But Ananias replied, “Lord, I have heard from many people about this man, how much harm he has done to your saints in Jerusalem,

They strengthened the souls of the disciples and encouraged them to continue in the faith, saying, “We must enter the kingdom of God through many persecutions.”

But Paul and Barnabas remained in Antioch, teaching and proclaiming (along with many others) the word of the Lord.

When the governor gestured for him to speak, Paul replied, “Because I know that you have been a judge over this nation for many years, I confidently make my defense.