Green Thumb: The Good Stuff

1. What’s one thing that stood out to you from this series or today’s message–a phrase, a story? Why?

2. Read Mark 4:13-20, Why do you think Jesus emphasized the importance of “hearing” the word so many times in this parable? What’s the difference between hearing and truly listening?

3. In the message, we heard how good soil doesn’t happen by accident, it’s cultivated. What does “cultivating your heart” look like in your everyday life? What spiritual practices help you stay open and receptive to God’s word?

4. Garry shared a story about Kamal and how someone sharing the gospel impacted generations. Has someone ever shared “truth” with you that changed your life? Is there someone God might be prompting you to talk to or encourage this week?

5. What’s one area of your life where you want to see more growth or fruit? What would it look like to invite God to cultivate that area?

This week, think about some ways you can “listen differently” to God this week–maybe with more intentionality, humility, or openness.