Seeds

Seeds

Jesus used parables as a powerful teaching tool. The gospels are filled with parables ranging in meanings.  I think one of my favorites is the parable of the farmer scattering seed. Read this very closely:

  "listen! A farmer went out to plant some seed. As he scattered it across the field, some of the seed fell through a footpath, and the birds came and ate it. Other seed fell on shallow soil with underlying rock. The seed sprouted quickly because the soil was shallow. But the plant soon wilted under the hot sun, and since it didn't have deep roots, it died. Other seed fell among thorns that grew up and choked out the tender plants so they produced no grain. Still, other seeds fell on fertile soil, and they sprouted and grew and produced a crop that was 30, 60, and even 100 times as much as had been planted!" mark 4:3-8(NLT) 

I just love this parable. Jesus goes on to explain and says that each seed represents those who hear the message of Jesus. Read it again and think about it. 

I think the third example about seed falling among thorns is very interesting. Jesus describes this kind of person as someone who hears Gods word but gets caught up in the troubles of this world and the "lures of wealth." 

What kind of seed is your faith? Is it producing beyond what was planted or is it just keeping stuck in shallow soil? Take an honest look at your faith and decide this for yourself! It's so easy to get off track. Our faith must be deeply rooted!