The Storm—Acts 27:13–26 Open It 1. What was the most frightening experience you ever had? 2. *If a severe storm was approaching your area, what might you do to get ready for it? 3. How well do you function in a crisis? Explore It 1. How was the ship’s crew deceived by “a gentle south wind”? (27:13) 2. *How was the ship forced away from safety? (27:14–15) 3. *What did the Northeaster do to the ship? (27:15) 4. How did Cauda provide a break from the storm? (27:16) 5. *What efforts did the men on board make to battle the storm? (27:16–19) 6. At what point did those on board ship give up hope? (27:20) 7. When did Paul speak to the others? (27:21) 8. How did Paul reprimand the crew? (27:21) 9. What message from God did Paul give the crew? (27:22–26) 10. How did Paul prepare the crew for bad news? (27:22–26) 11. What did Paul say to encourage everyone on board in spite of the hardships ahead? (27:22–26) Get It 1. *Once they lost control of the ship and their situation, how do you think the men on board felt? 2. *What do you do when circumstances get beyond your control? 3. How could Paul offer an upbeat message when life on board seemed hopeless? 4. If you had been on board with Paul, what kind of Christian witness would you have had to offer during the storm? 5. What does this account tell us about God? 6. What does this story tell us about times when our lives are in danger? 7. How can you be joyful in spite of your circumstances? Apply It 1. When can you encourage someone this week? How? 2. *How can you remember—each day this week—to trust in God’s sovereign control of your life?