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23 Then he gave orders to the centurion for him to be (A)kept in custody and yet (B)have some rest, and not to prevent any of (C)his friends from ministering to him.

24 But some days later Felix arrived with Drusilla, his [a]wife who was a Jewess, and summoned Paul and heard him speak about (D)faith in Christ Jesus. 25 But as he was discussing (E)righteousness, (F)self-control, and (G)the judgment to come, Felix became frightened and answered, “Go away for the present, and when I find time I will call for you.”

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  1. Acts 24:24 Lit own wife

23 He ordered the centurion to keep Paul under guard(A) but to give him some freedom(B) and permit his friends to take care of his needs.(C)

24 Several days later Felix came with his wife Drusilla, who was Jewish. He sent for Paul and listened to him as he spoke about faith in Christ Jesus.(D) 25 As Paul talked about righteousness, self-control(E) and the judgment(F) to come, Felix was afraid(G) and said, “That’s enough for now! You may leave. When I find it convenient, I will send for you.”

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