Charles Spurgeon Commentary Luke 13:18

"He said therefore, Unto what is the kingdom of God like? and whereunto shall I liken it?" — Luke 13:18 (ASV)

Then said He, Unto what is the kingdom of God like? and whereunto shall I resemble it?

For people learn much from resemblances, and the things that are seen are frequently helpful to us in seeking to set forth the things that are not seen. Knowing that God is one in all that He has done, we are often able to learn from one part of His works to understand another.

What, then, is God's kingdom like? Is it like a mighty army marching with banners and trumpets? No. Is it like the raging sea, rolling onward and sweeping everything before it? No; in any case, it is not visibly so.

Then said he,

They were in a receptive state for hearing, having been rendered attentive by their admiration for his miraculous work and his wondrous word.