Paul Before Festus

Northwest Bible Church - Nov. 8, 2020 - Book of Acts - Alan Conner

Acts 25:1-12

Paul before Festus

Intro

A. THE ARRIVAL OF FESTUS (Acts 25:1).

1. Replaces Felix.

2. Character.

B. CHARGES AGAINST PAUL (Acts 25:2-5).

1. Chief Jewish complaint (Acts 25:2-3).

2. Festus’ response (Acts 25:4-5).

C. THE TRIAL BEFOERE FESTUS (Acts 25:6-12).

1. The charges (Acts 25:6-8).

2. Festus’ favor for the Jews (Acts 25:9).

3. Paul’s response (Acts 25:10-12).

a. I ought to be tried before Caesar’s tribunal (Acts 25:10).

b. I am innocent but if guilty, I am willing to die (Acts 25:10b-11).

c. I appeal to Caesar (Acts 25:11).

d. Festus and the council agree to send Paul to Caesar (Acts 25:12).

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