By this manifestation of the power of Christ, a mighty victory for Christianity was gained in the very stronghold of superstition. The influence of what had taken place was more widespread than even Paul realized. From Ephesus the news was widely circulated, and a strong impetus was given to the cause of Christ. Long after the apostle himself had finished his course, these scenes lived in the memory of men and were the means of winning converts to the gospel.

Ved dette håndgribelige bevis på Kristi magt blev der vundet en vældig sejr for kristendommen i selve overtroens højborg. Denne begivenhed fik en langt mere omfattende indflydelse, end selv Paulus var klar over. Fra Efesus spredtes rygtet herom vidt og bredt og satte fart i missionsgerningen for Kristus. Længe efter at apostlen selv havde fuldendt løbet, levede disse begivenheder i menneskers erindring og blev midlet til at vinde sjæle for evangeliet.