Paul Before Felix: A Blameless Conscience

Upon false accusations by the Jews, Paul was arrested and taken into custody by the Roman officials. God stood with Paul and strengthened him as he trusted God's providence for his life. Join us for session nine as we follow Paul's trial and learn how he could claim to have a blameless conscience despite persecution, beatings, and even a plot to kill him.

Verses:

Acts 22:30-23:1

Acts 23:11

Hebrews 10:22-23

Acts 24:14-16

Philippians 3:12-14

Acts 24:25-26

Discussion Questions:

Paul said he did his best to maintain a blameless conscience. What things does Paul instruct to do to maintain a blameless conscience and walk worthy of the calling we have received in Ephesians 4:1-3 and Colossians 3:12-17?

If we want to maintain a life that is worthy of the calling we have received, what things do 2 Corinthians 4:1-2 and Ephesians 4:17-32 tell us to avoid?

What things do you most need to pursue in your own life to maintain a blameless conscience? What things do you need to lay down, or avoid?

How does Paul describe his spiritual life in 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, and what qualities does he employ? Do you possess these qualities in the pursuit of spiritual things?

Read 2 Corinthians 2:14-17. What does this verse mean? How do you see this to be true today?