The Apostle Paul encountered three challenges to the cross in Athens: superstitious idolatry, stubborn bigotry, and sophisticated philosophy. He met people who worshiped false gods, including the God of wealth, the God of sex, and the God of learning. Paul also encountered philosophers who believed in pantheism and materialism, and he preached to them about the one true God who created, controls, convicts, and commands all men to repent and trust in Jesus Christ.
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