Mark 4:15-18

15The seed that fell on the footpath represents those who hear the message, only to have Satan come at once and take it away.

16The seed on the rocky soil represents those who hear the message and immediately receive it with joy.

17But since they don’t have deep roots, they don’t last long. They fall away as soon as they have problems or are persecuted for believing God’s word.

18The seed that fell among the thorns represents others who hear God’s word,