The Jews had not given up, and vowed to kill Paul. We see here the hypocrisy that religion can so easily engender. The Jews thought they were doing God's will, and made vows and fasted, but what they were doing was plotting to commit murder. All of us need to be aware of the hypocrisy that religious attitudes can lead us into (even if our "religion" is "spirit filled"). We need to guard our hearts above all things.
A careful plot was hatched, but not careful enough, for word of it got out, and the Roman soldiers were warned of what was planned, and arrangements were made to get Paul safely to Felix's palace. So Paul was safely delivered to Felix's palace.
In life men may have all sorts of schemes and plans, sometimes directly against us, sometimes schemes that will adversely affect us in some way. We should not fear, for the Lord knows everything and He is perfectly able to change things and take care of us. At the same time we need to know that there are times when God's plan will involve suffering, but this will only happen at the time of His choosing. We should always look to the Lord above all else.
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