Paul continues to declare his innocence of the accusations brought against him in theses verses. Because this was a matter of Jewish religious conviction and not a matter of Roman law, Felix refuses to give a verdict. We learn from Felix as well as another character that enters the story, Drusilla, that indecision upon hearing the gospel, will lead to  despair and eventually death. We also find encouragement to be like Paul, to not give up and rely on the power of God that lies within us. You are not alone!

By Dave Bartlett