Bible Verses About Deputy: An officer who administers the functions of a superior in his absence. 2 verses · 1 aspect All 2 An officer who administers the functions of a superior in his absence. 2 Verses on An officer who administers the functions of a superior in his absence. Acts 13:7who was with the proconsul, Sergius Paulus, a man of understanding. This man summoned Barnabas and Saul, and sought to hear the word of God.Acts 13:8But Elymas the sorcerer (for so is his name by interpretation) withstood them, seeking to turn aside the proconsul from the faith.