Whereas humor and entertainment value are most highlyregarded today, the ancient Greek art of rhetoric was driven by articulate speech, lofty arguments, and profound ideas. Although Padlis well-trained in these skills, he feels compelled to lay them aside inorder to present the basic gospel story centering on the death of Christ.
Forgoing those impressive techniques that most audiencesare persuaded by, Paul leans entirely on the power of the Holy Spirit toconvert the hearts of sinners. - P40