And it came to pass, that the father of Publius lay sick of a fever and of a bloody flux: to whom Paul entered in, and prayed, and laid his hands on him, and healed him.
Turns out Publius's dad was really sick, he had a fever and was dealing with some serious stomach issues. Paul went to see him, prayed over him, put his hands on him, and completely healed him.
Paul didn't just talk about God's power, he showed up and let it work through him.
📚 Historical Context
In the Book of Acts, Chapter 28, the apostle Paul and his companions have just been shipwrecked on the island of Malta while en route to Rome as a prisoner. The chief official of the island, named Publius, welcomes them, and during their stay, his father falls ill with a fever and dysentery. Paul visits the sick man, prays for him, lays hands on him, and God heals him through Paul's ministry, demonstrating the ongoing work of the Holy Spirit in the early church.
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