Treasury of Scripture Knowledge
Mark 4:28 Cross-References
Explore 17 cross-references for Mark 4:28 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Mark chapter 4 verse 28 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“For the earth bringeth forth fruit of herself; first the blade, then the ear, after that the full corn in the ear.”
Mark 4:28 (KJV)
Commentary on Mark 4:28
Jesus describes growth stages: 'For the earth bringeth forth fruit of herself; first the blade, then the ear, after that the full corn in the ear.' The phrase 'of herself' (αὐτομάτη, automatē—automatically, spontaneously) emphasizes soil's inherent productivity when seed is planted. Growth progresses through stages: 'blade' (χόρτον, tender shoot), 'ear' (στάχυν, head of grain), 'full corn' (πλήρης σῖτος, mature grain). This teaches gradual, progressive sanctification—spiritual growth occurs in stages, not instantaneously. Wise ministry recognizes and respects developmental stages, not demandin...
Source: KJV Study Commentary
Cross-References for Mark 4:28
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“that your love may abound yet more and more in knowledge and all discernment;”
“Yahweh will appear. He will come to us like the rain”
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“then the darnel weeds appeared also.”
“that he who began a good work in you will complete it until the day of Jesus Christ.”
“to please him in all respects”
“and toward all men”
“yet so that man can't find out the work that God has done from the beginning even to the end.”
“and as the garden causes the things that are sown in it to spring forth; so the Lord Yahweh will cause righteousness and praise to spring forth before all the nations.”
“and a time for every purpose under heaven:”