Mark 4:16

Good News Translation (US Version)

Other people are like the seeds that fall on rocky ground. As soon as they hear the message, they receive it gladly.

Cross References

Luke 8:13

The seeds that fell on rocky ground stand for those who hear the message and receive it gladly. But it does not sink deep into them; they believe only for a while but when the time of testing comes, they fall away.

Mark 6:20

Herod was afraid of John because he knew that John was a good and holy man, and so he kept him safe. He liked to listen to him, even though he became greatly disturbed every time he heard him.

John 5:35

John was like a lamp, burning and shining, and you were willing for a while to enjoy his light.

Acts 8:13

Simon himself also believed; and after being baptized, he stayed close to Philip and was astounded when he saw the great wonders and miracles that were being performed.

Acts 26:28

Agrippa said to Paul, “In this short time do you think you will make me a Christian?”

Matthew 13:5

Some of it fell on rocky ground, where there was little soil. The seeds soon sprouted, because the soil wasn't deep.

Mark 4:15

Some people are like the seeds that fall along the path; as soon as they hear the message, Satan comes and takes it away.

Mark 4:17

But it does not sink deep into them, and they don't last long. So when trouble or persecution comes because of the message, they give up at once.