Let's break down this passage from Acts 25: **Paul's Defense** * Paul is on trial, and he makes a strong defense (vs. 11-12). He says that if he has committed a crime worthy of death, he is willing to die. But if the charges against him are false, he appeals to Caesar. * Festus, the Roman governor, confirms that Paul will be sent to Caesar as per his appeal. **The Trial** * The accusers bring no charges related to Paul's actions (vs. 18-19). Instead, they have questions about Paul's faith in Jesus and Jesus' resurrection. * Festus is uncertain about these new charges, so he asks Paul if he wants to go back to Jerusalem to be tried there (vs. 20). **Paul's Response** * Paul declines the offer to go back to Jerusalem, insisting on his appeal to Caesar (vs. 21). * Agrippa, the king of Judea, expresses interest in hearing Paul speak for himself (vs. 22). **Festus' Reasoning** * Festus explains that he wants to hear Paul's side of the story so that he can write a report to his lord (Caesar) with accurate information (vs. 26-27). * He notes that it is unfair to send a prisoner without specifying the charges against him. This passage highlights Paul's bravery and conviction in the face of persecution, as well as the complexities of Roman justice at the time.