13. Then Paul replied, “What are you doing, weeping and breaking my heart? I am prepared not only to be bound but even to die in Jerusalem for the name of the Lord Jesus.”
14. Since he would not be dissuaded we let the matter rest, saying, “The Lord’s will be done.”
15. After these days we made preparations for our journey, then went up to Jerusalem.
16. Some of the disciples from Caesarea came along to lead us to the house of Mnason, a Cypriot, a disciple of long standing, with whom we were to stay.
17. When we reached Jerusalem the brothers welcomed us warmly.
18. The next day, Paul accompanied us on a visit to James, and all the presbyters were present.
19. He greeted them, then proceeded to tell them in detail what God had accomplished among the Gentiles through his ministry.