Sermons About Soil
A New Meaning for Miracle-Gro
How can we develop the discipline to dwell in the Word and let the Word dwell in us this week? Let's take our cue from the Master Gardner. Cultivate the soil - Cultivate the Soul - Set aside a time and place to study the word. Fertilize with a time to absorb and reflect on the Word - Set aside a time and place to reflect on God's word. Water your soul by asking the Holy Spirit for guidance - Set aside time to pray through the Word asking for the guidance of the Holy Spirit to help you discern God's will for you and how you can walk in the Way God has for you.
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Like a Mustard Seed
Week 19 in the Vintage Jesus series. Preached by Lead Pastor Paul Vroom on June 1, 2008 at Missio Dei Church in Mokena, Illinois (www.mdchurch.us). Scripture from Mark 4:26-34.
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Condition of Your Soil
Week 17 in the Vintage Jesus series. Preached by Lead Pastor Paul Vroom on April 13, 2008 at Missio Dei Church in Mokena, Illinois (www.mdchurch.us). Scripture from Mark 4:1 - 20.
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Parables: What about the Heart?
The parable of the sower and it's meaning for the heart of the believer and the fruit we bear.
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Life as Dirt
Over the years, I've had opportunity to share about Jesus with lots of people, and it never ceases to amaze me their varied responses. Some flatly refuse. Others quickly respond, but then wilt away. Still others seem to get side-tracked mid-way along the journey. And another group goes on to accomplish much for the kingdom of God. There are lots of times I am frustrated that not everyone responds to the Gospel message with the same vigor and excitement. I want everyone to bear much fruit. But it doesn't seem to be the way. That's what Jesus is talking about today. I hope you're okay playing the role as "dirt", because that's what you are in this parable! Our receptiveness to the Gospel is represented by four types of soil. The key distinguishing factor of good soil, as we will discover today, is that it produces a harvest. What type of spiritual fruit is being produced in your life? Key Passage: Matthew 13:1-23
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Ears to Hear (Mark 4:1-25)
Jesus appeals to us, not simply to hear his word, but to listen, to heed his word. We must allow his word to speak to us and to change us, by the power of the Holy Spirit. Believers are commanded to hear the word that we may grow as a result.
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Mark 4
We cover the fourth chapter of Mark with four parables from Christ and examine their meaning
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