New Testament in a Year – Acts 24

The Trial Before Felix - Acts 24:1-27

Understand It

• Why did the religious leaders hire Tertullus? (24:1)
• Who went to Caesarea? Why? (24:1-8)
• Why did Tertullus flatter Felix? (24:2-4)
• What three accusations did Tertullus make against Paul? (24:5-8)
• Who supported Tertullus in his accusations? (24:9)
• Speaking in his own defense, how was Paul’s introduction different from the lawyer’s? (24:10)
• What points did Paul make in his defense before the governor? (24:11-16)
• What was Paul’s objective in visiting Jerusalem? (24:17)
• What did Paul say about the charges brought against him? (24:11-18)
• How did the apostle show that Tertullus did not have any legitimate charges against him? (24:18-21)
• What did Felix do about Paul’s case? (24:22-23)
• How did the governor provide Paul with limited freedom? (24:23)
• How did Paul’s speaking affect Felix? (24:24-25)
• What motivated Felix to send for Paul? (24:26)
• Why did Paul languish in prison for over two years? (24:26-27)
• Before leaving his position as governor, what did Felix do to placate the Jews? (24:27)

Apply It

• How do you want to be ready for the next time you are misunderstood?
• For what public officials can you pray this week?
• How can you show patience with the changes for which you are still waiting?