LCS Discipleship AREA 01 Journey "The Soil"
START
The first Area we are going to explore is what we call “The Soil.” It is inspired by a parable Jesus taught in Luke 8:4-15 that illustrates a farmer who scattered seed in his field. Some seeds fell on the footpath, others on rocky soil, some among the thorns, and others on fertile soil. After teaching this parable publicly, Jesus explained it to His disciples privately. Take a few moments to read the passage by clicking the arrow…
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Luke 8:4-10 // NLT
"One day Jesus told a story in the form of a parable to a large crowd that had gathered from many towns to hear him: ‘A farmer went out to plant his seed. As he scattered it across his field, some seed fell on a footpath, where it was stepped on, and the birds ate it. Other seed fell among rocks. It began to grow, but the plant soon wilted and died for lack of moisture. Other seed fell among thorns that grew up with it and choked out the tender plants. Still other seed fell on fertile soil. This seed grew and produced a crop that was a hundred times as much as had been planted!’ When he had said this, he called out, ‘Anyone with ears to hear should listen and understand.'" "His disciples asked him what this parable meant. He replied, 'You are permitted to understand the secrets of the Kingdom of God. But I use parables to teach the others so that the Scriptures might be fulfilled: ‘When they look, they won’t really see. When they hear, they won’t understand.'"
VS 11-15
Luke 8:11-15 // NLT
"This is the meaning of the parable: The seed is God’s word. The seeds that fell on the footpath represent those who hear the message, only to have the devil come and take it away from their hearts and prevent them from believing and being saved. The seeds on the rocky soil represent those who hear the message and receive it with joy. But since they don’t have deep roots, they believe for a while, then they fall away when they face temptation. The seeds that fell among the thorns represent those who hear the message, but all too quickly the message is crowded out by the cares and riches and pleasures of this life. And so they never grow into maturity. And the seeds that fell on the good soil represent honest, good-hearted people who hear God’s word, cling to it, and patiently produce a huge harvest."
NEXT
The “seed” in Jesus’ illustration is God’s Word shared generously with everyone. The four soils represent four different postures to His Word – you may have heard them referred to as “heart soils” or “heart postures.” We are starting in the heart because the things that compete for your time, attention, and affections can impact your posture to the love of God. God cares deeply about the things that affect your heart – the joys, sorrows, trials, temptations, and wounds that are a part of our lives. In the same way, we care about the condition of your heart and want to understand where you are in relation to God.
NEXT
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The first decision always makes a difference. In Genially, that decision is not limited to a simple “click”: it opens paths and possibilities that enrich the experience. When a user chooses, they not only progress in the content but also feel that they are building their own journey.
This approach is key in corporate environments because it allows customizing the experience without designing different materials. A single Genially can be multiplied into several, with itineraries tailored to roles, interests, or levels of knowledge.
Case A
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This approach is key in corporate environments because it allows customizing the experience without designing different materials. A single Genially can be multiplied into several, with itineraries tailored to roles, interests, or levels of knowledge.
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This approach is key in corporate environments because it allows customizing the experience without designing different materials. A single Genially can be multiplied into several, with itineraries tailored to roles, interests, or levels of knowledge.
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This approach is key in corporate environments because it allows customizing the experience without designing different materials. A single Genially can be multiplied into several, with itineraries tailored to roles, interests, or levels of knowledge.
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This approach is key in corporate environments because it allows customizing the experience without designing different materials. A single Genially can be multiplied into several, with itineraries tailored to roles, interests, or levels of knowledge.
Case A
Subtitle
This approach is key in corporate environments because it allows customizing the experience without designing different materials. A single Genially can be multiplied into several, with itineraries tailored to roles, interests, or levels of knowledge.
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This approach is key in corporate environments because it allows customizing the experience without designing different materials. A single Genially can be multiplied into several, with itineraries tailored to roles, interests, or levels of knowledge.
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This approach is key in corporate environments because it allows customizing the experience without designing different materials. A single Genially can be multiplied into several, with itineraries tailored to roles, interests, or levels of knowledge.
