In Paul's second missionary journey (about 50 AD) he encountered opposition. In fact all of his missions he received opposition. Specifically in this instance, in Thessalonica, he started proclaiming Jesus. And some of the Jews did not like this. Did they debate and argue and try to persuade? No, they "...they rounded up some bad characters from the marketplace, formed a mob and started a riot in the city." (NIV Acts 17)
Does this sound familiar? Sure, it continues today. If you can't stand on your ideas, you resort to other means. Can I say "Occupy Wall Street" or unions gathering and going to individuals homes and threatening.
Any time you see a riot or mob, you can realize the argument is lost. They have no rational discussion to dispute the other side.
Just a reminder as we go into a very argumentative election season, and as we debate many crucial issues facing our country.
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