Purpose Of Parables
Matthew 13:10-17
Mark 4:10-12
Luke 8:9,10
Further Reading
The Parable of the Sower as Kingdom Theology
Parable of Sower Explained
Matthew 13:18-23
Mark 4:13-20
Luke 8:11-15
God is ... What do we learn about God in this passage?
We are ... What do we learn about people in this passage?
In Jesus' explanation of this parable, what is the seed? The birds? The soils? The fruit? The farmer?
What does it really mean to "hear"? How would you explain this parable to children who have never been on a farm? What modern analogy would you use?
What does Jesus mean to be "a noble and good heart"?
I will ... What has the Holy Spirit revealed to us in this passage? How will I apply it to my life this today?
What kind of "soil" best represents you now? Five years ago?
When it comes to hearing God right now, are you:
The disciples were always asking Jesus questions (even dumb ones). How comfortable are you taking your questions to Jesus?
What help do you get from this parable about sharing your faith with others?
- Locked in on the situation?
- Getting a lot of static?
- Barely picking up the signal?
Further Reading
The Parable of the Sower as Kingdom Theology
Parable Of The Lighted Lamp
Mark 4:21-25
Luke 8:16-18
If someone looked under your bed right now, what would they find? (A suitcase, old socks, dust balls!)
God is ... What do we learn about God in this passage?
We are ... What do we learn about people in this passage?
If Jesus and his message are the lamp of truth, what is this parable saying about the kingdom of God? What is the promise for those who do and don't listen?
I will ... What has the Holy Spirit revealed to us in this passage? How will I apply it to my life this today?
You can ... Who do you know who needs to hear this? Feel free to share with others by social media links at the bottom of this.
If someone looked under your bed right now, what would they find? (A suitcase, old socks, dust balls!)
Further Reading
Kingdom Parables
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