Why Does Jesus REALLY Speak in Parables? | Mark 4 | Beyond the Words

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It's hard to understand. Things don't make sense.
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In this new series called "Beyond the Words," I'm going to reveal for you the history, context, and other details that will bring scripture to life in an entirely new way, and help you feel like you can understand it as never before.
This week, we're going to look closely at Mark 4. In this chapter, you'll learn things like:
- Are We Supposed to Understand Parables?
- What the Parable of the Sower/Seeds Really Means
- What Jesus means when he says "whoever has will be given more"
- And more!
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[@thefirstMrsLankton]

@@BrandonRobbinsMinistry Br. B. you have studied and explained things in your teachings that I have pondered most of my adult faith life. Your emphasis on culture, language, history and the individuals in the time of Jesus and before, takes me far beyond the Bible to new places and ideas. It is my pleasure to be a part of your ministry. Thank you for your wonderful lessons and prayers. Those prayers can warm an old heart.

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Faith is not always easy for those of us that believe but the Chosen and your commentaries have shown the beauty of God in a new and marvelous way. Thanks!

[@ripper12322]

Yoh that part when you said "when Jesus looks at you and says you still dont have enough faith" - Oh man hit me hard, we had a MightyMen meeting in South Africa 3 months ago which I was at. And my friend who I went with who has child like faith was called upon by the Holy Spirit with 3 other gentleman to pray over a old man who was in a wheelchair. This old man literally didnt have any hips and he got up and walked after powerful prayers over him. It happened right in front of me and even the circumstances leading to us sitting where we were was a miracle in itself. Praise Jesus and just as you said here even witnessing things like this there are times when worry hits me and I look inward to sort out my issues and Jesus says "Hey, keep your eyes on me" Ah man I just love the Lord so much and I am so grateful even when my faith lacks I will keep running back to my Heavenly Father! Thank you for your words brother!

[@BrandonRobbinsMinistry]

What a powerful testimony! Praise God!

[@marybramble6688]

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Thank you so much! I’m so glad you’re finding the videos helpful!

[@kathybuckley4874]

Thank you so much for staying with your videos I learn so much and go through things you have and go throw as well. Thank you so much for sharing and Especially letting us know that Jesus forgives when we do fall back in our faith and need his help again and always thank you so very much that Jesus sent you to the ones that need your wisdom, And encouragement in anything that God would like you to help us with

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@@BrandonRobbinsMinistry You are wonderfully gifted..! May God bless & use you more and more for His glory....👏👏👏

[@tugatgalut]

@@kathybuckley4874 The new Messiah from Israel wrote more than 200 parables. The Rabbis sent him to exile. Try the book 'More Parables' by Stephan Attia, he was greater than Jesus. 🙏 Namaste

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[@kristie6589]

Oh my brother Brandon, I can so see in my mind now Jesus dropping the mic!!! 🤣 your true honesty about "knowing EXACTLY what it all means" and admitting we can't" is BEAUTIFUL!! Especially for a Pastor to admit! But let's face it HE SAID WE WOULD NOT! We can try our best but our spirits NEED to grow. I suppose better put, we need to let them grow! But we can read it 100 times before that Revaluation may hit us!! And you FINALLY get to (OH THAT'S WHAT THAT MEANS) is awesome to me!! Thanks again for a wonderful video and explaining so we all can better understand! SEED, PLANT, HARVEST, (not only everything we eat, touch, see,, and WE, came through that law)!! GLORY BE TO GOD! God Bless 🙏❣

[@Awakeningspirit20]

8:21 you're absolutely right here... I up until not long ago used to claim that the Bible was "illegible" in English, it simply couldn't be read or understood... then I watched "The Chosen". Then I began to want to get into my Gospels and Bible. Suddenly I'm now able to look in my cherished Gideons New Testament and be blown away at not just how "legible" it is, but how it speaks EXACTLY to my situation and life. Praise God now and forever.

[@darlenekoop2634]

Thank you Brandon, for allowing God to use you ... God spoke to me through this video!! Hallelujah!

[@adideles7977]

I love how you explain the word of God. Thank you!

[@annagattellari85]

I Love how you explain the Bibles .the word of God yhankyou ❤️

[@sawilliams]

Before the Holy Spirit got me, the Bible was just a bunch of words and confusing stories, but now its a voice that speaks to me.

[@tendaishelissy6170]

Oh Brandon, since I started listening and following your channel and teachings, I now can testify that I have a better understanding of the bible. And for that, I humbly thank you for this gift. May he continue to bless you at every point of your needs

[@BrandonRobbinsMinistry]

That' brings me so much joy to hear! I truly feel blessed to be part of what God is doing in your life.

[@ingridreid494]

I love your teaching. I've learnt so much more. Thank you. God bless from South Africa.