Case A
Subtitle
This approach is key in corporate environments because it allows customizing the experience without designing different materials. A single Genially can be multiplied into several, with itineraries tailored to roles, interests, or levels of knowledge.
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This approach is key in corporate environments because it allows customizing the experience without designing different materials. A single Genially can be multiplied into several, with itineraries tailored to roles, interests, or levels of knowledge.
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This approach is key in corporate environments because it allows customizing the experience without designing different materials. A single Genially can be multiplied into several, with itineraries tailored to roles, interests, or levels of knowledge.
Case A
Subtitle
This approach is key in corporate environments because it allows customizing the experience without designing different materials. A single Genially can be multiplied into several, with itineraries tailored to roles, interests, or levels of knowledge.
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This approach is key in corporate environments because it allows customizing the experience without designing different materials. A single Genially can be multiplied into several, with itineraries tailored to roles, interests, or levels of knowledge.
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One start, many destinations
With a single question, interactivity opens the door to different paths. Thus, each person can progress along the path that makes the most sense to them. This is the power of branching: transforming linear content into a flexible and personalized experience.
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The first decision always makes a difference. In Genially, that decision is not limited to a simple “click”: it opens paths and possibilities that enrich the experience. When a user chooses, they not only progress in the content but also feel that they are building their own journey.
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The first decision always makes a difference. In Genially, that decision is not limited to a simple “click”: it opens paths and possibilities that enrich the experience. When a user chooses, they not only progress in the content but also feel that they are building their own journey.
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The first decision always makes a difference. In Genially, that decision is not limited to a simple “click”: it opens paths and possibilities that enrich the experience. When a user chooses, they not only progress in the content but also feel that they are building their own journey.
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The first decision always makes a difference. In Genially, that decision is not limited to a simple “click”: it opens paths and possibilities that enrich the experience. When a user chooses, they not only progress in the content but also feel that they are building their own journey.
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The first decision always makes a difference. In Genially, that decision is not limited to a simple “click”: it opens paths and possibilities that enrich the experience. When a user chooses, they not only progress in the content but also feel that they are building their own journey.
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The first decision always makes a difference. In Genially, that decision is not limited to a simple “click”: it opens paths and possibilities that enrich the experience. When a user chooses, they not only progress in the content but also feel that they are building their own journey.
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The first decision always makes a difference. In Genially, that decision is not limited to a simple “click”: it opens paths and possibilities that enrich the experience. When a user chooses, they not only progress in the content but also feel that they are building their own journey.
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The first decision always makes a difference. In Genially, that decision is not limited to a simple “click”: it opens paths and possibilities that enrich the experience. When a user chooses, they not only progress in the content but also feel that they are building their own journey.
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The first decision always makes a difference. In Genially, that decision is not limited to a simple “click”: it opens paths and possibilities that enrich the experience. When a user chooses, they not only progress in the content but also feel that they are building their own journey.
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The first decision always makes a difference. In Genially, that decision is not limited to a simple “click”: it opens paths and possibilities that enrich the experience. When a user chooses, they not only progress in the content but also feel that they are building their own journey.
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The first decision always makes a difference. In Genially, that decision is not limited to a simple “click”: it opens paths and possibilities that enrich the experience. When a user chooses, they not only progress in the content but also feel that they are building their own journey.
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The first decision always makes a difference. In Genially, that decision is not limited to a simple “click”: it opens paths and possibilities that enrich the experience. When a user chooses, they not only progress in the content but also feel that they are building their own journey.
NEXT
The first Area we are going to explore is what we call “The Soil.” It is inspired by a parable Jesus taught in Luke 8:4-15 that illustrates a farmer who scattered seed in his field. Some seeds fell on the footpath, others on rocky soil, some among the thorns, and others on fertile soil. After teaching this parable publicly, Jesus explained it to His disciples privately. Take a few moments to read the passage by clicking the arrow…
NEXT
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“Can anything ever separate us from Christ’s love? Does it mean he no longer loves us if we have trouble or calamity, or are persecuted, or hungry, or destitute, or in danger, or threatened with death? (As the Scriptures say, “For your sake we are killed every day; we are being slaughtered like sheep.”) No, despite all these things, overwhelming victory is ours through Christ, who loved us” (NLT).
