Acts 24:2

Contemporary English Version 1995

So Paul was called in, and Tertullus stated the case against him: Honorable Felix, you have brought our people a long period of peace, and because of your concern our nation is much better off.

Cross References

Proverbs 29:5

Flattery is nothing less than setting a trap.

Proverbs 26:28

Watch out for anyone who tells lies and flatters— they are out to get you.

Jude 1:16

These people grumble and complain and live by their own selfish desires. They brag about themselves and flatter others to get what they want.

Psalm 10:3

The wicked brag about their deepest desires. Those greedy people hate and curse you, Lord.

Acts 24:1

Five days later Ananias the high priest, together with some of their leaders and a lawyer named Tertullus, went to the governor to present their case against Paul.

Acts 24:3

All of us are always grateful for what you have done.