V.27-32 The gale continues. Paul, the prisoner becomes Paul the preserver. He only spoke ten words, but they were obeyed.
V.33-38 Two hundred and seventy-six tired men without any natural hope. But Paul stands up to give them courage to hold on. He urges them to eat, having given thanks to God, and shows them an example.
V.39-44 They steer the ship toward an inlet, and run aground. Immediately the back end is smashed by the storm. The cruel soldiers suggest killing the prisoners. We may not be in a shipwreck, but we may encounter stormy days in our life. May we learn from Paul.