He then proceeded to narrate the rejection, crucifixion, and resurrection of Jesus (cf. 1 Corinthians 15:3-5). He pointed out that all these experiences were fulfillments of Old Testament predictions, which most of the Jews living in Jerusalem did not recognize at the time ( Acts 13:27; Acts 13:29). He also noted Jesus" innocence of the charges brought against Him ( Acts 13:28). Paul stressed Jesus" resurrection particularly as God"s vindication of Him ( Acts 13:30), and he highlighted the apostles" personal witness of His resurrection ( Acts 13:31; cf. Acts 2:32; Acts 3:15; Acts 5:32; Acts 10:39-41). God had vindicated and prepared Him to reign by raising Him from the dead. This is the fifth time in Acts that the apostles claimed to be witnesses of Jesus Christ"s resurrection (cf. Acts 2:32; Acts 3:15; Acts 5:32; Acts 10:39-41; Acts 13:30-31). Paul"s point was that David"s promised heir, the Messiah, had come (cf. Acts 13:33). [source][source][source]