Matthew 13:20

Good News Translation

The seeds that fell on rocky ground stand for those who receive the message gladly as soon as they hear it.

Cross References

2 Chronicles 24:14

When the repairs were finished, the remaining gold and silver was given to the king and Jehoiada, who used it to have bowls and other utensils made for the Temple. As long as Jehoiada was alive, sacrifices were offered regularly at the Temple.

2 Chronicles 24:2

He did what was pleasing to the Lord as long as Jehoiada the priest was alive.

2 Chronicles 24:6

so he called in Jehoiada, their leader, and demanded, “Why haven't you seen to it that the Levites collect from Judah and Jerusalem the tax which Moses, the servant of the Lord, required the people to pay for support of the Tent of the Lord's presence?” (

Isaiah 58:2

They worship me every day, claiming that they are eager to know my ways and obey my laws. They say they want me to give them just laws and that they take pleasure in worshiping me.”

Matthew 13:19

Those who hear the message about the Kingdom but do not understand it are like the seeds that fell along the path. The Evil One comes and snatches away what was sown in them.

Matthew 13:21

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.

Matthew 7:8

For everyone who asks will receive, and anyone who seeks will find, and the door will be opened to those who knock.

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.