Acts 8:8

An Understandable Version (2005 edition)

And there was much rejoicing in Samaria [over the wonderful effects of Philip’s ministry].

Cross References

John 4:40

When the Samaritans came to Him, they urged Jesus to stay with them, so He remained there for two days.

Acts 13:48

And when the Gentiles heard this they were glad and gave honor to the message of God [i.e., they accepted it as true]. And all those who were appointed [by God] to receive never ending life [through faith and obedience] became believers.

Acts 13:52

But the [newly won] disciples [of the Lord] were filled with joy and with the Holy Spirit.

Acts 8:39

And when they came up out of the water, the Holy Spirit of the Lord [supernaturally (?)] directed Philip to go elsewhere and the eunuch did not see him anymore, as he continued on his journey rejoicing.