Scared of the Light

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(Acts 24:25) And as he [Paul] reasoned about righteousness and self-control and the coming judgment, Felix was alarmed and said, “Go away for the present. When I get an opportunity I will summon you.”

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Previously (as history records it) Festus had persuaded Drusilla to leave her husband, the King of Emesa, and marry him. Here, he revealed his disdain for the duties of justice by imprisoning Paul merely to solicit a bribe (24:26). Perhaps he'd heard that Paul had arrived with funds from Greek churches for the relief of Judean churches. Felix was later recalled to Rome for poorly ruling Judea.

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I admire Paul’s boldness. Because Felix failed morally, Paul reasoned with him of righteousness. Because Felix was enslaved to his emotional impulses, Paul reasoned with him about self-control. Because Felix disregarded authority, Paul warned him of his accountability before the Lord.

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Lord, this is an example of bold witnessing as well as a sober reminder of my own need to walk openly, truthfully, and obediently with You. Thank You.