James 3:4

God's Word

The same thing is true for ships. They are very big and are driven by strong winds. Yet, by using small rudders, pilots steer ships wherever they want them to go.

Cross References

Jonah 1:4

The Lord sent a violent wind over the sea. The storm was so powerful that the ship was in danger of breaking up.

Matthew 11:27

“My Father has turned everything over to me. Only the Father knows the Son. And no one knows the Father except the Son and those to whom the Son is willing to reveal him.

Matthew 8:24

Suddenly, a severe storm came across the sea. The waves were covering the boat. Yet, Jesus was sleeping.

Acts 27:11

However, the officer was persuaded by what the pilot and the owner of the ship said and not by what Paul said.

James 3:3

We put bits in the mouths of horses to make them obey us, and we have control over everything they do.

James 3:5

In the same way the tongue is a small part of the body, but it can brag about doing important things. A large forest can be set on fire by a little flame.