If we talk about Acts 24 in detail,

Chapter 24 of Acts deals with the trial of the apostle Paul in Caesarea before Felix, the governor of Judea. In this chapter, Paul defends himself against the accusations of the Jewish leaders, explains his beliefs, and preaches the gospel to Felix and his wife Drusilla.

summary

1. Accusations against Paul (24:1-9)
   • A few days later, high priest Ananias, several elders, and lawyer Tertullus come to Caesarea and present a complaint against Paul to governor Felix.
   • Tertullus accuses Paul, claiming that he is a rioter. Additionally, he is accused of desecrating the temple as the head of the province of Nazareth.
   • The Jews also agree with this accusation and criticize Paul.
2. Paul’s Defense (24:10-21)
   • When Governor Felix allows Paul to speak, Paul begins his defense.
   • Paul says he only went up to Jerusalem for 12 days, and that there was no controversy or riot in the temple.
   • He claims that the Jews did not cause any trouble when they found him in the temple, and explains that his way of worship is no different from that of serving the God of his ancestors.
   • Paul says that he believes in what is called a “heresy” and that he believes what is written in the Law and the Prophets.
   • He defends himself by saying that he always tries to live without conscience before God and people.
   • Additionally, Paul worships in the temple and says he came to deliver alms to his own people, causing no trouble in the process.
   • Paul explains that the main reason they are accusing him is because he spoke about the “resurrection of the dead” before the council.
3. Felix’s response (24:22-27)
   • Felix had a more accurate understanding of this doctrine, so he postponed the trial and ordered the centurion to guard Paul and allow his friends to take care of him.
   • A few days later, Felix comes with a Jewish woman, Drusilla, and calls Paul to hear about his faith.
   • As Paul preached about righteousness, self-control, and the coming judgment, Felix became afraid and told him to go away for now and that he would call him back later.
   • Felix often called Paul to talk to him in hopes of receiving money from him.
   • However, Felix did not release Paul for two years, and left Paul in prison until Festus was appointed as the next governor.

conclusion

Acts 24 centers around Paul defending himself against accusations from Jewish leaders. Paul explains his beliefs and emphasizes that he was not the one who started the riots. Even after hearing Paul's arguments, Governor Felix postpones the trial and leaves him in prison for two years. This chapter shows Paul defending his faith and preaching the gospel in a Roman court.