Mark 4:16
In the same way those who receive the seed on the rocky places are those who, when they have heard the Message, at once accept it joyfully,
Mark 6:20
for Herod stood in awe of John, knowing him to be an upright and holy man, and he protected him. After listening to him he was in great perplexity, and yet he found a pleasure in listening.
John 5:35
He was the lamp that burned and shone, and for a time you were willing to be gladdened by his light.
Matthew 8:19-20
when a Scribe came and said to Him, "Teacher, I will follow you wherever you go."
Matthew 13:20-21
He who has received the seed on the rocky ground is the man who hears the Message and immediately receives it with joy.
Mark 10:17-22
As He went out to resume His journey, there came a man running up to Him, who knelt at His feet and asked, "Good Rabbi, what am I to do in order to inherit the Life of the Ages?"
Luke 8:13
Those on the rock are the people who on hearing the Message receive it joyfully; but they have no root: for a time they believe, but when trial comes they fall away.
Acts 8:13
Simon himself also believed, and after being baptized remained in close attendance on Philip, and was full of amazement at seeing such signs and such great miracles performed.
Acts 8:18-21
When, however, Simon saw that it was through the laying on of the Apostles' hands that the Spirit was bestowed, he offered them money.
Acts 24:25-26
But when he dealt with the subjects of justice, self-control, and the judgement which was soon to come, Felix became alarmed and said, "For the present leave me, and when I can find a convenient opportunity I will send for you."
Acts 26:28
Agrippa answered, "In brief, you are doing your best to persuade me to become a Christian."