S. Times Acts 28:11-14 And after three months we departed in a ship of Alexandria, which had wintered in the isle, whose sign was Castor and Pollux.… 1. In a heathen ship, with a pagan name, the gospel was borne to Rome. God frequently employs earthly forces to work out heavenly results. 2. In God's way, Paul was brought to Rome, according to the promise. In God's way, if we are faithful, we shall be brought to heaven at last. Paul passed through storms and dangers on the way; so must we. 3. In God's care, Paul was perfectly protected against all perils by sea or by land. In that same care we are safe. 4. In Rome Paul received a joyful welcome from those who had waited long for his coming; in heaven we shall be joyfully greeted by the loved ones there. 5. In the hour of his deliverance, in the moment of his assured arrival, in the joy of safety, Paul remembered to thank God for it all. Let us remember to do likewise, for God as surely leads us as he led Paul, and we are as dependent on God as Paul was. (S. Times.) Parallel Verses KJV: And after three months we departed in a ship of Alexandria, which had wintered in the isle, whose sign was Castor and Pollux. |
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