Mark 4:2

Contemporary English Version (Anglicised) 2012

He used stories to teach them many things, and this is part of what he taught:

Cross References

Psalm 49:4

I have in mind a mystery that I will explain while playing my harp.

Psalm 78:2

I will give instruction and explain the mystery of what happened long ago.

Matthew 13:10

Jesus' disciples came to him and asked, “Why do you use nothing but stories when you speak to the people?”

Matthew 13:3

Then he taught them many things by using stories. He said: A farmer went out to scatter seed in a field.

Matthew 7:28

When Jesus finished speaking, the crowds were surprised at his teaching.

Mark 10:1

After Jesus left, he went to Judea and then on to the other side of the River Jordan. Once again large crowds came to him, and as usual, he taught them.

Mark 12:1

Jesus then told them this story: A farmer once planted a vineyard. He built a wall around it and dug a pit to crush the grapes in. He also built a lookout tower. Then he let his vineyard and left the country.

Mark 12:38

As Jesus was teaching, he said: Guard against the teachers of the Law of Moses! They love to walk around in long robes and be greeted in the market.

Mark 3:23

Jesus told the people to gather around him. Then he spoke to them in riddles and said: How can Satan force himself out?

Mark 4:11

He answered: I have explained the secret about God's kingdom to you, but for others I can use only stories.

Mark 4:3

Now listen! A farmer went out to scatter seed in a field.

John 18:19

The high priest questioned Jesus about his followers and his teaching.