Power Point

Part 4 Developing good soil mark 4(1-20)

 

Recap: The first three types of soils

1. The hard-packed path represents the times when we have a hard heart.

 

2. The shallow earth over rock represents the times when we have a shallow heart.

 

3. The soil with thorns represents the times when there is a softness and depth but we have distracted hearts.

 

Interesting Point: The first three types of soil don’t ever produce lasting fruit.

 

I. As Christian’s our goal is to bear fruit for Christ!

John 15:8

Colossians 1:10

 

1. When we bear fruit we glorify God.

 

2. When we bear fruit God utilizes us for good works.

Ephesians 2:10

 

3. When we bear fruit we show our dedication for God.

 

4. When we bear fruit we grow in wisdom.

 

II. Inspection Time:

Psalm 139:23-24

Matthew 12:33

 

1. We must examine our hearts.

 

2. We must remove the bad stuff out of our heart.

 

3. We have to remember Satan is always on the attack.

1 Peter 5:8

 

III. Reaping Time

1. External Fruit:

A. Evangelism

B. Compassion for others

C. Encouraging others

D. Praising God

E. Giving

2. Internal Fruit:

Galatians 5:22-23

A. Love

B. Joy

C. Peace

D. Patience

E. Kindness

F. Goodness

G. Faithfulness

H. Gentleness

I. Self-Control

 

IV. Application Time:

1. Make your goal to bear fruit!

 

2. Continually examine and tend to the soil of your heart!

 

3. Bear Fruit.

 

4. Don’t give up when it gets hard.

 

Final Thought: Your goal is to make progress every day of your life.