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Sharon Reformed Presbyterian Church · Sermon study sheet

The Parable of the Sower

Pastor John Smith · January 26, 2025

Mark 4:1-20

sharonrpc.org/sermons/parable-of-the-sower

Summary

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

Reflection and discussion

  1. What type of soil best represents your heart right now?
  2. What thorns are choking out the Word in your life?
  3. How can we cultivate good soil in our hearts?

Key terms

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.

Notes and prayer