Luke 8:11-15 TPT Here, then, is the deeper meaning to my parable: The word of God is the seed that is sown into hearts.
12 The hard pathway represents the hard hearts of those who hear the word of God but the slanderer quickly snatches away what was sown in their hearts to keep them from believing and experiencing salvation.
13 The seeds falling on gravel represents those who initially respond to the word with joy, but soon afterward, when a season of difficulty and harassment of the enemy comes to them, they wither and fall away, for they have no root in the truth and their faith is temporary.
14 The seeds that fall into the weeds represents the hearts of those who hear the word of God but their growth is quickly choked off by their own anxious cares, the riches of this world, and the fleeting pleasures of this life. This is why they never become mature and fruitful.
15 The seed that fell into good, fertile soil represents those lovers of truth who hear it deep within their hearts. They respond by clinging to the word, keeping it dear as they endure all things in faith. This is the seed that will one day bear much fruit in their lives.”
The land is your heart. What kind of hearts do you possess? Have we given our hearts to Jesus yet? Don’t just presume. I want you all to recommit. Look at your lives. Look at your marriages. Are we living like pagans? Even Balaam got a taste of the Kingdom. He heard God, and he was used to bless others through prophecy, but are you blessed?
Let us be sure, family! We love you all so much! Make sure you give your heart to Jesus and recommit your life and vows. Ask Him to help you realize you are a sinner like everyone else.
Pastor Steve Kim