25. And by the Holy Spirit you spoke to our ancestor David. He was your servant, and you told him to say:“Why are all the Gentilesso furious?Why do peoplemake foolish plans?
26. The kings of earthprepare for war,and the rulersjoin togetheragainst the Lordand his Messiah.”
27. Here in Jerusalem, Herod and Pontius Pilate got together with the Gentiles and the people of Israel. Then they turned against your holy Servant Jesus, your chosen Messiah.
28. They did what you in your power and wisdom had already decided would happen.
29. Lord, listen to their threats! We are your servants. So make us brave enough to speak your message.
30. Show your mighty power, as we heal people and perform miracles and wonders in the name of your holy Servant Jesus.