Strategies for the Storms

Acts 27-28

Strategies for the Storms Lessons learned from a shipwreck

The Big Picture The eyewitness: Luke

The main character: Paul

Background:

Strategies #1 Don't go it alone (Acts 27: 2-3):

#2 Listen to experience (Acts 27: 9-12):

#3 Lighten your load (Acts 27: 18-19):

Strategies #4 Encourage others (Acts 27: 22-25):

#5 Be aware of those working against you (Acts 27: 30-32):

#6 Care for yourself (Acts 27: 33-38):

Strategies #7 Work where you are (Acts 28: 7-10):

#8 If possible, seek reconciliation (Acts 28: 17-23):

#9 Let them go (Acts 28: 24-28):

Conclusion What happened next:

Discussion #1 Who is your "Luke" or your "Aristarchus?" Who can you rely on in your life's storms?

#2 To have a Luke or Aristarchus requires transparency. We have to be willing to let our guard down. In our picture-perfect, highlight-reel culture (Instagram, Facebook, Pinterest), how can we establish and nurture "lighthouse friendships?" #3 Think about your life (especially "pre-pandemic"); what might you be required to do in order to lighten your load? Are you willing? #4 Describe someone in your life who needs your encouragement right now.

What is something concrete you'll do this week to be their "lifeboat?"

Discussion #5 How will you set boundaries around those who are working against you? #6 Where have you been neglecting yourself? What will you do to nourish yourself spiritually and physically? #7 Other thoughts or questions?

Suggested Resources The Reformation Study Bible Swindoll's Living Insights New Testament Commentary: Acts

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