Acts 28:7

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

The governor of the island was named Publius, and he owned some of the land around there. Publius was very friendly and welcomed us into his home for three days.

Cross References

Acts 13:7

He also worked for Sergius Paulus, who was very clever and was the governor of the island. Sergius Paulus wanted to hear God's message, and he sent for Barnabas and Saul.

Acts 18:12

While Gallio was governor of Achaia, some of the Jewish leaders got together and grabbed Paul. They brought him into court

Acts 23:24

Get a horse ready for Paul and make sure that he gets safely through to Felix the governor.”

Acts 28:2

The local people were very friendly, and they welcomed us by building a fire, because it was rainy and cold.

Acts 28:6

The people kept thinking that Paul would either swell up or suddenly drop dead. They watched him for a long time, and when nothing happened to him, they changed their minds and said, “This man is a god.”

Acts 28:8

His father was in bed, sick with fever and stomach trouble, and Paul went to visit him. Paul healed the man by praying and placing his hands on him.

1 Timothy 5:10

She must also be well known for doing all sorts of good things, such as raising children, giving food to strangers, welcoming God's people into her home, helping people in need, and always making herself useful.

Hebrews 13:2

Be sure to welcome strangers into your home. By doing this, some people have welcomed angels as guests, without even knowing it.