^{22 Ref} Then tidings of these things came unto the ears of the church which was in Jerusalem: and they sent forth Barnabas, that he should go as far as Antioch.

^{23 Ref} Who, when he came, and had seen the grace of God, was glad, and exhorted them all, that with purpose of heart they would cleave unto the Lord.

^{24 Ref} For he was a good man, and full of the Holy Ghost and of faith: and much people was added unto the Lord.

^{25 Ref} Then departed Barnabas to Tarsus, for to seek Saul:

^{26 Ref} And when he had found him, he brought him unto Antioch. And it came to pass, that a whole year they assembled themselves with the church, and taught much people. And the disciples were called Christians first in Antioch.

^{27 Ref} And in these days came prophets from Jerusalem unto Antioch.