⁴⁰ After they called in the apostles and had them flogged, they ordered them not to speak in the name of Jesus and released them.^{(A) 41} Then they went out from the presence of the Sanhedrin, rejoicing that they were counted worthy to be treated shamefully on behalf of the Name.^{[a](B) 42} Every day in the temple, and in various homes, they continued teaching and proclaiming the good news that Jesus is the Messiah.