“Can anything ever separate us from Christ’s love? Does it mean he no longer loves us if we have trouble or calamity, or are persecuted, or hungry, or destitute, or in danger, or threatened with death? (As the Scriptures say, “For your sake we are killed every day; we are being slaughtered like sheep.”) No, despite all these things, overwhelming victory is ours through Christ, who loved us” (NLT).
“Can anything ever separate us from Christ’s love? Does it mean he no longer loves us if we have trouble or calamity, or are persecuted, or hungry, or destitute, or in danger, or threatened with death? (As the Scriptures say, “For your sake we are killed every day; we are being slaughtered like sheep.”) No, despite all these things, overwhelming victory is ours through Christ, who loved us” (NLT).
“Can anything ever separate us from Christ’s love? Does it mean he no longer loves us if we have trouble or calamity, or are persecuted, or hungry, or destitute, or in danger, or threatened with death? (As the Scriptures say, “For your sake we are killed every day; we are being slaughtered like sheep.”) No, despite all these things, overwhelming victory is ours through Christ, who loved us” (NLT).
“Can anything ever separate us from Christ’s love? Does it mean he no longer loves us if we have trouble or calamity, or are persecuted, or hungry, or destitute, or in danger, or threatened with death? (As the Scriptures say, “For your sake we are killed every day; we are being slaughtered like sheep.”) No, despite all these things, overwhelming victory is ours through Christ, who loved us” (NLT).
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This assessment explores the first Area of our Spiritual Formation process - "The Soil." It is inspired by the teachings of Jesus found in Luke 8:4-15.
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LCS Discipleship AREA 01 Journey "The Soil"
START
The first Area we are going to explore is what we call “The Soil.” It is inspired by a parable Jesus taught in Luke 8:4-15 that illustrates a farmer who scattered seed in his field. Some seeds fell on the footpath, others on rocky soil, some among the thorns, and others on fertile soil. After teaching this parable publicly, Jesus explained it to His disciples privately. Take a few moments to read the passage by clicking the arrow…
NEXT
Luke 8:4-10 // NLT
"One day Jesus told a story in the form of a parable to a large crowd that had gathered from many towns to hear him: ‘A farmer went out to plant his seed. As he scattered it across his field, some seed fell on a footpath, where it was stepped on, and the birds ate it. Other seed fell among rocks. It began to grow, but the plant soon wilted and died for lack of moisture. Other seed fell among thorns that grew up with it and choked out the tender plants. Still other seed fell on fertile soil. This seed grew and produced a crop that was a hundred times as much as had been planted!’ When he had said this, he called out, ‘Anyone with ears to hear should listen and understand.'" "His disciples asked him what this parable meant. He replied, 'You are permitted to understand the secrets of the Kingdom of God. But I use parables to teach the others so that the Scriptures might be fulfilled: ‘When they look, they won’t really see. When they hear, they won’t understand.'"
VS 11-15
Luke 8:11-15 // NLT
"This is the meaning of the parable: The seed is God’s word. The seeds that fell on the footpath represent those who hear the message, only to have the devil come and take it away from their hearts and prevent them from believing and being saved. The seeds on the rocky soil represent those who hear the message and receive it with joy. But since they don’t have deep roots, they believe for a while, then they fall away when they face temptation. The seeds that fell among the thorns represent those who hear the message, but all too quickly the message is crowded out by the cares and riches and pleasures of this life. And so they never grow into maturity. And the seeds that fell on the good soil represent honest, good-hearted people who hear God’s word, cling to it, and patiently produce a huge harvest."
