Facing the Storm

God’s Story:
The voyage to Rome is according to my timing so that my glory will be revealed through my servant Paul. He will prophesy to those on board that they will be safe in spite of a tremendous storm. Soon, Paul will testify not just in Rome, but also on a remote island; many will hear about my love.

Read Acts 27:1-44
Your Story:
Christ’s followers have always faced major challenges because of their faith. You probably haven’t been imprisoned or shipwrecked for your faith, but perhaps you have friends or family members who think you’re too religious and you feel rejected or socially isolated. Or maybe you’re facing your own kind of storm — a financial, personal or marital upheaval with strong waves swamping you until you feel as though you can’t catch your breath. Paul had a secret to finding strength when he needed it. He entrusted his situation to the hands of God. When you feel nothing is going right in your story, trust that God is in control and everything is going as planned — that is, according to his version of your story.