[@eireanneruss2311]

Faith that DRIVES us to action... THAT must be what James was talking about when he said, "Faith without works is dead..."

[@coleenallen8345]

Thank you Pastor Robbins.. The seeds you are planting today with this message is taking root in my heart as you speak - or can I say the Holy Spirit is interpreting your words to reach my heart (convictions). Bless you, in His precious Nsme.

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What a gift you are, I listened the other day that you was thinking about quitting but now “The Chosen” came out, this has given you a voice to help all of us to understand the Bible, what a gift you are taken a part in, God didn’t want you to quit 🥰 Thank You for hanging in there and now your gifts have come at just the right time 🙏🏼 God is Good 🥰 none of us who are not Jewish really understand these messages, so Thank You for all the clarity about the Bible, so true I do not understand everything Jesus is saying most of the time, you have opened my eyes along with this great show “The Chosen”, I wish I could get my adult children to watch just the movie, I’ve bought the DVD’s and some clothes hopefully they see and check it out 🙏🏼 I’ve also paid it forward, I believe God will open the eyes of all of us and my children, Especially during these trying times with the virus and this administration🙏🏼 who is trying to destroy Christianity ✝️

[@kathycagg6531]

Thank you for this deep dive into the parables. Just hearing shema also means obey clarified that parable. Seems so much value is held in knowledge of the language and the culture of the day. I really appreciate your teaching!

[@johnkthompsonis]

I asked my wife what kind of soil she was - it didn’t go well. I’ll have her watch your video first, then will ask her again.

[@johnkthompsonis]

Explanation really is important.

[@rosavalles8928]

Thank you Brandon for that explanation of Mark 4. May the Lord continue to bless you and your family always!!! ❤️🙏🙌🏼👍

[@shawnwoods6423]

Never bfore did i understand that the receptive soil would depend on the type of seed..wat a revelation thank u Brandon

[@noradorsey6901]

I know what you mean, I have always focused on the soil type, not the seed!🙂

[@Finerobin00]

Brandon you touch my spirit with your words and message every time you send out these messages. I guess I haven’t look deep into things the way you explain it so clearly. I cry in my spirit every time I hear you. 😊 Thank you

[@BrandonRobbinsMinistry]

I'm so glad it blesses you!

[@jokersblackbook1792]

Love how the Holy Spirit uses u to open my eyes ears an heart n Jesus Name Amen!!!

[@sammyosifeso]

I'm super blessed by this message. The part when you talked about after God had answered your prayers and you've seen mighty workings of the holy spirit and God still asks you, "do you have faith", it's like you were talking to me. Last year, I passed through a lot, I lost my mum the previous years, lost a lot of money, my laptop was stolen and I didn't have any means to pay my school fees, I was almost depressed if not for people around me God used for me and funny enough, God came through in a miraculous way that I could never imagine. Similar thing happened this year, no means to pay school fees, I was owing my rent and there was a business I entered into with some people that didn't go well and I ran into debt. I was almost doubting God cause I didn't know what else I could do or where I could look to, coupled with all of these was the fact that because of my greed, I was duped and I had to sell my phone to pay the debt. Since then I just put my trust in God and he surprised my family and I in a very big way and as I speak, I'm writing this testimony with a new phone. This is is just a few of the great things God has done in my life this year and it reminds me of a passage in I think Hebrews where it said, "...if we are faithless, he's ever faithful..." I really need to repent from everytime I've not had faith and as you said, give him our all and by so doing, more would be added. Thank you Mr Brandon. I really appreciate sir. God bless you.

[@noradorsey6901]

Beautifully presented, Brandon! Wonderful reminder to hear and obey. TY!

[@trevorjameson3213]

Thank you for explaining these parables, it all makes sense now. I've read them many times and sort of understood them, but not entirely or at a deeper level. Much of what Jesus said when he was teaching is so deep that it goes right over my head sometimes. Thankfully, there are people like you, who the Holy Spirit is using, to teach us these deeper things that Jesus was teaching us.

[@ilovegodandjesusjohn316]

Proverbs 11:19 As righteousness tendeth to life: so he that pursueth evil pursueth it to his own death.

[@alvinaawong357]

Aloha from Hawaii 🙋 ❤ thank you again Brother Brandon for this teaching on the Parables. Truly a blessing and revelation. ❤ 🙋

[@sekhem313]

Brain blowing- your jewel of a voice is THE exclusive that Bypasses the current global yelling of all others about the current crucifixion of the church. MEGA THNKS!

[@s.bolton1539]

Totally agree. I don’t understand why yelling is necessary!

[@cindykassab]

"The water provided a natural amplification." WOW!!!. I never thought about that.

