Acts 27:16 Meaning and Explanation
“And running under a certain island which is called Clauda, we had much work to come by the boat:”
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Read Full Chapter →Passing in the lee of the island Clauda, they struggle to secure the ship's lifeboat.
What Does Acts 27:16 Mean?
Briefly sheltered behind the small island of Clauda, the crew seizes the chance to haul aboard the ship's small boat, which had been towed astern — but only 'with much work,' for the heavy seas made even this a struggle. Luke, sharing the labor, writes 'we.'
Even in the fury of the storm, the men do what little they can, securing what may yet be of use. Faith does not mean folding our hands while the wind blows; it means doing the next needful thing with diligence, trusting God with the outcome. The Lord works through human effort and prudence, not apart from them, even as He guards lives the storm seems bent on taking.
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What does Acts 27:16 mean?
Passing in the lee of the island Clauda, they struggle to secure the ship's lifeboat.