Publius . . . welcomed us to his home and showed us generous hospitality for three days.
\n \u2014 Acts 28:7<\/p>\n
Paul was on a ship with 275 other men riding out a storm that they could have avoided. Nevertheless, God had a plan. They were shipwrecked on an island where people needed to hear the gospel story. When the travelers arrived, ragged and wet but all safe, the islanders showed kindness and generosity. They provided food and a warm fire for everyone.\u00a0Then Publius, the chief official, welcomed Paul and his companions into his home. And with God\u2019s power Paul was able to heal Publius\u2019s father.\u00a0The door to the gospel was now opened to many more people. As the island residents heard of this healing, their hope increased, and they began to bring all the other sick people to Paul, who healed them.\u00a0A new chapter began for the people of the island of Malta. They were so thankful that they continued in their hospitality and provided the travelers with the supplies they needed when they were ready to sail again. What had looked like a disastrous situation became a God moment.\u00a0Sometimes God calls us out of our safety and comfort for the sake of sharing his good news.\u00a0Are you ready for what God may have in store for you?\u00a0<\/p>\n
Lord, thank you for your protection and faithfulness, even in the midst of storms. Lead us in the direction of people you are preparing to hear about you. Help us to become more like you. Amen.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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