Overview
Rhegium (modern-day Reggio di Calabria) was a prominent Greek port city located on the southern tip of Italy, across the Strait of Messina from Sicily. Paul's ship stopped there while transporting him to Rome for his trial before Caesar. The city served as a crucial maritime hub in the ancient Mediterranean world.
Key Scriptures
"And from there we made a circuit and arrived at Rhegium. And after one day a south wind sprang up, and on the second day we came to Puteoli" (Acts 28:13, ESV).
This verse documents Paul's historical journey and demonstrates God's providence in directing Paul's path, even while imprisoned, toward fulfilling his calling to testify in Rome.
Application
Recognize that God directs the circumstances of believers' lives—including trials and journeys—to accomplish His sovereign purposes and expand His kingdom.