The Gospel of Mark
The Parable of the Sower
Pastor John Smith
January 26, 2025
Mark 4:1-20
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Open or download audioJesus teaches about four different responses to the Word of God through the parable of the sower.
Main Theme
The parable of the sower reveals four different heart responses to the Gospel message.
Key Points
- The seed represents the Word of God
- The soil represents the human heart
- Only good soil produces lasting fruit
- We must examine our own hearts
Westminster Shorter Catechism Q.89
The Spirit of God maketh the reading, but especially the preaching of the Word, an effectual means of convincing and converting sinners.
- What type of soil best represents your heart right now?
- What thorns are choking out the Word in your life?
- How can we cultivate good soil in our hearts?
Parable - An earthly story with a heavenly meaning, used by Jesus to teach spiritual truths.
Sower - One who scatters seed; represents those who preach the Gospel.
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