Acts 24:25 “As Paul expounded on righteousness, self-control, and the coming judgm…”

Acts 24:25

As Paul expounded on righteousness, self-control, and the coming judgment, Felix became frightened and said, “You may go for now. When I find the time, I will call for you.”

Berean Standard Bible

Other translations

King James Version

And as he reasoned of righteousness, temperance, and judgment to come, Felix trembled, and answered, Go thy way for this time; when I have a convenient season, I will call for thee.

World English Bible

As he reasoned about righteousness, self-control, and the judgment to come, Felix was terrified, and answered, “Go your way for this time, and when it is convenient for me, I will summon you.”

American Standard Version

And as he reasoned of righteousness, and self-control, and the judgment to come, Felix was terrified, and answered, Go thy way for this time; and when I have a convenient season, I will call thee unto me.

Geneva Bible 1599

And as he disputed of righteousnes and temperance, and of the iudgement to come, Felix trembled, and answered, Go thy way for this time, and when I haue conuenient time, I will call for thee.

Darby Translation

And as he reasoned concerning righteousness, and temperance, and the judgment about to come, Felix, being filled with fear, answered, Go for the present, and when I get an opportunity I will send for thee;

Young's Literal Translation

and he reasoning concerning righteousness, and temperance, and the judgment that is about to be, Felix, having become afraid, answered, 'For the present be going, and having got time, I will call for thee;'

Bible in Basic English

And while he was talking about righteousness and self-control and the judging which was to come, Felix had great fear and said, Go away for the present, and when the right time comes I will send for you.

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Cross references

“he”

1 Peter 3:15 Acts 17:2 Isaiah 41:21 1 Samuel 12:7 Isaiah 1:18 Romans 12:1

1 Peter 3:15 · BSB

But in your hearts sanctify Christ as Lord. Always be prepared to give a defense to everyone who asks you the reason for the hope that is in you. But respond with gentleness and respect,

Acts 17:2 · BSB

As was his custom, Paul went into the synagogue, and on three Sabbaths he reasoned with them from the Scriptures,

Isaiah 41:21 · BSB

“Present your case,” says the LORD. “Submit your arguments,” says the King of Jacob.

1 Samuel 12:7 · BSB

Now present yourselves, so that I may confront you before the LORD with all the righteous acts He has done for you and your fathers.

Isaiah 1:18 · BSB

“Come now, let us reason together,” says the LORD. “Though your sins are like scarlet, they will be as white as snow; though they are as red as crimson, they will become like wool.

Romans 12:1 · BSB

Therefore I urge you, brothers, on account of God’s mercy, to offer your bodies as living sacrifices, holy and pleasing to God, which is your spiritual service of worship.

“righteousness”

John 16:8 1 John 3:7 Acts 24:15 1 John 3:10 Isaiah 1:21 Isaiah 16:5

John 16:8 · BSB

And when He comes, He will convict the world in regard to sin and righteousness and judgment:

1 John 3:7 · BSB

Little children, let no one deceive you: The one who practices righteousness is righteous, just as Christ is righteous.

Acts 24:15 · BSB

and I have the same hope in God that they themselves cherish, that there will be a resurrection of both the righteous and the wicked.

1 John 3:10 · BSB

By this the children of God are distinguished from the children of the devil: Anyone who does not practice righteousness is not of God, nor is anyone who does not love his brother.

Isaiah 1:21 · BSB

See how the faithful city has become a harlot! She once was full of justice; righteousness resided within her, but now only murderers!

Isaiah 16:5 · BSB

in loving devotion a throne will be established in the tent of David. A judge seeking justice and hastening righteousness will sit on it in faithfulness.

“temperance”

Galatians 5:23 2 Peter 1:6 Hosea 7:5 Mark 6:18–24 Proverbs 31:3–5 Daniel 5:1–4

Galatians 5:23 · BSB

gentleness, and self-control. Against such things there is no law.

2 Peter 1:6 · BSB

and to knowledge, self-control; and to self-control, perseverance; and to perseverance, godliness;

Hosea 7:5 · BSB

The princes are inflamed with wine on the day of our king; so he joins hands with those who mock him.

Mark 6:18–24 · BSB

For John had been telling Herod, “It is not lawful for you to have your brother’s wife!”

Proverbs 31:3–5 · BSB

Do not spend your strength on women or your vigor on those who ruin kings.

Daniel 5:1–4 · BSB

Later, King Belshazzar held a great feast for a thousand of his nobles, and he drank wine with them.

