Jesus used many stories like these to teach the crowd God’s message—as much as they could understand.
Then Jesus used stories to teach them many things. He said: “A farmer went out to plant his seed.
But when planted, this seed grows and becomes the largest of all garden plants. It produces large branches, and the wild birds can make nests in its shade.”
He always used stories to teach them. But when he and his followers were alone, Jesus explained everything to them.
“I have many more things to say to you, but they are too much for you now.