Moreover you see and hear that not only at Ephesus, but throughout almost all Asia, this Paul has persuaded and turned away many people, saying that they are not gods which are made with hands.

1. Christianity has not just had impact on Ephesus, but on the whole area. Almost all of Asia has heard and turned from idols to Christ.

2. It is all Paul's fault. It is human nature. When something goes wrong, we look for someone to blame. It must be someone's fault. Paul is selected as the person responsible for this turn of fortunes.

3. Paul is preaching a god that is not made with hands. No idols. No miniature temples. No tourists. No income. This is a serious matter.

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