Mark 4:16

Contemporary English Version 1995

The seeds that fell on rocky ground are the people who gladly hear the message and accept it at once.

Cross References

Luke 8:13

The seeds that fell on rocky ground are the people who gladly hear the message and accept it. But they don't have deep roots, and they believe only for a little while. As soon as life gets hard, they give up.

Mark 6:20

because Herod was afraid of John and protected him. He knew that John was a good and holy man. Even though Herod was confused by what John said, he was glad to listen to him. And he often did.

John 5:35

John was a lamp that gave a lot of light, and you were glad to enjoy his light for a while.

Acts 8:13

Even Simon believed and was baptized. He stayed close to Philip, because he marveled at all the miracles and wonders.

Acts 26:28

Agrippa asked Paul, “In such a short time do you think you can talk me into being a Christian?”

Matthew 13:5

Other seeds fell on thin, rocky ground and quickly started growing because the soil wasn't very deep.

Mark 4:15

The seeds that fell along the road are the people who hear the message. But Satan soon comes and snatches it away from them.

Mark 4:17

But they don't have roots, and they don't last very long. As soon as life gets hard or the message gets them in trouble, they give up.