The Jews Present the Case Against Paul After five days, the high priest, elders and an orator, or, as Ash says was the case, an attorney, presented themselves before the governor to bring a formal charge against Paul. The orator, Tertullus, flattered Felix in referring to the peace he had brought t... [ Continue Reading ]
Paul's Defense Before Felix Once the governor nodded to him, Paul began his defense. He expressed pleasure at getting to state his case before one who had years of experience in judging on matters involving the Jews. In answer to (1), the apostle noted he had only been back in Judea for 12 days, wi... [ Continue Reading ]
Paul Before Felix and Drusilla Luke told Theophilus that Felix had a fairly good knowledge of "the Way," or Christianity. After all, Philip and his four daughters lived in Caesarea and Cornelius had been converted while residing in the city. Rather than ruling immediately, Felix delayed judgment un... [ Continue Reading ]