In Acts 17, Paul visits Thessalonica, Berea, and Athens, proclaiming again to the people that Jesus is the Christ. Many were persuaded and believed, but some Jews were opposed and stirred up the crowds against them. Sound familiar? The Berean Jews responded with "great eagerness" and "examined the scriptures to see if what Paul said was true." Many of the Berean Jews then believed. On the other hand, in Athens, where some philosophers met with Paul, there was much skepticism. Paul addressed their idolatry and explained that man cannot build or create a dwelling place for God in gold, silver or stone images. Paul explained further to them about Christ's resurrection and a few believed. Wouldn't evangelism and witnessing be a lot easier if everyone responded like the Beareans? Many of us would never have come to Christ, though, if the good news was only preached to those "eager" to listen and learn.