I'm not sure that's all true.

First, copies of the Scriptures weren't widely available. In the 1st century, you had to attend the synagogue to hear a scripture reading. One of the things Jesus faced was spiritual apathy. John the Baptist was sent ahead of him to get the people ready. The religious leaders knew the Old Testament far better than the common people, who ended up being more receptive.

And those people, Jew, Christian or pagan did not lead dull lives. They had everything we have but for technology. I've seen people stare at their phones, at their TV, or PCs for hours.

That's a dull waste. Video games? Zzzzz.

Read Genesis 12-25. Abraham did not lead a dull life.

We lead uneventful lives.

Jesus and the apostles had a positive message.

True.

Last edited by couchgrouch; 05/26/21 05:13 PM.
Nashville demos etc:

https://www.soundclick.com/bands3/default.cfm?bandID=431939

other demos:

https://soundcloud.com/wabash-cannibal

Amazon Kindle books by Robert George you may enjoy:

1) Americana

2) Teenage Graceland

3) The Will to Be

4) Fort Mystery

5) Wheel Sea

6) My One True Love