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.