Acts 28:7

“In the same quarters were possessions of the chief man of the island, whose name was Publius; who received us, and lodged us three days courteously.”

"In the same quarters were possessions of the chief man of the island, whose name was Publius; who received us, and lodged us three days courteously." - Acts 28:7
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What does Acts 28:7 mean?

In Acts 28:7 (KJV), the verse reads: "In the same quarters were possessions of the chief man of the island, whose name was Publius; who received us, and lodged us three days courteously." This verse is a part of the New Testament and takes place in the book of Acts, which is…

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Welcoming Strangers: A Lesson from Publius

In the book of Acts, we find a pivotal moment in the apostle Paul's journey, particularly highlighted in Acts 28:7, which states, "In the same quarters were possessions of the chief man of the island, whose name was Publius; who received us, and lodged us three days…

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A Prayer for Hospitality and Grace

Heavenly Father, We come before You today with hearts full of gratitude and humility, reflecting on the profound truths contained in Your Holy Word, particularly in Acts 28:7, which reminds us of the kindness and hospitality extended through Your servants. We thank You that in…

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Acts 28:1 - "And when they were escaped, then they knew that the island was called Melita."
Acts 28:5 - "And he shook off the beast into the fire, and felt no harm."
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Acts 26:28 - "Then Agrippa said unto Paul, Almost thou persuadest me to be a Christian."
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"Be it known therefore unto you, that the salvation of God is sent unto the Gentiles, and that they will hear it." - Acts 28:28
Acts 16:28 - "But Paul cried with a loud voice, saying, Do thyself no harm: for we are all here."
Acts 13:28 - "And though they found no cause of death in him, yet desired they Pilate that he should be slain."
Acts 19:28 - "And when they heard these sayings, they were full of wrath, and cried out, saying, Great is Diana of the Ephesians."
Acts 28:9 - "So when this was done, others also, which had diseases in the island, came, and were healed:"
Acts 28:29 - "And when he had said these words, the Jews departed, and had great reasoning among themselves."
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