• II Peter 3:18; I Peter 2:2; Ephesians 4:15; Colossians 2:6-7
  • Acts 17:11
  • They were open-minded to the Word of God
    • James 1:19
    • Acts 22:9 – Many are like this today – they hear the voice but do not get the message.
    • Romans 10:17
  • They recognized the right source of authority.
  • They proved their preaching by the scripture.
  • They were diligent in their Bible study. II Timothy 2:15
  • They were consistent in their Bible study.
  • They were receptive.
    • Acts 17:12
    • Some do not have the disposition of meekness to simply receive what God says.
  • This requires commitment (Luke 9:23)
    • Decision
    • Self-denial
    • Duty
    • Direction