Jesus gave the parable of the sower and explained the purpose for which He used parables. Jesus explained how His parables divided the people between those who had faith in Him and those who didn’t. He gave this parable to show that the ministry of the Word must remain central to our lives. He also warned us of the reality that many of our evangelistic efforts may result in failure, but that by the power of God through the Holy Spirit, God can cause great fruit to grow when we faithfully proclaim the truth of His gospel found in God’s Word. May we be encouraged in our witness that God will produce fruit, and may we be faithful to sow the seed of His Word continually.
Scripture: Mark 4:1-20