When we think of the lengthy imprisonment in Caesarea, there were several occasions when the apostle had a chance to defend himself before the ruling authorities. First, he had the opportunity to answer to Felix, in the presence of Jewish accusers (Acts 24:1–23). Second, he was heard by Felix in the presence of his wife Drusilla (Acts 24:24–25), and thereafter on a number of other occasions (Acts 24:26). Third, he was interrogated before Festus in the presence of the Jewish leaders (Acts 25:6–12). Fourth, there was a formal defence before Festus and King Herod Agrippa II with Bernice (Acts 25:13 – 26:32). Since Paul was transferred to Rome not long after Festus’ arrival, we had best associate his words in Philippians 1:12–13 with the publicity the gospel received at the court of Felix.¹