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Introduction
We see this parable of the Sower and the Seed appear in as well as Luke 8.
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The Parable of the Seed -
This parable is primarily about the proliferation of the Gospel of Jesus Christ through evangelistic methods.
We read the word “hear” nineteen times in chapter 13.
But Jesus seems to be speaking in code here.
A parable is an extended metaphor or simile.
A parable is not necessarily an allegory.
And it is not a fable.
In allegories, ideas are symbolized by people in the story.
Fables teach lessons but employ animals or inanimate objects as characters of the story.
The parable is a short story designed to teach a moral or religious lesson.
Parables can sometimes seem confusing.
As we continue reading Jesus explains why he was speaking in parables.
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The Question - Why Parables?
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The question asked of Jesus is “Why do you speak in parables?”
The disciples knew that Jesus often taught them plainly without resorting to the use of parables.
But with those who followed Jesus in public, He often told simple stories.
His Purpose With Parables
To educate those who get it and discourage those who just don’t get it.
The Natural Man
He who has ears let him hear...
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The Parable Explained -
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The Parable Explained -
The Seed Brings Fruit
Warren Wiersbe explains how the seed of the Gospel bears the fruit of Christianity within us for all to see...
Fruit is the test of true salvation ().
We Christians are given the ability to be “fruit inspectors.”
We can tell people by the marks of Christian character...
This would include holiness (),
Holiness (or being set apart for God) bears the fruit of sanctification and gives us eternal life with God.
Christian character (), good works (), winning others to Christ (), sharing what we have (), and praising God ().
If a plant is to bear fruit, it must be rooted in soil and exposed to sunshine.
- Warren Wiersbe
Christian character (),
We can examine the Christian character of those around us...
good works (),
winning others to Christ (),
sharing what we have (),
If you have no generosity for those who are in Christ but suffering...
and praising God ().
If a plant is to bear fruit, it must be rooted in soil and exposed to sunshine.
- Warren Wiersbe
Wiersbe, W. W. (1996).
The Bible exposition commentary (Vol. 1, p. 45).
Wheaton, IL: Victor Books.
Wiersbe, W. W. (1996).
The Bible exposition commentary (Vol. 1, p. 45).
Wheaton, IL: Victor Books.
Wait! Did He Say Affliction and Persecution?
- v 20-21
Worry and Wealth Can Choke Out Salvation - v 22
Good Soil Bears Good Fruit - v 23
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