Charles Spurgeon Commentary Luke 8:14

"And that which fell among the thorns, these are they that have heard, and as they go on their way they are choked with cares and riches and pleasures of [this] life, and bring no fruit to perfection." — Luke 8:14 (ASV)

How many we have of that sort! They do continue somewhat longer than the others, yet they get choked after all.