Everyday Encounters: The Warning Before the Storm
Scripture:
“But Paul warned them…” — Acts 27:10 (NKJV)
Before every major storm in Scripture, God sent a warning.Not to scare His people—but to prepare them.To position them.To protect them.
In Acts 27, the Apostle Paul was a prisoner on a ship headed for Rome. He wasn’t the captain. He wasn’t the owner. He didn’t have a title or authority on board. Yet he sensed something in his spirit—a divine alert. A Holy Spirit warning.
He said, “Men, I perceive this voyage will end with disaster…”
But the Spirit inside Paul could sense what the natural eye couldn’t see.
And that’s how God often works.
He gives you a spiritual “heads up.”A tug in your spirit.A sense of caution.A heaviness you can’t ignore.A “don’t do that” or “don’t go there” moment.
These internal warnings are not born from fear—they are born from the Father’s love.
There were times in my life when the Holy Spirit warned me long before the trouble hit. I didn’t always understand it. Sometimes it made no sense at the moment. But later, I could clearly see how God was protecting me—emotionally, physically, financially, spiritually.
His warnings are not punishment.They’re preparation.They’re mercy.They’re rescue missions.
Sometimes God warns you:Not to avoid people—but to avoid pain.Not to stop opportunities—but to protect your purpose.Not to hold you back—but to hold you together.
In Acts 27, the sailors ignored Paul’s warning because conditions looked favorable. Often the most dangerous moments in life are the ones that feel calm. We assume everything is fine because nothing looks wrong, but the Spirit sees what lies ahead.
And here’s the truth—Ignoring God’s warning will always cost you more than obeying it.
The sailors learned that the hard way.
But here’s the beautiful part:Even when they ignored Paul, God stayed with Paul.He protected him through the storm they refused to avoid.
That’s grace.
But wisdom is learning to obey the warning before the storm even begins.
The Holy Spirit doesn’t shout.He doesn’t frighten.He nudges.He alerts.He guides.
If you feel that internal hesitation today—listen.If something feels “off” in your spirit—honor it.If God is warning you—trust Him.
Today’s Encounter:
Ask the Holy Spirit:“Is there anything You’re warning me about? Anything You want me to pause, reconsider, or avoid?”Then let peace—or the absence of peace—guide your next step.
Prayer:
Holy Spirit, thank You for warning me before storms I can’t see. Give me a sensitive spirit and an obedient heart. Help me recognize Your alerts and respond with wisdom. Protect my path, shape my decisions, and guard my future. In Jesus’ name, amen.
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