Defense

“But Jeremiah said to all the officials and all the people, “The LORD sent me to prophesy against this house and against this city all the words that you have heard.”

“Then Peter, filled with the Holy Spirit, said to them, “Rulers and elders of the people!”

““We found the jail securely locked, with the guards posted at the doors; but when we opened them, we found no one inside.””

“Paul looked directly at the Sanhedrin and said, “Brothers, I have conducted myself before God in all good conscience to this day.””

“When the governor motioned for Paul to speak, he began his response: “Knowing that you have been a judge over this nation for many years, I gladly make my defense.”

“Agrippa said to Paul, “You have permission to speak for yourself.” Then Paul stretched out his hand and began his defense:”