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Others fell on the rocky ground, where it had little soil, and immediately it sprang up, because it had no depth of soil.
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The Danger of a Shallow Faith
Commentators describe the rocky ground as representing people with shallow character or 'hearts of stone.' They may show initial enthusiasm for the gospel, but because the message is received superficially without deep 'heart-work,' the impression does not last. It's a faith without deep roots.
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19th Century
Baptist
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17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And some fell on stony ground The word was preached to some persons who had hearts of stone, and which remained so:<…
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Presbyterian
This parable contained instruction so important that all capable of hearing were obligated to pay attention to it. There are many things it is impo…
