Mark 4

Scripture: Mark chapter 4

Observation: Jesus spoke to His disciples and to all the people in parables. Verse 34 says He always spoke in parables, but He only explained the parables to His disciples in private.

Application: Not everyone who reads the Word will understand it. The parable of the seeds tells us the Word would be spread but not all who received it would produce fruit. It's all dependent upon the condition of our hearts. Do I have a heart for God, true faith in His Word and a true belief in His death and resurrection? If not, all my Bible reading is in vain.

Prayer: Father, I believe in You. I believe You created all things, myself included, and You alone deserve the glory. I believe Jesus left heaven to die for me on the cross. I believe Your Word to be true, to be alive, and to be relevant to my life. Please show me Your will for my life through Your Word. I can question a thousand men, but I will not doubt Your Word. In Jesus' Name, Amen.