“judgment”

Acts 10:42 Revelation 20:11–15 2 Corinthians 5:10 Hebrews 9:27 1 Corinthians 4:5 2 Timothy 4:1

Acts 10:42 · BSB

And He commanded us to preach to the people and to testify that He is the One appointed by God to judge the living and the dead.

Revelation 20:11–15 · BSB

Then I saw a great white throne and the One seated on it. Earth and heaven fled from His presence, and no place was found for them.

2 Corinthians 5:10 · BSB

For we must all appear before the judgment seat of Christ, that each one may receive his due for the things done in the body, whether good or bad.

Hebrews 9:27 · BSB

Just as man is appointed to die once, and after that to face judgment,

1 Corinthians 4:5 · BSB

Therefore judge nothing before the appointed time; wait until the Lord comes. He will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and will expose the motives of men’s hearts. At that time each will receive his praise from…

2 Timothy 4:1 · BSB

I charge you in the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who will judge the living and the dead, and in view of His appearing and His kingdom:

“Felix”

Galatians 3:22 Hebrews 4:1 James 2:19 Acts 2:37 Isaiah 32:11 Jeremiah 23:29

Galatians 3:22 · BSB

But the Scripture pronounces all things confined by sin, so that by faith in Jesus Christ the promise might be given to those who believe.

Hebrews 4:1 · BSB

Therefore, while the promise of entering His rest still stands, let us be careful that none of you be deemed to have fallen short of it.

James 2:19 · BSB

You believe that God is one. Good for you! Even the demons believe that—and shudder.

Acts 2:37 · BSB

When the people heard this, they were cut to the heart and asked Peter and the other apostles, “Brothers, what shall we do?”

Isaiah 32:11 · BSB

Shudder, you ladies of leisure; tremble, you daughters of complacency. Strip yourselves bare and put sackcloth around your waists.

Jeremiah 23:29 · BSB

“Is not My word like fire,” declares the LORD, “and like a hammer that smashes a rock?”

“Go”

Jeremiah 37:17–21 Jeremiah 38:14–28 Matthew 25:1–10 Acts 26:28 Proverbs 1:24–32 Matthew 14:5–10

Jeremiah 37:17–21 · BSB

Later, King Zedekiah sent for Jeremiah and received him in his palace, where he asked him privately, “Is there a word from the LORD?” “There is,” Jeremiah replied. “You will be delivered into the hand of the king of Baby…

Jeremiah 38:14–28 · BSB

Then King Zedekiah sent for Jeremiah the prophet and received him at the third entrance to the house of the LORD. “I am going to ask you something,” said the king to Jeremiah. “Do not hide anything from me.”

Matthew 25:1–10 · BSB

“At that time the kingdom of heaven will be like ten virgins who took their lamps and went out to meet the bridegroom.

Acts 26:28 · BSB

Then Agrippa said to Paul, “Can you persuade me in such a short time to become a Christian?”

Proverbs 1:24–32 · BSB

Because you refused my call, and no one took my outstretched hand,

Matthew 14:5–10 · BSB

Although Herod wanted to kill John, he was afraid of the people, because they regarded John as a prophet.

“when”

Hebrews 3:13 Acts 17:32 2 Corinthians 6:2 Isaiah 55:6 Haggai 1:2 Luke 17:26–29

Hebrews 3:13 · BSB

But exhort one another daily, as long as it is called today, so that none of you may be hardened by sin’s deceitfulness.

Acts 17:32 · BSB

When they heard about the resurrection of the dead, some began to mock him, but others said, “We want to hear you again on this topic.”

2 Corinthians 6:2 · BSB

For He says: “In the time of favor I heard you, and in the day of salvation I helped you.” Behold, now is the time of favor; now is the day of salvation!

Isaiah 55:6 · BSB

Seek the LORD while He may be found; call on Him while He is near.

Haggai 1:2 · BSB

that this is what the LORD of Hosts says: “These people say, ‘The time has not yet come to rebuild the house of the LORD.’”

Luke 17:26–29 · BSB

Just as it was in the days of Noah, so also will it be in the days of the Son of Man:

Cross references adapted from OpenBible.info (CC BY 4.0) and the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

In context

24After several days, Felix returned with his wife Drusilla, who was a Jewess. He sent for Paul and listened to him speak about faith in Christ Jesus.

26At the same time, he was hoping that Paul would offer him a bribe. So he sent for Paul frequently and talked with him.

Read Acts 24