The Shipwreck—Water level lowers, the ship runs aground, then is broken to pieces by the surf.

Acts 27:27-44 Click for a description of the mark of the beast.Click for a description of the image of the beast. Lowering of the water. Lifeboat ropes are cut from the ship, and it drifts out to sea. Feasting on the grain before it is tossed overboard. Ship runs aground in front and is broken … Continue reading The Shipwreck—Water level lowers, the ship runs aground, then is broken to pieces by the surf.

The Storm at Sea—Lifeboat broken, cargo and tackle thrown overboard

Acts 27:13-26 Click for a description of the mark of the beast.Click for a description of the image of the beast. Gentle wind became a hurricane size storm. Lifeboat badly damaged and brought aboard the ship. Cargo thrown overboard and despair and hopelessness sets in. Should listen to warnings of the Bible and to keep … Continue reading The Storm at Sea—Lifeboat broken, cargo and tackle thrown overboard

Paul Speaks Before Agrippa—Christianity Locked Down for Insane Beliefs

Acts 26:1-32 Paul was allowed to speak at a politically charged hearing. There is only one reason that Paul was allowed to speak, to find incriminating evidence in the words he spoke about Jesus Christ. This was a political hearing with high-ranking military officials, experts in religious affairs, powerful political figures, city officials, and well-connected … Continue reading Paul Speaks Before Agrippa—Christianity Locked Down for Insane Beliefs

Agrippa Looking for a Charge—Show of Human Power in Push to Extinguish Christianity

Acts 25:23-27 Paul faced governors, military commanders, and prominent people at his trial. Jewish leaders claimed Paul deserved the death penalty, but he had not committed a crime. Festus sought a crime to charge Paul with by trying to cause Paul to incriminate himself. Paul faced governors, military commanders, and prominent people at his trial. … Continue reading Agrippa Looking for a Charge—Show of Human Power in Push to Extinguish Christianity

Festus Consults Agrippa—Expert in Christian Affairs Called In

Acts 25:13-22 King Agrippa and Bernice came to visit Governor Festus. Festus explains Paul's case to Agrippa and Bernice. Festus explains that he found no guilt in Paul, but Paul appealed to Caesar. King Agrippa and Bernice came to visit Governor Festus. "And after some days King Agrippa and Bernice came to Caesarea to greet … Continue reading Festus Consults Agrippa—Expert in Christian Affairs Called In

Paul’s hearing before Festus—Change of venue leads to appeal to the highest court of the nation.

Acts 25:1-12 Festus consults with the Jewish leaders and grants them another trial against Paul. Paul rejects the change of court venue to the lower Jewish courts. Paul's appeal to the highest court of the nation is granted. Festus consults with the Jewish leaders and grants them another trial against Paul."Now when Festus had come … Continue reading Paul’s hearing before Festus—Change of venue leads to appeal to the highest court of the nation.

Paul’s Trial Before Felix—God’s People Jailed Without Charges

Acts 24:1-27 Anti-Christians praise government leader for bringing peace and prosperity. Anti-Christians present their case against Christianity. Paul expresses his respect for the governing authority and pleads his innocence. Paul presents his case for belief in the resurrection from the dead of the just and unjust. Paul describes being purified in the temple and being … Continue reading Paul’s Trial Before Felix—God’s People Jailed Without Charges

Paul Transferred to Caesarea—Heavily Guarded and Detained Without Accusers

Acts 23:23-35 Click for a description of the mark of the beast.Click for a description of the image of the beast. Gospel of Christ and Christianity are under heavy guard. Documentation does not reflect the reality of what is happening to Christianity. Held Under Guard Waiting for the Accusers. Gospel of Christ and Christianity is … Continue reading Paul Transferred to Caesarea—Heavily Guarded and Detained Without Accusers

The Plot to Kill Paul—Conspiracy Against Detained Followers of Christ

Acts 23:12-22 Conspiracy against Paul and the Gospel of Jesus Christ. Conspiracy against Paul is discovered, and the command not to reveal it. Conspiracy against Paul and the Gospel of Jesus Christ. "And when it was day, some of the Jews banded together and bound themselves under an oath, saying that they would neither eat nor … Continue reading The Plot to Kill Paul—Conspiracy Against Detained Followers of Christ