Christian Age Acts 27:14-26 But not long after there arose against it a tempestuous wind, called Euroclydon.… No landsman who has never been in a storm at; sea can truly picture one. The description in our lesson is allowed by those who know to be one of the best ever written. It is on record that Lord Nelson read this chapter on the morning of the battle of Copenhagen, and it is a fact that the ships at that battle, as well as others in which Nelson had the command, were anchored by the stern (an unusual thing), as was the ship in our lesson. From this thrilling narrative we may gather some useful lessons. 1. God's particular knowledge of the whereabouts of His people. 2. His power to bless under all circumstances. See Paul's courage and self-possession. Contrast with sailors. The reason, his faith in God and his confidence in His word. 3. The value of real religion. It gives rest of soul in times of trial. Ensures final safety. Enables its possessors to be benefactors and comforters to others. Let us have Jesus as our Pilot, then always safe in our voyage of life. (Christian Age.) Parallel Verses KJV: But not long after there arose against it a tempestuous wind, called Euroclydon.WEB: But before long, a stormy wind beat down from shore, which is called Euroclydon. |
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