The crowds paid close attention to what Philip said. They listened to him and saw the miracles that he performed.
Also, God guided the people of Judah so that they united to carry out the command which the king and the leaders gave from the Lord’s word.
On the next day of rest—a holy day, almost the whole city gathered to hear the Lord’s word.
Even Simon believed, and after he was baptized, he became devoted to Philip. Simon was amazed to see the miracles and impressive things that were happening.
Philip went to the city of Samaria and told people about the Messiah.
Evil spirits screamed as they came out of the many people they had possessed. Many paralyzed and lame people were cured.