Jonah 1:15 So they took up Jonah, and cast him forth into the sea: and the sea ceased from her raging. 16 Then the men feared the Lord exceedingly, and offered a sacrifice unto the Lord, and made vows.
Again, we must reiterate that anyone could cry unto God in their trouble and it’s highly advisable that all persons do so, however, that does not negate the fact that many of the promises in the Scriptures are target specific, meaning that they are conditional in some instances. That said, you can never go wrong with crying unto God in your trouble, because, who knows, He may very well answer.
The following example pertains to all sailors, regardless of creed or religion, because it does not set a qualification for only Christian sailors…. Psalms 107: 23 They that go down to the sea in ships, that do business in great waters; 24 These see the works of the Lord, and his wonders in the deep. 25 For he commands, and raises the stormy wind, which lifts up the waves thereof. 26 They mount up to the heaven, they go down again to the depths: their soul is melted because of trouble.
Psalms 107:31 Oh that men would praise the Lord for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men! 32 Let them exalt him also in the congregation 27 They reel to and fro, and stagger like a drunken man, and they are at their wit's end. 28 Then they cry unto the Lord in their trouble, and he brings them out of their distresses. 29 He makes the storm a calm, so that the waves thereof are still.
Psalms 107:30 Then are they glad because they be quiet; so, He bringeth them unto their desired haven. of the people, and praise him in the assembly of the elders.
May God add His blessing to the study of His word. “Good night” and God bless!