God’s Strengthening Word: Learning From Biblical TeachingsNäide

Introduction

Luke 8:1-18: Jesus often used parables to teach about the Kingdom of God. In today’s reading, the parable of the sower demonstrates the need for having an obedient heart if we are to receive and retain the message. The reading concludes with a teaching that what is hidden will be disclosed and come to light.

Today’s Key Verse: Luke 8:15 GNT

The seeds that fell in good soil stand for those who hear the message and retain it in a good and obedient heart, and they persist until they bear fruit.

Reflect

Today’s reading includes several references to listening and hearing the message (verses 8, 10, 12–15, 18). As you read today’s passage, what do you “hear” being said to you? Hearing the message and retaining it is connected with bearing fruit. What kind of “fruit” will you bear today?

Pray

Lord Jesus, teach me to be obedient to your word so that I bear fruit that gives glory to you. May I serve as good soil in which your precious word can grow so that your Kingdom will advance. Amen.

Tomorrow’s Reading

Luke 11:1-13: Jesus teaches his disciples to pray.