WHY SOME WHO PROFESS FAITH IN CHRIST FALL AWAY

Is it enough to receive the gospel joyfully? No, declares the parable of the sower (Matthew 13:3-23), the Bible demands a sterner test. Here we review those symbolised by the hardened soil of the pathway and the shallow soil that deprives the seed of moisture and move on to consider in depth those who profess faith  but live for material wealth and personal comfort rather than Christ.