Crowds listened intently to Philip because they were eager to hear his message and see tje miraculous signs he did - Acts 8:5-8
Philip was among the first generation believers who fled the city to the other area because of persecution
He didn't hide out but preached the gospel wherever he went
Philip create a stir in Samaria when people eagerly listened to his message and watched in amazement as people were healed
He did not focus on his own preservation but the needs of other people
No one enjoys hardship and persecution but we can not let them quash our spirits
We serve a God who enables us to thrive even in adversity