Make a joyful noise unto the LORD, all ye lands. Serve the LORD with gladness: come before his presence with singing. Know ye that the LORD he is God: it is he that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are his people, and the sheep of his pasture. ~ Psalm 100:1-3

The last part of chapter 13 records the results of Paul's first message. The focus of ministry changed to the Gentiles. Jewish leaders filled with jealousy and envy stirred up…