The Sower Went Forth to Sow

Hear This If You Can
Matthew 13:1–23

The Word of the Kingdom is still being sown.

Jesus tells of seed scattered broadly and generously. Some is snatched. Some is scorched. Some is choked. But some becomes fruitful.

This message asks a direct question: what is happening in our hearts when the Word of God lands there?

Are we hardened?
Are we shallow?
Are we crowded?
Or are we becoming fruitful?

There is also hope. The Spirit of God can break up the packed-down places, deepen the thin places, and clear the crowded places so the Word can take root and bear fruit.

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