Introduction: Why This Matters Mark 4 is filled with parables—stories Jesus used to teach deep truths in a relatable way. But He didn’t just want people to hear with their ears; He wanted them to listen with their hearts. This chapter reminds us that spiritual growth starts with how we receive and respond to God’s Word. 1. Bible Reading: Mark 4:3–9, 13–20 “Still other seed fell on good soil. It came up, grew and produced a crop, some multiplying thirty, some sixty, some a hundred times… Others, like seed sown on good soil, hear the word, accept it, and produce a crop.” Explanation For Teenagers Jesus uses the image of soil to represent our hearts. Some hearts are distracted, hard, … Continue reading Sunday School Lesson: The Power of Parables – Listening with Your Heart Mark 4