06 Ears that Hear, Eyes that See

EARS THAT HEAR, EYES THAT SEE
TEXT: Mt. 13:30-50; Mk. 4:26-29 & Selected passages

SUMMARY: The parables accompany the announcement of Christ’s kingdom by addressing the various attitudes of the human heart that are revealed in response to it.

I. THE ATTITUDE OF NEGLECT.
A. Prophecy Fulfilled.
B. Addressing indifference.

II. THE ATTITUDE OF PRESUMPTION.
A. The prevalence of presumption.
B. Scripture ― written to whom?
C. Parables to the presumptuous.

III. THE ATTITUDE OF DIRECT OPPOSITION.
A. Enemies in the Church?
B. The master enemy.