Acts 24:10

God's Word

The governor motioned for Paul to speak. Paul responded, “I know that you have been a judge over this nation for many years. So I’m pleased to present my case to you.

Cross References

Luke 12:11

“When you are put on trial in synagogues or in front of rulers and authorities, don’t worry about how you will defend yourselves or what you will say.

Luke 12:14

Jesus said to him, “Who appointed me to be your judge or to divide ⌞your inheritance⌟?”

Luke 18:2

He said, “In a city there was a judge who didn’t fear God or respect people.

Acts 12:17

Peter motioned with his hand to quiet them down and told them how the Lord had taken him out of prison. He added, “Tell James and the other believers about this.” Then he left and went somewhere else.

Acts 13:16

Then Paul stood up, motioned with his hand, and said, “Men of Israel and converts to Judaism, listen to me.

Acts 18:15

But since you’re disputing words, names, and your own teachings, you’ll have to take care of that yourselves. I don’t want to be a judge who gets involved in those things.”

Acts 19:33

Some people concluded that Alexander was the cause, so the Jews pushed him to the front. Alexander motioned with his hand to quiet the people because he wanted to defend himself in front of them.

Acts 21:40

The officer gave Paul permission to speak. So Paul stood on the stairs of the barracks and motioned with his hand for the people to be quiet. When the mob was silent, Paul spoke to them in the Hebrew language.

Acts 23:24

Provide an animal for Paul to ride, and take him safely to Governor Felix.”

Acts 26:1

Agrippa said to Paul, “You’re free to speak for yourself.” Paul acknowledged King Agrippa and then began his defense.

1 Peter 3:15

But dedicate your lives to Christ as Lord. Always be ready to defend your confidence ⌞in God⌟ when anyone asks you to explain it. However, make your defense with gentleness and respect.

1 Samuel 2:25

If one person sins against another, God will take care of him. However, when a person sins against the Lord, who will pray for him?” But they wouldn’t listen to their father’s warning—the Lord wanted to kill them.