Acts 27:39

"When they had eaten enough, they lightened the ship, throwing out the wheat into the sea."

Key Reflection

This action by the sailors symbolizes a release of burden and trust in God's provision. By discarding the wheat, they lighten their load, mirroring how believers might let go of earthly possessions and rely on divine sustenance during their spiritual journey.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 39. They knew not the land. They had been driven with a tempest, without being able to make any observation; and it is probable that they were entire strangers to the coast, and to the whole island. A certain creek with a shore. Greek, A certain bosom--kolpon--or bay. By its having a shore is probably meant that it had a level shore, or one that was convenient for landing. It was not a high bluff of rocks, but was accessible. Kuinoel thinks that the passage should be construed, "they found a certain shore, having a bay," etc. Were minded. Were resolved.

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