Mark 4:21-34 Parables and the Kingdom of Heaven

Lamp

Two parts here: what do you do with a lamp? Let it shine. Let it shine. Let it shine.

Jesus is telling us just like in the parable of the sower that we are to share the gospel. It’s not supposed to be kept secret.

Second part is about blessing in Kingdom of God. The ultimate final Kingdom of God is Jesus’ second coming when he will finally judge the whole earth. All those who trust in Him will be saved and enter God’s kingdom. A new heaven and a new Earth. That time will be so much better than what we have in Jesus even now.

However, there is also a time when it will be too late to accept Jesus’ forgiveness. Whether that’s at your death or if Jesus comes before then. Ultimately there is a limit to the time you have to be saved. And if you are not, what little you have will be taken away.

So share the lamp. Don’t let your loved ones face that fate.

Growing Seed

This is mostly a reminder for us that God is the one who ultimately grows His kingdom. Y

Yes he gives us a part in it but we aren’t really the ones doing the difficult work.

It’s God’s own miracle.

Mustard Seed

Again, this is about growth of the KoG. From one little conversation or relationship you have with someone that Kingdom grows.

Mr. Van’s whole family.

Jesus made sure His disciples knew what was going on.