Mark 4 - Pruning Me

MARK

Chapter 4

STUDY:

What parable does this chapter start with? Where in Matthew did we read this parable?
What are the four types of seed sown?
Where is a lamp not put once it's lit? Where should it go?
In your own words, summarize "The Parable of the Seed Growing".
What is the kingdom of God like?
Why were the disciples frightened in the boat? How did Jesus respond?

DIG DEEPER:

What section of this chapter did we not read about in Matthew?
What do the four types of seed sown represent?
Why do you think the disciples were confused by the parable?
What is the purpose of the teaching: "A Lamp Under a Basket"?
Why does Jesus use a mustard seed to relate the Kingdom of God?
Why did Jesus teach in parables alone?
Why did Jesus explain them to his disciples and not the crowds?

APPLICATION:

Being honest with yourself, how do you relate to The Parable of the Sower?
What storm in life are you experiencing right now that you feel like Jesus is sleeping and not in control? By reading this text, how does it change your opinion of Jesus?
How did the Holy Spirit speak to you in this chapter? How will you respond?

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Read my thoughts on this chapter:

"it will be measured to you"

HIGHLIGHTED TEXT:

"If anyone has ears to hear, let him hear." And he said to them, "Pay attention to what you hear: with the measure you use, it will be measured to you, and still more will be added to you."
{Verses 23-24}