“Some have their eyes opened in ways other than the preaching of the Gospel. The Apostle Paul is a good example.”
This is a good point. I would say that God can reach out to anyone at any time in His own way to gather His elect. However, I would be wary against saying it in such a way that others are excused for not preaching the Gospel or not being zealous for it. As, at the very least, the usual means is through the preaching of the word.
Though, when I think about it, it would be fair to say that every “usual” conversion is a miraculous work of God, just like Paul’s meeting with Christ on the road to Damascus.
I agree with you, I was just pointing out hearing the word of God and turning your life over to him is not the only way. You're right, God comes to us where we are planted. He used a very unconventional method on me. Regardless of how it happened, I am eternally grateful for the result, which is all that matters.