Mark 4:16
The same is so of the word sown upon the rocky places. When they have heard the word and receive it with joy,
Ezekiel 33:31-32
Then they come to you, as if they are still my people, and they sit down in front of you. They listen to what you say, but they do not do it. They say that they love me, but in their hearts they chase dishonest profits.
Mark 6:20
But Herod feared John. He knew he was a righteous and holy man so he kept him safe. That is why he listened to John but was perplexed.
John 5:35
He was the lamp that burns and shines. You were willing to rejoice for a season in his light.
Matthew 8:19-20
A scribe came to him and said: Teacher, I will follow you wherever you go.
Matthew 13:20-21
Anyone sown among the rocky places hears the word and immediately with joy receives it.
Mark 10:17-22
As he traveled someone ran to him, kneeled and asked him: Good Teacher, what shall I do that I may inherit everlasting life?
Luke 8:13
Those on the rock are those who receive the word with joy. These have no root. They believe for a while and in time of temptation fall away.
Acts 8:13
Simon also believed. When he was baptized he continued with Philip, amazed by the miracles and signs he saw.
Acts 8:18-21
When Simon saw the Holy Spirit was given through the laying on of the apostles' hands, he offered them money.
Acts 24:25-26
He reasoned about righteousness, temperance, and judgment to come. Felix trembled, and answered: Go your way for now. When I have time I will send for you.
Acts 26:28
Then Agrippa said to Paul: In a short time you would persuade (convince) me to become a Christian.