Paul was then put in Herod's judgment hall until his trial five days later.

In Confinement.

Thus had Paul's life within the short space of a few days been twice preserved from those who wanted to kill him. God had spoken to him, saying, "Be of good cheer," and although he was still a prisoner, there was peace in his soul for he knew he had done only what was right, and that God approved of his labors.

Footnotes:

[1.] Read the entire speech as recorded in Acts 22:1-21.

[2.] See Acts 23:25-30.

LESSON 36

TWO YEARS IN PRISON

"I have a conscience void of offense toward God and all men."—Joseph Smith.