Acts 24:13
Acts 24:13 in Multiple Translations
Nor can they prove to you any of their charges against me.
Neither can they prove the things whereof they now accuse me.
Neither can they prove to thee the things whereof they now accuse me.
And they are not able to give facts in support of the things which they say against me now.
Nor can they prove to you any of their accusations against me.
Neither can they proue the things, whereof they now accuse me.
nor are they able to prove against me the things concerning which they now accuse me.
Nor can they prove to you the things of which they now accuse me.
Neither can they prove the things of which they now accuse me.
Neither can they prove unto thee the things whereof they now accuse me.
So they cannot prove to you the things about which they are now accusing me.
They can’t show you that the things they say are true.
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Study Notes — Acts 24:13
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- Acts 24:13 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Acts 24:13
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Acts 24:13
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Acts 24:13
- Trapp's Commentary on Acts 24:13
- Cambridge Bible on Acts 24:13
- Barnes' Notes on Acts 24:13
- Sermons on Acts 24:13
Context — Paul’s Defense to Felix
13Nor can they prove to you any of their charges against me.
14I do confess to you, however, that I worship the God of our fathers according to the Way, which they call a sect. I believe everything that is laid down by the Law and written in the Prophets, 15and I have the same hope in God that they themselves cherish, that there will be a resurrection of both the righteous and the wicked.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Acts 25:7 | When Paul arrived, the Jews who had come down from Jerusalem stood around him, bringing many serious charges that they could not prove. |
| 2 | 1 Peter 3:16 | keeping a clear conscience, so that those who slander you may be put to shame by your good behavior in Christ. |
Acts 24:13 Summary
In Acts 24:13, Paul says that his accusers cannot prove any of their charges against him, which shows that he is confident in his innocence and is not afraid to assert his integrity. This verse teaches us that as followers of Jesus Christ, we should also be prepared to give a defense of our faith, as in 1 Peter 3:15, and trust in God's sovereignty, as in Romans 8:28-30. Just like Paul, we can stand firm in our faith, even when faced with opposition or false accusations, knowing that God is with us and will give us the words to say, as in Luke 12:11-12. By trusting in God and being confident in our faith, we can, like Paul, fulfill our duty to God with a clear conscience, as mentioned in Acts 23:1.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the context of Acts 24:13?
The context of Acts 24:13 is Paul's defense before Governor Felix, where he is being accused by the Jewish leaders of various charges, but as he says, they cannot prove any of their charges against him, much like the accusations against Jesus in Matthew 27:12-14 and Mark 15:3-5.
Why did the accusers fail to prove their charges?
The accusers failed to prove their charges because they were based on false assumptions and a lack of evidence, as Paul points out in Acts 24:12, he did not debate with anyone in the temple or rile up a crowd in the synagogues or in the city, which is similar to the experience of the apostles in Acts 5:26-29
What does this verse reveal about Paul's character?
This verse reveals that Paul is confident in his innocence and is not afraid to assert his integrity, as seen in his statement in Acts 23:1, where he says he has fulfilled his duty to God with a clear conscience, similar to the attitude of the apostle Peter in Acts 4:19-20
How does this verse relate to the broader theme of Acts?
This verse relates to the broader theme of Acts, which is the spread of the gospel and the persecution of the early Christians, as seen in Acts 8:1-4 and Acts 11:19, where the believers face opposition but continue to proclaim the message of Jesus Christ
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I am being falsely accused or misunderstood, and how can I respond with the same confidence and integrity as Paul?
- In what ways can I, like Paul, fulfill my duty to God with a clear conscience, as mentioned in Acts 23:1, and be prepared to give a defense of my faith as in 1 Peter 3:15?
- How can I use my experiences of being misunderstood or persecuted to share the gospel with others, just as Paul used his experiences to spread the message of Jesus Christ in Acts 22:1-21?
- What are some ways I can stand firm in my faith, like Paul, even when faced with opposition or false accusations, and trust in God's sovereignty as in Romans 8:28-30?
Gill's Exposition on Acts 24:13
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Acts 24:13
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Acts 24:13
Trapp's Commentary on Acts 24:13
Cambridge Bible on Acts 24:13
Barnes' Notes on Acts 24:13
Sermons on Acts 24:13
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A Letter From a Friend in America by Job Scott | In this sermon, the preacher delves into the meaning of 'periistemi', which signifies standing around or being a bystander, but figuratively means to turn oneself about to avoid so |
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(Montana) Daniel by Keith Daniel | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of prayer and thanksgiving in the life of a believer. He highlights the example of Daniel, who prayed and gave thanks to God t |
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Power of a Pure Conscience by Tom Allen | In this sermon, the preacher uses the analogy of baby robins in a nest to illustrate how some Christians are constantly relying on others for spiritual nourishment instead of takin |
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Tongues - Part 2 by Ken Baird | In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the rest that believers can find in Christ, a rest that was not fully realized in the Old Testament. He emphasizes the supernatural nature o |
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A Seared Conscience by Charles Finney | Charles Finney addresses the concept of a seared conscience, explaining that it is not merely a lack of knowledge of right and wrong, but a state of insensitivity to moral obligati |
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Guidelines for the Godly Man by Eli Brayley | Eli Brayley preaches on the calling of the man of God to live a life of full consecration, obedience, and service unto the Kingdom of God. The purpose of the man of God is to confo |
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1 Peter 3:16 by John Gill | John Gill emphasizes the significance of maintaining a good conscience, which is transformed through the sanctification of the Spirit and the blood of Jesus. He explains that a goo |






