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1 Is there evidence of Christ in you?
Matthew 13:3-9 If we were to be put on trial for being a Christian – would there be enough evidence to convict us? “…that your progress may be evident to all.” 1 Timothy 4:12-16 Richie Thetford

2 Explanation of the parable
The Sower Jesus The Seed Word of God The Soil Four soils Richie Thetford

3 Is There Evidence of Christ In You?
The Wayside Soil Matthew 13:15 2 Corinthians 4:3-4 Stony Soil Matthew 13:20-21 Is There Evidence of Christ In You? Richie Thetford

4 Is There Evidence of Christ In You?
The Thorny Soil Matthew 13:22 Luke 8:14 Is There Evidence of Christ In You? Richie Thetford

5 Is There Evidence of Christ In You?
The “three” Thorns – Unfruitful Being unprepared - Luke 21:34-36 Detracting our minds – Luke 12:29-32 Deceitfulness of riches – 1 Timothy 6:9-10 Pleasures of life – Galatians 5:17 Sowing to the flesh – Galatians 6:7-9 Is There Evidence of Christ In You? Richie Thetford

6 Is There Evidence of Christ In You?
The Good Soil Matthew 13:23 Romans 6:22 Romans 12:1-2 Is There Evidence of Christ In You? Richie Thetford

7 APPLICATION of the parable
The Wayside? Heard – but not a Christian May be hardening your heart You are susceptible to Satan’s deception in some form, not accepting God’s Word Richie Thetford

8 APPLICATION of the parable
The Stony? Responded at one time, but now are not grounded in faith You will likely fall away when persecution and temptation comes your way Richie Thetford

9 APPLICATION of the parable
The Thorny? Responded at one time, but now becoming preoccupied with the cares, riches, and pleasures of life You will not be able to bear fruit! John 15:1-6 Richie Thetford

10 APPLICATION of the parable
The Good? Responded to the gospel and are bearing fruit A good heart Understanding Patience The Word has been able to produce its intended effect in your life! Richie Thetford

11 “He who has ears to hear, let him hear!”
Matthew 13:9 Only the “GOOD SOIL” will be among the FEW Is There Evidence of CHRIST In You? Richie Thetford

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