God’s Word in Your Life
Matthew 13: 1-9 & 13-23July 13, 2014
A man went out
and sowed some
seeds…Matthew 13:1-9
Some of the seeds fell on
the path…
Some of the seeds fell on
rocky soil.It sprouted
but when the sun got hot…
Some fell among weeds, which
grew up and
choked the plants…
But some fell on
good soil which
produced a crop…
Jesus said: “Pay attention to what God is trying to teach
you.”
The Seed Is God’s WordThe Bible
The Plant is Faith
The Produce Is The Result Of FaithThe Christian Life
The PathHard headedHard hearted people• They want nothing to do
with God or His Word• Their minds are made up• So Satan takes the massage so that
they will not even have the chance to believe or change
Rocky Soil
Shallow people• The message sounds good• They want it, they believe itBUT• When times get
tough• They give it up
Weedy Soil
Materialistic Christians• Too many good things• Too many blessings• The plant growsBUT• There is no fruit!
Good Soil?
Soil does not make seeds grow• God’s Word grows – it works on us
it works in us• We can let it bring faith and fruitOr• We can reject itFaith and life are God’s miracles
Each of us are made up of all types of soil!
Soil characteristics can changeand so can people
Weeds can be cleared• The Chrisman life is about
prioritiesShallow soil can be cultivated• We need to be changedGod can break up hard hearts• But it is not a pleasant
experience
Jesus said: “Listen to what God wants to teach you.”
Study and listen to His Word,it changes your life
Trust Him as He changes you
And the peace of God which surpasses all human
understanding will keep your hearts and minds in Jesus Christ to eternal life
AMEN