38. But Paul disagreed strongly, since John Mark had deserted them in Pamphylia and had not continued with them in their work.
39. Their disagreement was so sharp that they separated. Barnabas took John Mark with him and sailed for Cyprus.
40. Paul chose Silas, and as he left, the believers entrusted him to the Lord’s gracious care.
41. Then he traveled throughout Syria and Cilicia, strengthening the churches there.