1. Paul takes charge (27-38)

One black night, after two weeks of being buffeted by the sea and driven by the wind, they sensed that land was near. They could be dashed against the rocks, so they dropped 4 anchors and prayed for daylight. Some sailors panicked and tried to desert the ship, but Paul told the soldiers that everyone must stay with the ship, so the soldiers stopped the deserters. Paul told them to eat something; he thanked God and ate some bread. They were greatly encouraged, and they followed him.

2. Everyone reached land safely (39-44)

When daylight came, they saw a sandy beach. When they attempted to run the ship aground on the beach, they hit a sandbar, the ship got stuck and was broken to pieces in the surf. When the soldiers tried to kill the prisoners to prevent their escape, the centurion protected them. Everyone reached the land safely, just as God had promised Paul.

Application: Lord, help me to depend on you for direction and help in any crisis.
One Word: Courage and direction from God