"In the midst of a great storm in Acts 27, St. Paul finds himself among desperate and defeated people. Though the storm is from nature, their problems are of their own doing and are rooted in a foolish refusal to listen to either natural warnings or God. . . . Is there a way out of their situation? With God there is, but only with God and only by turning to Him in obedient faith. As long as we live, conversion is possible and things can change. Let's consider how St. Paul, good pastor that he is, shepherds his doomed shipmates through the storm and to God, who can make a way out of no way."
In a recent commentary, Monsignor Charles Pope (pastor of Holy Comforter-Saint Cyprian Parish,
Washington, DC) reflected on the process of Saint Paul describing the problem faced by the sailors and the steps involved in the strengthening of their faith.
To access Msgr. Pope’s complete post, please visit:
Msgr. Charles Pope: Overcoming Life's Storms: A Teaching From St. Paul to Some Storm-weary Souls (5 JAN 15)
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