Acts 27:1-20 And when it was determined that we should sail into Italy, they delivered Paul and certain other prisoners to one named Julius… The Christian's means of comfort and safety are — 1. Prudent foresight in the uncertainty of earthly things (vers. 9, 10). 2. Brotherly union in the time of need (vers. 21, 24, 30). 3. Prompt renunciation of the possessions of this world (vers. 18, 19, 38). 4. Courageous trust in God in the storms of temptation (vers. 22-25). 5. Grateful use of the Divine means of grace (vers. 34-36). 6. Hopeful regard toward the heavenly land of rest (vers. 44). (K. Gerok.) Parallel Verses KJV: And when it was determined that we should sail into Italy, they delivered Paul and certain other prisoners unto one named Julius, a centurion of Augustus' band. |
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