The crowds paid close attention to what Philip said, as they listened to him and saw the miracles that he performed.
The next Sabbath nearly everyone in the town came to hear the word of the Lord.
God was also at work in Judah and united the people in their determination to obey his will by following the commands of the king and his officials.
Philip went to the principal city in Samaria and preached the Messiah to the people there.
Evil spirits came out from many people with a loud cry, and many paralyzed and lame people were healed.
Simon himself also believed; and after being baptized, he stayed close to Philip and was astounded when he saw the great wonders and miracles that were being performed.