Acts 26:19-32 - Paul Tells Of His Work
19 Whence, King Agrippa, I was not disobedient to the heavenly vision, 20 but preached first to those at Damascus and Jerusalem, and in all the country of Judea, and to the gentiles, that they should change their minds and turn to God, performing works worthy of a change of mind. 21 On this account the Jews seized me in the temple and endeavored to kill me. 22 Having obtained therefore help from God, I have continued to this day, testifying to small and great, saying nothing but what the prophets and Moses said should take place; 23 that the Christ should suffer, and that he first from the resurrection of the dead should proclaim light both to the people and the nations.
24 And when Paul had said these words, Festus said with a loud voice, You are mad, Paul; much learning has driven you to madness.
25 But he said, I am not mad, most excellent Festus, but utter words of truth and sobriety. 26 For the king knows of these things, before whom I speak freely; for I am persuaded that none of these things have escaped his notice; for this was not done in a corner. 27 King Agrippa, believe you the prophets? I know that you believe.
28 And Agrippa said to Paul, You almost persuade me to be a Christian.
29 And Paul said, I would to God that not only you but also all who hear me this day were both almost and altogether such as I am, except these bonds.
30 And the king arose, and the procurator, and Bernice, and those who sat with them, 31 and departing they conversed with each other, saying, This man has done nothing deserving death or bonds.
32 And Agrippa said to Festus, If he had not appealed to Caesar, this man might be released.