15 The law of Moses and the writings of the prophets were read. Then the leaders of the synagogue sent a message to Paul and Barnabas: “Brothers, if you have any message that will encourage the people, please speak!”
16 Paul stood up. He raised his hand and said, “Men of Israel and you other people who worship God, please listen!
17 The God of the people of Israel chose our ancestors. He made the people great during the time they lived in Egypt. He brought them out of that country with great power.
18 And he was patient with them for 40 years in the desert.
19 God destroyed seven nations in the land of Canaan and gave the land to his people.
20 All this happened in about 450 years.“After this, God gave them judges until the time of Samuel the prophet.
21 Then the people asked for a king. God gave them Saul son of Kish. Saul was from the tribe of Benjamin. He was king for 40 years.