What are natural miracles? Give an example.

• A. Miracles caused by human effort.
• B. Acts demonstrating authority over nature; examples include calming the storm and walking on water.
• C. Stories about natural wonders.
• D. Miracles that happen through weather patterns only.

Answer: (B)

Nature miracles are demonstrations of Jesus’ authority over the created world. He intervenes in natural processes to reveal who he is and to meet human needs, showing power over elements and physical laws. Calming a raging storm and walking on water are classic examples because both scenes display control of weather and the physical environment, underscoring his divine authority rather than human effort or mere storytelling. These acts lie in the category of nature miracles, setting them apart from miracles of healing, exorcism, or resurrection, which reveal other aspects of Jesus’ work. A phrase that captures this is that these miracles reveal mastery over the created order, pointing to his identity as Lord over nature.