And other seed fell on rock; and when it grew up, it withered away because it had no moisture.
But those on the rock are they that, whenever they hear, receive the word with joy; and these have no root, who believe for a while and in time of testing fall away.
A sower went out to sow his seed. And as he sowed, some fell alongside the road; and it was trampled down, and the birds of the air devoured it.
And other seed fell among thorns, and when the thorns grew up with it, they choked it.
while it is said: "Today, if you hear His voice, do not harden your hearts as in the rebellion."