So Paul stayed there for the next year and a half, teaching the word of God.
But the apostles stayed there a long time, preaching boldly about the grace of the Lord. And the Lord proved their message was true by giving them power to do miraculous signs and wonders.
For I am with you, and no one will attack and harm you, for many people in this city belong to me.”
But when Gallio became governor of Achaia, some Jews rose up together against Paul and brought him before the governor for judgment.
This went on for the next two years, so that people throughout the province of Asia—both Jews and Greeks—heard the word of the Lord.
Watch out! Remember the three years I was with you—my constant watch and care over you night and day, and my many tears for you.