THE PARABLE OF THE SOWER

Introduction:

A. The Parables Of Jesus.

1. Provide a means of remembering a lesson.

2. Provide an understandable way to convey the moral.

3. Provide a filter.

B. A Famous Parable Of Sowing.

Body: Luke 8: 1 - 15

I. A Spot In History (1 - 3).

A. Jesus preaching the good news.

B. Ministering by sacrifice.

II. An Explanation Of Purpose Of Parables (9, 10).

A. The disciples ask Jesus for understanding.

B. Others come to listen to the good stories.

III. A Sower Sowing Seed.

A. Some falls on edge of road.

1. These hear, but have hard hearts.

2. Satan has access.

3. Do not believe and are not saved.

B. Some falls on rocky soil.

1. These hear and accept the word.

2. Believe for a time.

3. Trouble and difficulty drive them away.

C. Some fell among thorns.

1. Hear and accept the word.

2. Attracted by worldly things.

3. Do not bear fruit.

D. Some falls on good ground.

1. Hear with a good heart.

2. Retain the word.

3. Bear fruit - with patience!

Conclusion:

A. Are You Sowing The Seed?

B. Are You Hard, Rocky, Thorny, Or Good Soil?

C. Are You A Hypocrite Or A Christian?