The Parables of Matthew 13

Matthew 13, Mark 4, Luke 8

Introduction

A. Matt 4:17, Matt 10:5-7 repent for the Kingdom is at hand.

B. Matt 12:22-32

1. The Unpardonable Sin

C. Teaching in Parables, Matt 13:1-3

1. Purpose: Matthew 13:10-18

a. To reveal truth to the disciples

b. To conceal truth from the masses

c. To fulfill prophecy

II. The Parables

A. The Sower: Matt 13:3-9 (Meaning vs 20-23)

1. The Sower is Jesus, the seed is the gospel, the soil is the heart of the receiver of the gospel seed. Some seeds will be fruitless and some will be fruitful.

2. The gospel seed will be opposed by the devil, the flesh, and the cares of the world.

B. The Wheat and the Weeds: Matthew 13:24-30 ...