Mark 4:16

First Nations Version

“The rocky ground represents the ones who hear and receive the message with a glad heart,

Cross References

Luke 8:13

“The rocky ground represents the ones who hear and receive the teaching with glad hearts, but because they have no roots, their faith is shallow and does not last. As soon as the teaching brings them trouble or opposition, they stumble and fall away.

Mark 6:20

But Looks Brave (Herod) knew he was a man who walked in an upright and holy manner, so he was afraid and protected him. From time to time Looks Brave (Herod) liked to sit and listen to Gift of Goodwill (John), even though his words troubled him.

Acts 8:13

Even Man Who Hears (Simon) believed and participated in the ceremony. After the ceremony he stayed close to Lover of Horses (Philip), for he was amazed at the powerful signs and miracles he saw.

Acts 26:28

“Do you think that in such a short time I could be talked into becoming a follower of the Chosen One?” he replied.

Matthew 13:5

“Some of the seeds fell on the rocks where there was only a little dirt. The plants sprouted up quickly,

Mark 4:15

“The village pathway represents the ones who hear but do not understand the message. Accuser (Satan), the evil trickster snake, sneaks up and snatches it away from them.

Mark 4:17

but because they have no roots, their faith is shallow and does not last. As soon as the message brings them trouble or opposition, they stumble and lose their way.