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23 And he commanded to a centurion to keep him, and that he had rest[a], neither to forbid any man to minister of his own things to him.

24 And after some days Felix came, with Drusilla his wife, that was a Jewess, and called Paul, and heard of him the faith that is in Christ Jesus.

25 And while he disputed of rightwiseness, and chastity, and of doom to coming [and of doom to come], Felix was made trembling, and answered, That pertaineth now, go; but in time opportune I shall call thee [soothly in time covenable I shall call thee].

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  1. Acts 24:23 And he commanded to a centurion to keep him, and to have rest

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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