Acts 24:25-27

J.B. Phillips New Testament

Felix plays for safety—and hope for personal gain

^24-25 Some days later Felix arrived with his wife Drusilla, herself a Jewess and sent for Paul, and heard what he had to say about faith in Christ Jesus. But while Paul was talking about goodness, self-control and the judgment that is to come, Felix became alarmed, and said, “You may go for the present. When I find a convenient moment I will send for you again.”

²⁶ At the same time he nursed a secret hope that Paul would pay him money—which is why Paul was frequently summoned to come and talk with him.

²⁷ However, when two full years had passed, Felix was succeeded by Porcius Festus and, as he wanted to remain in favour with the Jews, he left Paul still a prisoner.