No one goes through life without a "storm" or two. Everyone experiences hardship, loss, stress, deprivation or some other crisis that impacts or maybe controls their life. With outside influences beyond their control mounting in the current socio-economic, military and terrorist threats, decline in morals, depression and a host of other issues too large to deal with alone, millions are seeking answers and spiritual solace. This book takes the reader through 12 steps or storm preparation and storm survival chapters using biblical teaching to bring forth insight, encouragement and the reality of God's love. The First Mate's Study Guide helps to drive home the points made in each chapter; challenging the reader to put biblical principles into practice before, during and after the storms of life.