Thorny Ground that Chokes the Seed – Mark 4:18-19
In the parable of the soils, I find myself challenged by the thorns that choke out the seed. There are so many thorns in my life.
Encouraging, comforting and urging you to live lives worthy of God, who calls you into his kingdom and glory. (1 Thess. 2:12 NIV)
Studies from the gospel of Mark
In the parable of the soils, I find myself challenged by the thorns that choke out the seed. There are so many thorns in my life.
As a believer, I should be willing, and able, to tell other people what the Lord has done for me. That requires no training, just love.
When you read the Bible, or anything else, let it speak to you. And then consider carefully what you hear and how you should respond.
Jesus warns us about the dangers of trying to gain the things of this world and the possibility that you could lose your soul in the process.
Jesus has died for us and given us a new life. The most wonderful news in the world. But do we keep it to ourselves? Or tell everyone?
Our world measure greatness by power and influence. But Jesus turned that upside down. To be first, you must become last, the servant of all.
How much we give, whether of our money, our time, or our talents, is not important. What matters is the generosity with which we give. The one who gives sacrificially of the little he has, has given more than the one who gives abundantly, but at little real cost to himself.
I would encourage you to regularly set aside time to be alone with God and share with him. It will make a big difference in your life.
I believe; at least intellectually. But unfortunately, my belief does not always translate well into practical terms. Lord, help my unbelief!
Get behind me Satan! How shocking these words must have been to Peter. But how often am I as guilty, substituting my plans instead of God’s perfect way?
All things are possible with God. It makes no difference who or what you are. Trust God, and follow Christ into the kingdom.
The women who went to the tomb on Easter received the best news ever delivered. Jesus was not dead. He had defeated death and risen!