Parable of the Sower

Mark 4:1-20

1. Who first planted the Word into your life?

2. What has been the greatest fruit from the Word in your life?

3. Share some times when you’ve experienced each of these four responses to the Word.

4. Which of these four responses do you think is most common today?

5. How do stories play a role in your growth?

Counting the Cost
Luke 14:25-33

1. What’s something in life that you began but didn’t finish?

2. In what ways do these parables illustrate an important aspect of following Jesus?

3. What are some difficulties you’ve experienced as a follower of Jesus?

4. How can comfort get in the way of following Jesus?

5. Does bearing your cross look the same for every Christian? What does it look like for you?

Parable of Talents

Matthew 25:14-30

1. What are some of the valuable assets God has entrusted to you?

2. What have you done to expand or enhance what God has entrusted to you?

3. What is the best thing you’ve ever done with your money?

4. What risks do you wish you had taken but didn’t?