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Acts: To the Ends of the Earth " God’s Presence In The Storm" | Speaker: JD Abell
In Acts 27, Paul faces a life-threatening storm at sea while being transported to Rome as a prisoner. Despite the captain's poor decisions and a hurricane-force storm that destroys their ship, Paul stands firm on God's promise that he will reach Rome and testify about Jesus there. When all hope seems lost, Paul receives divine reassurance that everyone aboard will survive, which proves true when all 276 passengers safely reach shore after the shipwreck. The unexpected detour to Malta becomes an opportunity for ministry as Paul heals many sick people during their three-month stay. This story powerfully illustrates how God's plans prevail through storms, and how our difficulties often become platforms for His glory and mission.