define parable

explain series over the next few weeks

His family had come to forcibly take him back to Nazareth

Accused of cooperating with the devil

Had to clarify who his real mother and brothers were…those who did God’s will
In the afternoon he left the house in Capernaum and went down to the lake to relax……but……

Responded to the opportunity

Positioned himself for greatest effect

Told stories...

Everyone could follow

Even some would understand

Matthew 13:18-23

A lakeside – God speaks by water

A parable – a story thrown alongside

A kingdom – the place where Jesus reigns

A blessing – special position of privilege
we have a front row seat
we have what others have longed for

A farmer who “went out”

A command – Listen!

1. Does your schedule include Godly priorities?

2. Spiritual Disciplines? - how are your worship, prayer, Bible Study, Fellowship activities?

3. Dealing with those nagging distractions that are waiting for you to get rid of?

4. Fruit is the best indicator of an effective life.....?