Shipwrecks and Lighthouses
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Now the God of peace, that brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus, that great shepherd of the sheep, through the blood of the everlasting covenant,
Make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is wellpleasing in his sight, through Jesus Christ; to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen.
I. Shipwrecks
I. Shipwrecks
A. The Mataafa Storm
A. The Mataafa Storm
1. The Mataafa Storm, or Mataafa Storm of 1905, was a storm that occurred on the Great Lakes on November 27–28, 1905.[1] The system moved across the Great Basin with moderate depth on November 26 and November 27, then east-northeastward across the Great Lakes on November 28. Fresh east winds were forecast for the afternoon and evening of November 27, with storm warnings in effect by the morning of November 28. Storm-force winds and heavy snows accompanied the cyclone's passage. The storm, named after the steamship Mataafa, ended up destroying or damaging about 29 vessels, killing 36 seamen, and causing shipping losses of US$$3.567 million (1905 dollars) on Lake Superior.[2]
1. The Mataafa Storm, or Mataafa Storm of 1905, was a storm that occurred on the Great Lakes on November 27–28, 1905.[1] The system moved across the Great Basin with moderate depth on November 26 and November 27, then east-northeastward across the Great Lakes on November 28. Fresh east winds were forecast for the afternoon and evening of November 27, with storm warnings in effect by the morning of November 28. Storm-force winds and heavy snows accompanied the cyclone's passage. The storm, named after the steamship Mataafa, ended up destroying or damaging about 29 vessels, killing 36 seamen, and causing shipping losses of US$$3.567 million (1905 dollars) on Lake Superior.[2]
2. At five o'clock in the afternoon on November 27, 1905, the bulk carrier SS Mataafa was on her way out of Duluth, loaded with iron ore and towing the barge James Nasmyth. She was hit by the storm, and though she struggled on for a short time, by the time she had reached Two Harbors, Minnesota, at 4:00 p.m. the next day, it was clear to her master, Captain R. F. Humble,[8] that she could not make the run. He gave the order to turn about, and she turned her prow toward Duluth.
2. At five o'clock in the afternoon on November 27, 1905, the bulk carrier SS Mataafa was on her way out of Duluth, loaded with iron ore and towing the barge James Nasmyth. She was hit by the storm, and though she struggled on for a short time, by the time she had reached Two Harbors, Minnesota, at 4:00 p.m. the next day, it was clear to her master, Captain R. F. Humble,[8] that she could not make the run. He gave the order to turn about, and she turned her prow toward Duluth.
3. As she approached the port, it became clear that it was useless to try to bring both steamer and barge through the narrow Duluth Ship Canal into the harbor, so the Captain Humble gave the order to cut James Nasmyth loose. Then Mataafa attempted to make it into safe harbor alone. She made it about half-way between the twin concrete piers when a backwater surged out. Heavy water struck her stern, driving her prow down to the muddy bottom, and then slammed her stern against the north pier. Her rudder tore off and the water pulled her prow out toward the open lake, then smashed her stern against the south pier. She grounded in the shallow water outside the north pier,[9] where she broke in two, her stern settling slowly into the water.[10]
3. As she approached the port, it became clear that it was useless to try to bring both steamer and barge through the narrow Duluth Ship Canal into the harbor, so the Captain Humble gave the order to cut James Nasmyth loose. Then Mataafa attempted to make it into safe harbor alone. She made it about half-way between the twin concrete piers when a backwater surged out. Heavy water struck her stern, driving her prow down to the muddy bottom, and then slammed her stern against the north pier. Her rudder tore off and the water pulled her prow out toward the open lake, then smashed her stern against the south pier. She grounded in the shallow water outside the north pier,[9] where she broke in two, her stern settling slowly into the water.[10]
4. When the ship broke in two, twelve men were in the aft portion; three of them struggled to the forward portion. The remaining nine remained aboard the after portion and died of exposure during the night; one of the bodies in the after half had to be chopped out of solid ice.[11] The fifteen men in the fore half fared better; although rescue attempts were futile during the stormy night, the next day a small boat made it out, and all fifteen were taken off in two boatloads.[12]
4. When the ship broke in two, twelve men were in the aft portion; three of them struggled to the forward portion. The remaining nine remained aboard the after portion and died of exposure during the night; one of the bodies in the after half had to be chopped out of solid ice.[11] The fifteen men in the fore half fared better; although rescue attempts were futile during the stormy night, the next day a small boat made it out, and all fifteen were taken off in two boatloads.[12]
B. Paul’s shipwreck led to a bunch of barbarians seeing the light of Christ through Paul. (Acts 27-28)
B. Paul’s shipwreck led to a bunch of barbarians seeing the light of Christ through Paul. (Acts 27-28)
C. The disciples and the storm.
C. The disciples and the storm.
And straightway Jesus constrained his disciples to get into a ship, and to go before him unto the other side, while he sent the multitudes away.
And when he had sent the multitudes away, he went up into a mountain apart to pray: and when the evening was come, he was there alone.
But the ship was now in the midst of the sea, tossed with waves: for the wind was contrary.
And in the fourth watch of the night Jesus went unto them, walking on the sea.
And when the disciples saw him walking on the sea, they were troubled, saying, It is a spirit; and they cried out for fear.
But straightway Jesus spake unto them, saying, Be of good cheer; it is I; be not afraid.
And Peter answered him and said, Lord, if it be thou, bid me come unto thee on the water.
And he said, Come. And when Peter was come down out of the ship, he walked on the water, to go to Jesus.
But when he saw the wind boisterous, he was afraid; and beginning to sink, he cried, saying, Lord, save me.
And immediately Jesus stretched forth his hand, and caught him, and said unto him, O thou of little faith, wherefore didst thou doubt?
And when they were come into the ship, the wind ceased.
II. Lighthouses
II. Lighthouses
A. Because of the Mataafa Storm there is now a lighthouse still standing and kept running. Thus, deflecting other devastation.
A. Because of the Mataafa Storm there is now a lighthouse still standing and kept running. Thus, deflecting other devastation.
B. Because of the shipwreck on Melita, a bunch of barbarian people were able to experience the power of God!
B. Because of the shipwreck on Melita, a bunch of barbarian people were able to experience the power of God!
C. Because of the storm that night, Peter came to a strong conclusion that he would sink if he didn’t keep his eyes upon Jesus!
C. Because of the storm that night, Peter came to a strong conclusion that he would sink if he didn’t keep his eyes upon Jesus!
1. In the midst of the storm we ought to follow the example of Peter and Cry out, “Lord save me!”
1. In the midst of the storm we ought to follow the example of Peter and Cry out, “Lord save me!”
2. We need His help in order to weather the storm.
2. We need His help in order to weather the storm.
i. We as humans so many times learn things the hard way, but God takes our situations and turns them for good!
i. We as humans so many times learn things the hard way, but God takes our situations and turns them for good!
And we know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are the called according to his purpose.
Then he answered and spake unto me, saying, This is the word of the Lord unto Zerubbabel, saying, Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, Saith the Lord of hosts.
D. You can make by the power of the Holy Ghost!
D. You can make by the power of the Holy Ghost!
Now the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, that ye may abound in hope, through the power of the Holy Ghost.
Now the God of peace, that brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus, that great shepherd of the sheep, through the blood of the everlasting covenant,
Make you perfect in every good work to do his will, working in you that which is wellpleasing in his sight, through Jesus Christ; to whom be glory for ever and ever. Amen.