26:2a–c

Paul spoke with respect to King Agrippa. Translate in a way that indicates respect.

I consider myself fortunate: The Greek word that the Berean Standard Bible translates as fortunate refers to being favored. King Agrippa favored Paul by wanting to listen to his story. Agrippa, as king, could have ignored Paul because Paul was not an important person in Roman society. Paul was important to the Jews only as a threat to their religion. But King Agrippa wanted to listen to him. Other ways to translate this clause are:

I consider myself favored
-or-
I think of myself as privileged
-or-
I think it is very good for me ⌊that you are willing to hear my story⌋

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