NEXT
The “seed” in Jesus’ illustration is God’s Word shared generously with everyone. The four soils represent four different postures to His Word – you may have heard them referred to as “heart soils” or “heart postures.” We are starting in the heart because the things that compete for your time, attention, and affections can impact your posture to the love of God. God cares deeply about the things that affect your heart – the joys, sorrows, trials, temptations, and wounds that are a part of our lives. In the same way, we care about the condition of your heart and want to understand where you are in relation to God.
NEXT
Case
The first decision always makes a difference. In Genially, that decision is not limited to a simple “click”: it opens paths and possibilities that enrich the experience. When a user chooses, they not only progress in the content but also feel that they are building their own journey.
This approach is key in corporate environments because it allows customizing the experience without designing different materials. A single Genially can be multiplied into several, with itineraries tailored to roles, interests, or levels of knowledge.
Case A
Subtitle
This approach is key in corporate environments because it allows customizing the experience without designing different materials. A single Genially can be multiplied into several, with itineraries tailored to roles, interests, or levels of knowledge.
Text button
This approach is key in corporate environments because it allows customizing the experience without designing different materials. A single Genially can be multiplied into several, with itineraries tailored to roles, interests, or levels of knowledge.
Text button
This approach is key in corporate environments because it allows customizing the experience without designing different materials. A single Genially can be multiplied into several, with itineraries tailored to roles, interests, or levels of knowledge.
NEXT
This approach is key in corporate environments because it allows customizing the experience without designing different materials. A single Genially can be multiplied into several, with itineraries tailored to roles, interests, or levels of knowledge.
Case A
Subtitle
This approach is key in corporate environments because it allows customizing the experience without designing different materials. A single Genially can be multiplied into several, with itineraries tailored to roles, interests, or levels of knowledge.
Text button
This approach is key in corporate environments because it allows customizing the experience without designing different materials. A single Genially can be multiplied into several, with itineraries tailored to roles, interests, or levels of knowledge.
NEXT
This approach is key in corporate environments because it allows customizing the experience without designing different materials. A single Genially can be multiplied into several, with itineraries tailored to roles, interests, or levels of knowledge.
Case A
Subtitle
This approach is key in corporate environments because it allows customizing the experience without designing different materials. A single Genially can be multiplied into several, with itineraries tailored to roles, interests, or levels of knowledge.
Text button
This approach is key in corporate environments because it allows customizing the experience without designing different materials. A single Genially can be multiplied into several, with itineraries tailored to roles, interests, or levels of knowledge.
NEXT
This approach is key in corporate environments because it allows customizing the experience without designing different materials. A single Genially can be multiplied into several, with itineraries tailored to roles, interests, or levels of knowledge.
Case A
Subtitle
This approach is key in corporate environments because it allows customizing the experience without designing different materials. A single Genially can be multiplied into several, with itineraries tailored to roles, interests, or levels of knowledge.
Text button
This approach is key in corporate environments because it allows customizing the experience without designing different materials. A single Genially can be multiplied into several, with itineraries tailored to roles, interests, or levels of knowledge.
NEXT
NEXT
A.1.a
One start, many destinations
With a single question, interactivity opens the door to different paths. Thus, each person can progress along the path that makes the most sense to them. This is the power of branching: transforming linear content into a flexible and personalized experience.
Restart
Case
Accept
Accept
Accept
Accept
NEXT
Case
The first decision always makes a difference. In Genially, that decision is not limited to a simple “click”: it opens paths and possibilities that enrich the experience. When a user chooses, they not only progress in the content but also feel that they are building their own journey.
NEXT
Case
The first decision always makes a difference. In Genially, that decision is not limited to a simple “click”: it opens paths and possibilities that enrich the experience. When a user chooses, they not only progress in the content but also feel that they are building their own journey.
NEXT
Case
The first decision always makes a difference. In Genially, that decision is not limited to a simple “click”: it opens paths and possibilities that enrich the experience. When a user chooses, they not only progress in the content but also feel that they are building their own journey.
NEXT
Case
The first decision always makes a difference. In Genially, that decision is not limited to a simple “click”: it opens paths and possibilities that enrich the experience. When a user chooses, they not only progress in the content but also feel that they are building their own journey.
