What can we learn from Acts 27?
God understands our fear. We may feel anxious and afraid in our storms, but if we look to God, He will strengthen and encourage us. His Word is food for our souls in times of fear and darkness, and He offers His Holy Spirit to guide us.
How did Jesus call his apostles?
The Gospel of Matthew and the Gospel of Mark report the call of the first disciples by the Sea of Galilee: As Jesus was walking beside the Sea of Galilee, he saw two brothers, called Peter and his brother Andrew. In all Gospel accounts, this episode takes place after the Baptism of Jesus.
What does it mean to gaze upon the beauty of the Lord?
To have eyes like doves is to have a steady, undistracted gaze. To gaze on the beauty of Jesus is to meditate on who He is, and to let ourselves be in awe of Him.
What is my shepherd I shall not want?
The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He maketh me to lie down in green pastures: he leadeth me beside the still waters. He restoreth my soul: he leadeth me in the paths of righteousness for his name’s sake.
Why is Paul on the ships Act 27?
God had told Paul to go to Rome, to preach the Gospel, and Paul followed through. Paul and Silas were sailing to Rome on a Roman ship, which carried cargo, prisoners, and travelers.
What happened when Paul was shipwrecked?
“The ship struck a sandbar and ran aground. The bow stuck fast and would not move, and the stern was broken to pieces by the pounding of the surf,” according to the Acts of the Apostles. “Once safely on shore, we found out that the island was called Malta.”
Why did Jesus call his 12 apostles?
Biblical accounts According to Matthew: Jesus called his twelve disciples to him and gave them authority to drive out impure spirits and to heal every disease and sickness. He appointed twelve that they might be with him and that he might send them out to preach and to have authority to drive out demons.