[@michaeldonnawilliams8613]

I've watched many of your teaching Brandon and this one really answered question about the Those that have more. I know now I will because Yeshua has been expanding HIS KINGDOM in my life and the life of my family. So good. Thank you for teaching.

[@nursequeen2100]

Brandon gives us historical context which I believe is essential! I am understanding my Bible so much more deeply, which is so important to drawing closer to my Lord.

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I've learned something from everyone of your teachings, and it has all been of a blessing to me. But this time, this moved me like never before. Thank you so much for letting the Lord move you to bring this message to all who would hear it. God bless you and praise be to God.

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You have opened the Bible to my eyes in a whole new light. Keep doing what you do my friend. God Bless!

[@silverforest4682]

Just what I needed today. Thank you for putting the enthusiasm back into the Word.

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Thank you Brandon for making the word of Jesus real. Hearing from Switzerland today thank you 👍🏽❤️❤️❤️❤️🇨🇭🇨🇭🇨🇭

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Thank you very much for all of your lectures. You have greatly helped me to grow in my faith and understand the Bible. I have a long way to go but having stumbled on your lectures have helped me so much. Please do not stop, you are helping so many people grow in their love for Jesus. Thank you

[@reubenmckay]

This is the first time I've heard the parable of the sower explained this way and it suddenly makes so much more sense!

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I just watched last night The Chosen where Dallas did a lot of talking and interviewed one of the actors plus a documentary! It was great! Thank you for supporting and explaining further what happens in this series on Jesus Christ! God bless!✝️🙏❤

[@linda.brotherton1689]

Thank you very much Pastor. You explain as your Savior did. Simple and effective

[@Leonardokite]

It was amazing how many times the disciples said to Yeshua, now we know you are the Messiah, the son of God. Yet they did not really get it until they received the Holy Spirit. We are blessed to have the Holy Spirit dwelling with us. I love your teaching Brandon. I have subscribed!

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It’s quite interesting that we should not only use our hearing but to be blessed with our listening! Thank you 🙏🏽 Brandon for explaining this in a simpler and more expanded way

[@mariaguinea2490]

Thank you so much, Brandon!!! As others subscribers, I've found you after seeing The Chosen, I love this show! I am roman catholic, used to read the Scriptures, and always trying to follow Jesus in my every day life. As a christian, I find your videos about the show amazing and I am learning more with them about juifs culture and traditions. I feel you a brother in faith, loving Jesus, loving the Bible... Today, more tan ever, I feel the need of the real union between all christians, we pray for it every day. Thanks a lot again, greetings from Spain! God bless you and your family! 🙏 (I hope you'll understand my imperfect English!)

[@BrandonRobbinsMinistry]

Hi, Maria. Thank you so much for your note. I definitely understand your English! :-) I love that the Holy Spirit can connect us all around the world through this show!

[@magmusau2245]

Yes total Catholic n loving him! Thanks for honoring

[@tugatgalut]

The new Messiah from Israel wrote more than 200 parables. The Rabbis sent him to exile. Try the book 'More Parables' by Stephan Attia, he was greater than Jesus. 🙏 Namaste

[@liriadavila4950]

Thank you again , reading the Bible and listening to you helped me a lot in this journey about learning the Word of God, the gospel of Jesus. Blessings

[@BrandonRobbinsMinistry]

That's so wonderful! Praying for your continued journey as you study God's word and grow in your relationship with Jesus!

[@anthonypolizze4059]

Brother Brandon You are an inspiration! Thank you for sharing in the way you do. We are all called for something in this world and we all hope we can do a good job for our awesome God. We enter Heaven through the narrow gate not by works but by Faith. You have a gift of teaching and inspiring! May Jesus see us all walk out on the water over the waves running to him with open arms one day without any doubt or fear. Bless you

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Thank you for the clear and beautiful explanation, I feel this is something God wanted me to hear today. i've been watching your videos for some time, and I just subscribed to your channel. Thank God for your calling and you for 'hearing' it in faith.

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I'm so glad that God spoke to you through it! Thank you for subscribing!

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Last week i surrendered my pride and joy: stepped down as lay preacher. Didn't feeli could teach what at the moment i cannot believe. Did not think i was authentic or believable for such a high calling. Today this inspired me to share the gospel with people outside of church. Waiting at a till, waiting for transport, whatever. How can i be a light to others. Thank you.

[@BrandonRobbinsMinistry]

Wow. Praise God. I'm so glad that the Lord was able to use this to impact you, and others through you.

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Yes, i want to hear Jesus. God bless

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Thank you Brandon for a beautiful video. I AM READY.

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Matthew 6:7 “But when ye pray, use not vain repetitions, as the heathen do: for they think that they shall be heard for their much speaking.”