NEXT
Case
The first decision always makes a difference. In Genially, that decision is not limited to a simple “click”: it opens paths and possibilities that enrich the experience. When a user chooses, they not only progress in the content but also feel that they are building their own journey.
NEXT
Case
The first decision always makes a difference. In Genially, that decision is not limited to a simple “click”: it opens paths and possibilities that enrich the experience. When a user chooses, they not only progress in the content but also feel that they are building their own journey.
NEXT
Case
The first decision always makes a difference. In Genially, that decision is not limited to a simple “click”: it opens paths and possibilities that enrich the experience. When a user chooses, they not only progress in the content but also feel that they are building their own journey.
NEXT
Case
The first decision always makes a difference. In Genially, that decision is not limited to a simple “click”: it opens paths and possibilities that enrich the experience. When a user chooses, they not only progress in the content but also feel that they are building their own journey.
NEXT
Case
The first decision always makes a difference. In Genially, that decision is not limited to a simple “click”: it opens paths and possibilities that enrich the experience. When a user chooses, they not only progress in the content but also feel that they are building their own journey.
NEXT
Case
The first decision always makes a difference. In Genially, that decision is not limited to a simple “click”: it opens paths and possibilities that enrich the experience. When a user chooses, they not only progress in the content but also feel that they are building their own journey.
NEXT
Case
The first decision always makes a difference. In Genially, that decision is not limited to a simple “click”: it opens paths and possibilities that enrich the experience. When a user chooses, they not only progress in the content but also feel that they are building their own journey.
NEXT
Case
The first decision always makes a difference. In Genially, that decision is not limited to a simple “click”: it opens paths and possibilities that enrich the experience. When a user chooses, they not only progress in the content but also feel that they are building their own journey.
NEXT
The first Area we are going to explore is what we call “The Soil.” It is inspired by a parable Jesus taught in Luke 8:4-15 that illustrates a farmer who scattered seed in his field. Some seeds fell on the footpath, others on rocky soil, some among the thorns, and others on fertile soil. After teaching this parable publicly, Jesus explained it to His disciples privately. Take a few moments to read the passage by clicking the arrow…
NEXT
Case
Next
“Can anything ever separate us from Christ’s love? Does it mean he no longer loves us if we have trouble or calamity, or are persecuted, or hungry, or destitute, or in danger, or threatened with death? (As the Scriptures say, “For your sake we are killed every day; we are being slaughtered like sheep.”) No, despite all these things, overwhelming victory is ours through Christ, who loved us” (NLT).
“Can anything ever separate us from Christ’s love? Does it mean he no longer loves us if we have trouble or calamity, or are persecuted, or hungry, or destitute, or in danger, or threatened with death? (As the Scriptures say, “For your sake we are killed every day; we are being slaughtered like sheep.”) No, despite all these things, overwhelming victory is ours through Christ, who loved us” (NLT).
“Can anything ever separate us from Christ’s love? Does it mean he no longer loves us if we have trouble or calamity, or are persecuted, or hungry, or destitute, or in danger, or threatened with death? (As the Scriptures say, “For your sake we are killed every day; we are being slaughtered like sheep.”) No, despite all these things, overwhelming victory is ours through Christ, who loved us” (NLT).
“Can anything ever separate us from Christ’s love? Does it mean he no longer loves us if we have trouble or calamity, or are persecuted, or hungry, or destitute, or in danger, or threatened with death? (As the Scriptures say, “For your sake we are killed every day; we are being slaughtered like sheep.”) No, despite all these things, overwhelming victory is ours through Christ, who loved us” (NLT).
“Can anything ever separate us from Christ’s love? Does it mean he no longer loves us if we have trouble or calamity, or are persecuted, or hungry, or destitute, or in danger, or threatened with death? (As the Scriptures say, “For your sake we are killed every day; we are being slaughtered like sheep.”) No, despite all these things, overwhelming victory is ours through Christ, who loved us” (NLT).