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Mark 4:26 Cross-References
Explore 20 cross-references for Mark 4:26 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Mark chapter 4 verse 26 to related passages throughout the Bible.
The Parable of the Growing Seed
“And he said, So is the kingdom of God, as if a man should cast seed into the ground;”
Mark 4:26 (KJV)
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Commentary on Mark 4:26
Jesus introduces another kingdom parable: 'So is the kingdom of God, as if a man should cast seed into the ground.' This parable (unique to Mark) emphasizes seed's inherent power and mysterious growth independent of human effort. The farmer sows seed—representing gospel proclamation—then resumes normal life. The focus shifts from sower to seed's mysterious germination and growth. This teaches that conversion and sanctification result from God's power in His word, not human technique or effort. Ministers plant and water, but God gives growth (1 Corinthians 3:6-7). The parable encourages patient...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Mark 4:26
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“saying”
“I have planted”
“not of corruptible seed”
“Now the parable is this: The seed is the word of God.”
“And the fruit of righteousness is sown in peace of them that make peace.”
“who send out the feet of the ox and the donkey.”
“and gathers fruit to eternal life; that both he who sows and he who reaps may rejoice together.”
“He that observeth the wind shall not sow; and he that regardeth the clouds shall not reap.”