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Matthew 13:23

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
But he that received seed into the good ground is he that heareth the word, and understandeth it; which also beareth fruit, and bringeth forth, some an hundredfold, some sixty, some thirty.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

But the seed that lands in good soil? That's someone who actually listens to God's message and gets it. They don't just hear it, they understand it, live it out, and watch it grow into something amazing. Some people see incredible results, others see good results, but everyone who really receives it will see their life produce something beautiful.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

When you truly hear and understand God's word, your life becomes fertile ground for something incredible to grow.

📚 Historical Context

In the first century, Jesus often taught using parables drawn from everyday life in agrarian Galilee, where farming was central to the culture, to help people understand spiritual truths about the Kingdom of God. This verse concludes the Parable of the Sower, where Jesus explains that the "good ground" represents individuals who hear the word, comprehend it deeply, and allow it to take root in their lives. The emphasis on bearing fruit in varying amounts reflects the biblical theme of spiritual productivity based on faithful reception of God's message.

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