Was the Spirit convicting Felix of sin and righteousness? It was too close for comfort so he dismissed Paul lest he decide to repent & believe Paul’s preaching.
Tag Archives: Paul
Trial before Felix | Acts 24:1-9
Tertullus loads on the butter as he addresses Felix. It’s so thick you can cut it with a knife! But in reality, none of it may have been true.
New ministry for Paul | Acts 23:31-35
Paul ends up spending 2 years in Caesarea with the opportunity to speak with high officials, such as Felix. It’s fulfillment of a promise in Acts 9:15.
Plot against Paul foiled | Acts 23:23-30
It’s wonderful God knows the details of His children’s lives and circumstances. Better yet, He cares and provides. He works to aid us and accomplish His will.
Speaking his mind | Acts 22:29-23:5
Not knowing that Ananias was high priest, Paul spoke his mind to him. This reminds us of Jesus calling the religious leaders white-washed tombs (Matt 23:27-28).
The rule of law | Acts 22:22-29
But Paul appeals to Roman law and asks if he, a Roman, can be treated this way (v25). This results in fear that they had mis-treated Paul, a Roman citizen.
Paul’s testimony – Part 2 | Acts 22:12-21
Upon returning to Jerusalem, Paul had a vision in which he talked with the Lord. Jesus warned him to leave Jerusalem,; Jews would seek to kill him.
Paul’s testimony – Part 1 | Acts 22:3-11
With this foundation laid, Paul now moves onto his conversion experience. Why did he share this? He’s preaching the gospel to win souls.
Paul’s language asset | Acts 21:37-22:2
The crowd maybe assumed he would speak Greek. Being multilingual, when Paul spoke to them in Hebrew, the language of the Jews, they gave Paul their attention.
Best laid plans | Acts 21:27-36
Well, the plan didn’t work. “The best-laid plans of mice and men often go awry.” Some Jews from Asia recognized Paul and stirred up the crowd against him.