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Paul’s Defense
In verses 10-21, Paul makes his defense before Felix.
Joining the Crowd
In verse 9, Paul is accused by a crowd.
Its easier to be boldly negative in a crowd.
The Case Against Paul
In verses 1-8, Tertullus accuses Paul of many different poor behaviors.
Outline of Acts 24
- Paul’s accusers make their case
- Paul delivers his defense
- Felix waits for a bribe
- Felix leaves Paul in prison
On Hold
Paul is told, in verses 34-35, that he will be held for questioning once his accusers arrive.
Handed Over Again
In verses 25-33, Paul is handed over to another political leader, Governor Felix.
Conspiracy
In verses 12-24, we read about a plot to kill Paul.
Without his nephew’s help, the plan probably would have worked.
Go to Rome
In verse 11, Paul is called to share his message in Rome, just as he was a witness in Jerusalem.
Playing the Crowd
In verses 6-10, Paul takes advantage of the disputes between the Pharisees and Sadducees to prevent having both sides attack him in a united assault.
It stirs things up so much that the Roman commander fears for Paul’s life and removes him from the Sanhedrin.
Sarcasm?
In verses 1-5, we read about Paul’s confrontation with the high priest and his followers.
I wonder if Paul is being sincere or sarcastic when he explains that he didn’t realize that Ananias was the high priest.
