Acts 15:12-18 -- James's speech: endorses Peter, cites Amos 9 as prophetic basis for Gentile inclusion under God's name. His judgment: do not trouble the Gentiles.
James's speech at Jerusalem Council
James endorses Peter's testimony and quotes the prophets (Amos 9:11-12 LXX) as confirmation that God planned to call Gentiles by his name. His conclusion is that the council should not trouble those turning to God from among the Gentiles.
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