But Paul said, “I am not out of my mind, most excellent Festus, but I am speaking true and rational words.
“Claudius Lysias, to his Excellency the governor Felix, greetings.
Show yourself in all respects to be a model of good works, and in your teaching show integrity, dignity, and sound speech that cannot be condemned, so that an opponent may be put to shame, having nothing evil to say about us.
He must hold firm to the trustworthy word as taught, so that he may be able to give instruction in sound doctrine and also to rebuke those who contradict it.
but in your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect,
Do not repay evil for evil or reviling for reviling, but on the contrary, bless, for to this you were called, that you may obtain a blessing.
For to this you have been called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, so that you might follow in his steps. He committed no sin, neither was deceit found in his mouth. When he was reviled, he did not revile in return; when he suffered, he did not threaten, but continued entrusting himself to him who judges justly.
in every way and everywhere we accept this with all gratitude.
Jesus answered, “I do not have a demon, but I honor my Father, and you dishonor me.
it seemed good to me also, having followed all things closely for some time past, to write an orderly account for you, most excellent Theophilus,
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