Matthew 13:6
In order to understand this parable one must remember that Jesus is describing the reception of the gospel. In other words, as in this verse, he is not describing the loss of salvation. The seed that fell in the stony places represents those who quickly receive the message of the gospel but do not truly understand it. Thus, they ‘turn over a new leaf’ and pretend a change in their life, but their spirit remains dead.
Bible Reading: Deuteronomy 3:1-4:49
Scripture Memory: 1 John 2:27 “But the anointing which ye have received of him abideth in you, and ye need not that any man teach you: but as the same anointing teacheth you of all things, and is truth, and is no lie, and even as it hath taught you, ye shall abide in him.”
Prayer: Heavenly Father, it is amazing how few people praise You. We owe all we have to You, and yet, we fail to glorify Your name for all of it. I know that the enemy hates Your praise. But, I will praise You because You alone can create something good. All that we can on our own is destroy. We need You to make us truly artistic. Give us the beauty of Your holiness in our lives and creations. Let us not spend all of our days creating destruction. Oh Father, make me Your child not only in my heart, but in my actions. Help me to allow Your Spirit to fill me to overflowing with Your joy, peace, and hope. Give me Your love, that I may win others to You. In the name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise You, Amen.
Prayer Requests: Pray for a woman with several silent requests.
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