20. At once he began to preach in the synagogues. He taught that Jesus is the Son of God.
21. All who heard him were amazed. They asked, "Isn't he the man who caused great trouble in Jerusalem for those who worship Jesus? Hasn't he come here to take them as prisoners to the chief priests?"
22. But Saul grew more and more powerful. The Jews living in Damascus couldn't believe what was happening. Saul proved to them that Jesus is the Christ.
23. After many days, the Jews had a meeting. They planned to kill Saul.
24. But he learned about their plan. Day and night they watched the city gates closely in order to kill him.
25. But his followers helped him escape by night. They lowered him in a basket through an opening in the wall.