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CHOKED OUT

Luke 8:14 & 15
"14 And that which fell among thorns are they, which, when they have heard, go forth, and are choked with cares and riches and pleasures of this life, and bring no fruit to perfection.
15 But that on the good ground are they, which in an honest and good heart, having heard the word, keep it, and bring forth fruit with patience."

The Disciples didn't understand and asked what is the meaning of this parable? It is about the sower, the seed and the soil. It's about God's Garden... Jesus explains in detail; The seed is the word of God. The stark reality of FAITH; not everyone who gets it... keeps it! 

Jesus continued His explanation in today's verses; "And that which fell among thorns are they, which, when they have heard, go forth, and are CHOKED with CARES and RICHES and PLEASURES of this life, and bring no fruit to perfection." This one has to grab our attention! This describes our society and culture to a tee. We have so many PLEASURES to distract us. We have RICHES that allow us to pursue CARES beyond our wildest dreams. We are aggressively distracted from The Word of God. It is expected that our FAITH will be CHOKED OUT!

UNLESS we actively work to be GOOD GROUND, the verse continues; "But that on the GOOD GROUND are they, which in an honest and good heart, having heard the word, keep it, and bring forth fruit with PATIENCE." Christ is patience. Notice that GOOD GROUND doesn't make it possible for the seed to grow. The seed grows wherever it lands. AND, the seed needs the opportunity to take root and needs nourishment and protection. It needs care. All of that care comes from Jesus. Jesus's love for sinners. We might not understand but the Holy Ghost unlocks our minds and understanding of Jesus's teaching.  The purpose is to communicate to the people open to the message.  God allows enough light to find Him if you are looking for Him. Shine the light for all to see. 
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