17. When we arrived in Jerusalem, the believers welcomed us warmly.
18. The next day Paul went with us to see James; and all the church elders were present.
19. Paul greeted them and gave a complete report of everything that God had done among the Gentiles through his work.
20. After hearing him, they all praised God. Then they said, “Brother Paul, you can see how many thousands of Jews have become believers, and how devoted they all are to the Law.
21. They have been told that you have been teaching all the Jews who live in Gentile countries to abandon the Law of Moses, telling them not to circumcise their children or follow the Jewish customs.
22. They are sure to hear that you have arrived. What should be done, then?
23. This is what we want you to do. There are four men here who have taken a vow.