22. The apostles, the elders, and the whole church decided to send some of their men with Paul and Barnabas to Antioch. They chose Judas Barsabbas and Silas, who were respected by the believers.
23. They sent the following letter with them:From the apostles and elders, your brothers.To all the non-Jewish brothers in Antioch, Syria and Cilicia:Dear Brothers,
24. We have heard that some of our men have come to you and said things that trouble and upset you. But we did not tell them to do this!
25. We have all agreed to choose some men and send them to you. They will be with our dear friends Barnabas and Paul—
26. men who have given their lives to serve our Lord Jesus Christ.
27. So we have sent Judas and Silas with them. They will tell you the same things.
28. It has pleased the Holy Spirit that you should not have a heavy load to carry, and we agree. You need to do only these things: