Written by Ruth Grendell from the Village Church.
As we transition to Lent related to the crucifixion and resurrection and dying to self, I concentrated on Acts 28: 1-10. Paul and others intended to go to Rome. However, a great storm forced them to abandon the ship and swim to the island of Malta. They were welcomed by the people who learned about Paul and his beliefs. The Chief Official stated that his father was very ill, and he asked if Paul could go to him. After praying, Paul laid his hands on the man, and he was healed. I wear my Maltese-shaped cross necklace most of the time that reminds me that I must strive to deny my own ways, and cling to following the ways of Jesus who lives in me.
As it happened, Publius’s father was ill with fever and dysentery. Paul went in and prayed for him, and laying his hands on him, he healed him. Then all the other sick people on the island came and were healed. As a result, we were showered with honors, and when the time came to sail, people supplied us with everything we would need for the trip. [Acts 28:8-10]
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