Since this is only mentioned once in scripture, and nowhere else put forth as normative, I would lean more towards Dan's explanation. Paul had proven to be an opportunist when he preached the gospel, and the resurrection is certainly an inherent part of the gospel. He did the same in Athens:
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Acts 17:22-23 22 So Paul stood in the midst of the Areopagus and said, "Men of Athens, I observe that you are very religious in all respects. 23 "For while I was passing through and examining the objects of your worship, I also found an altar with this inscription, 'TO AN UNKNOWN GOD.' Therefore what you worship in ignorance, this I proclaim to you.
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Paul wasn't defending altars to unknown gods, but he did take advantage of the opportunity that presented itself to proclaim Christ.