Read Matthew 13:1--30 Plant the Word Deep Within Yourself In the parable of the sower, Jesus says that some seed falls on stony ground. The plant grows fast, but when the sun hits it, the plant withers. Here is the interpretation, 20 But he who received the seed on stony places, this is he who hears the word and immediately receives it with joy; 21 yet he has no root in himself, but endures only for a while. For when tribulation or persecution arises because of the word, immediately he stumbles (Mat. 13:20, 21). Notice that Jesus says tribulation or persecution will arise because of the word. Be prepared for it right now, my friends. It is going to happen. You have received the word. Therefore, you are going to be attacked. It will come from likely and unlikely sources. Be prepared for it. The best preparation is to take the word of God deep within your soul. Do this by meditating on it daily. Don Ruhl Church of Christ 220 NE Savage Street Grants Pass, Oregon 97526-1310 541-476-3100 http://www.plymouth-church.com/dons_corner2.html http://associate.com/groups/emaildevotionals/