Questions for Acts 27:1-44

Key verses 27:23-24

GOD STOOD BESIDE PAUL IN THE STORM

1. Look at the map below to follow Paul’s voyage to Rome. Who was Julius, and what might have motivated him to show favor to Paul (1-3)? What circumstances led to the delay in their voyage (4-8)?
2. What might have influenced the centurion to disregard Paul’s warning and instead follow the advice of the pilot and the owner of the ship (9-12)? What was the consequence of this decision (13-20)?
3. How did Paul point out their mistake and encourage those who were in life-threatening danger (21-26)? Reflect on God, who stood beside Paul in the storm and gave him a promise (24, 23:11).
4. How could Paul have prevented the sailors from attempting to escape from the ship (27-32)? What kinds of guidance and encouragement did Paul give to those on board (33-38)? What plan did the soldiers make, and how did the centurion save Paul’s life (39-44)?
5. Reflect on Paul’s leadership during the crisis. What are the challenges in the voyage of your life, and how could you overcome them?