Luke 8:10 “And He said, “To you it has been given to know the mysteries of the kingdom of God, but to the rest it is given in parables, that`Seeing they may not see, And hearing they may not understand.'”
What was the dividing line here, and why was it there? The disciples were those who had already made known their interest in Christ. They had already taken steps of faith and shown that they were willing to chose Him over the things of this life. For the others, though they were curious, they fell under the reach of prophecy. Jesus was fulfilling prophecy by delivering His truth in parables. He knew it wasn’t the most direct method. But, it was a good method. It was perfect for the goal He had in mind. He delivered truth, but the closed mind would never grasp it. Those who were unwilling to make an extra effort to know Him would not know Him.
Heavenly Father, give us truth! We realize and understand that the truth is what we need so dearly. And yet often we are so satisfied with much less. You are wise and You know our hearts. Help me dear Father to grasp Your truth with understanding. In the Name of the Lord Jesus Christ I pray and praise You, Amen.