When the Northeaster Comes, Pt. 1: Driven Along by the Storm
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Rev. Enoch Thompson | May 3 2026 | Acts 27:13-17
KEY VERSE: “The ship was caught by the storm and could not head into the wind; so we gave way to it and were driven along.” (Acts 27:15, NIV)
MESSAGE:
The storms of life are inevitable in a fallen, sin-affected world. Some storms come because we live in a broken world. At other times, our own choices put us in vulnerable positions, making the impact of the storm even more severe.
One dangerous effect of a storm-assailed life is losing control and allowing ourselves to be driven along. Instead of steering with purpose, we resign ourselves to survival mode, accepting whatever happens. Luke records twice in our text that the ship was “driven along” (vv. 15, 17), highlighting the helplessness and loss of control that can result from storms we may enter when we disregard godly warning and wisdom.
Many people experience this reality today. Habits, addictions, unhealthy relationships, and ungodly patterns quietly take control, leaving individuals carried by circumstances rather than conviction. When storms come, they expose what truly governs our lives.
Storms may affect movement for a season, yet our faith, identity, and hope must remain anchored in God. The storm must not drive our ship. FEET AND HANDS FOR THE MESSAGE:
Examine areas where fear, habits, or pressure may be driving your decisions. Seek prayer, accountability, and godly counsel. Anchor your daily life in Scripture reading, meditation, and prayer during storms. Trust God’s direction when control feels lost. Stay connected to people of faith and take Spirit-guided steps toward wise living.
PRAYER:
Gracious and faithful God, when the storms of life rise, help me not to surrender to fear or helpless drifting. Strengthen my faith, anchor my heart in Your will, and lead me safely according to Your purpose. For Your dear Name’s sake, Amen.
THERE SHALL BE SHOWERS OF BLESSING.
SHOWERS! BLESSINGS!!
The 365 DAILY BIBLE READING
DAILY word study: DRIVEN ALONG Epherometha is the Greek word behind “were driven along” in Acts 27:15; it comes from pherō, which means “to carry, bear, bring, or move along.” In this form, it describes being carried along by a force stronger than oneself.
Luke uses the word to show that the ship was no longer moving under the sailors’ control. The storm had taken over the direction. The same idea appears again in verse 17, showing how serious the situation had become.
The word points to loss of command, forced movement, and helpless drifting under pressure.
Reflect on this:
Storms can push a person into reactions, habits, fear, and choices they did not plan. Ask God to show you what is carrying your life right now. Let His Word anchor your heart before pressure takes the lead.
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