Acts 24:10

New Century Version

When the governor made a sign for Paul to speak, Paul said, “Governor Felix, I know you have been a judge over this nation for a long time. So I am happy to defend myself before you.

Cross References

Luke 12:11

“When you are brought into the synagogues before the leaders and other powerful people, don’t worry about how to defend yourself or what to say.

Luke 12:14

But Jesus said to him, “Who said I should judge or decide between you?”

Luke 18:2

“In a certain town there was a judge who did not respect God or care about people.

Acts 12:17

Peter made a sign with his hand to tell them to be quiet. He explained how the Lord led him out of the jail, and he said, “Tell James and the other believers what happened.” Then he left to go to another place.

Acts 13:16

Paul stood up, raised his hand, and said, “You Israelites and you who worship God, please listen!

Acts 18:15

But the things you are saying are only questions about words and names—arguments about your own law. So you must solve this problem yourselves. I don’t want to be a judge of these things.”

Acts 19:33

They put a man named Alexander in front of the people, and some of them told him what to do. Alexander waved his hand so he could explain things to the people.

Acts 21:40

The commander gave permission, so Paul stood on the steps and waved his hand to quiet the people. When there was silence, he spoke to them in the Hebrew language.

Acts 23:24

Get some horses for Paul to ride so he can be taken to Governor Felix safely.”

Acts 26:1

Agrippa said to Paul, “You may now speak to defend yourself.” Then Paul raised his hand and began to speak.

1 Peter 3:15

But respect Christ as the holy Lord in your hearts. Always be ready to answer everyone who asks you to explain about the hope you have,

1 Samuel 2:25

If you sin against someone, God can help you. But if you sin against the Lord himself, no one can help you!” But Eli’s sons would not listen to him, because the Lord had decided to put them to death.