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I give Thanks to God for you 💗🙏🙏💗🕊️🦋

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Jesus healed me when i was a toddler although i do not remember it. My Mom did and told me what had happened. I was born prematurely, i was 3 lbs 5 oz at birth and healthy in most ways. When i started growing older however her doctor noticed that my spine was severely misaligned, i had a hard time learning to sit up and could not do it without being held. By the time i was 15 months old while most children at that age are walking, i was still struggling to crawl. At this point her doctor was suggesting surgery with the risk of me either needing a back brace at the least or being in a wheelchair for the rest of my life at the worst if it did not work. We took a trip to New York to visit my Grandparents and they during that trip brought my parents and i to their church on a Sunday Morning. The Pastor during his sermon saw my Mom and me and asked her to come up front so she did with me in her arms. According to her he told her to put me down on the floor which she did and he starting praying along with other members of the church. She told me after not talking a step or even standing upright by myself, all of a sudden i stood up and ran to my Grandfather, not walked, ran to him. Jesus had healed me and everyone starting singing and praising God. She said it was like a bolt of electricity had gone through me. When we returned home, her doctor was astonished to find out that my spine was completely normal. I thank God for healing me even through i have no memory of it because of my age then.

[@BrandonRobbinsMinistry]

Oh wow. What an amazing story. Praise God for your healing!

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Praise God Hallelujah for the Lord our God almighty 🙏🙏 God bless you 🙏🙏

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Amen!

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Thank you Brandon! I always learn so much from you.

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Truth! Amen brother!

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Love this! I hope you finish this book and continue. Your insights are priceless!

[@jeannekinkade7367]

Thanks!

[@BornagainE]

Outstanding teacher!!

[@petervogel2350]

This presentation tells me something new: Readiness to receive the word has to come as a gift of God through His Holy Spirit.

[@MissJasmine313]

This helps alot. Thank you so much!

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Thank you!

[@TruthEli]

Based. God Bless ❤

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Thank you!!!

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Sooo powerful

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The Lord is certainly working through you. You are absolutely wonderful in Jesus. I love your ministry. Thank you.

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Amen!! Alot of great information. Thank you!

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Another great teaching! Thank you!

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I absolutely love your youtube channel. I have learned so much. Thank you

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That was beautiful.

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Thank you so much for these messages!

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Thank you 💙

[@BigD8404]

You're such a great teacher!!!!!!!!!

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Brandon thank you for such a great and simple explanación !!!!!

[@elizabethmathew9730]

Truly blessed explanation

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Great job thank you 🙏🏻🔥

[@hemalfonseka2676]

Brandon that was a wonderful word of God thanks God bless you.

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I loved this! Thank you Brandon. God bless you always.

[@wenburke7974]

Perfect msg😊😊😊😊

[@nhartigan72]

So many of them rejected what he was teaching. He confused them even more using parables. Those whose hearts & minds were open & desiring to know & follow God's way (his way), they would think hard on those parables, they would week him for understanding, whereas the others would hear it & just move on. A lot of Christians today are close minded, hard hearted, not actually seeking or listening to God.

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We love your insight and ability to get to the point! Thank you so very much for your efforts on behalf of the kingdom of God!

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Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!❤

[@tinavaughn6267]

Thank you giving us insight. Please keep it coming!!!

[@abrammatjila449]

Wow .Brandon thank you so much❤

[@greeneyesshow]

Hello Brandon, God Bless you Brother.

[@nialkelly7582]

Okay :) Great teaching, Brandon! ... subscribed and notified; Thank you, Lord!

[@mariagsaad3457]

Brandon, how beautiful you explained each passage of the Gospels. Than you so much for praying for us.

[@rowenamcmahon5764]

Excellent! Thank you and may God bless you and everyone here ...Amen 🙏🙏🙏

[@dieuselpaul7066]

Thank you for your obedience

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THANK YOU YOU ARE DOING A GREAT JOB!!

[@beckyhayward7635]

Thank you l enjoy listening to you God bless you Brandon❤️🙏

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Thank you, Brandon.

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I really enjoy and learn from your videos.

[@pa_layman6907]

Thank you, Brandon, for making these videos.

[@dixierockholt4592]

Great commentary of these parables. Thank you! Look forward to more videos for m you.

[@beentheredonethat5908]

I am so late, but happy to be here! I'm learning so fast, playing catch up and enjoying every minute! Thank you and please keep them coming!

[@mamirr3273]

Hallelujah, The Kingdom of God reigns!!!

[@annescholl420]

Answering to the call! I love the way that you bring the Word to life! 🙏🥰

[@marybriseno436]

Thank you for explaining things to me. Your a blessing.

[@nancytharp8213]

Thanks for sharing 🙏 😎 🏖 🏝

[@godschild7643]

Lovely, powerful message, brother Brandon! You have a real gift for teaching that is desperately needed in the body of Christ. God bless you!