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