Bearing Kingdom Fruit: The parable of the sower and the seed is an oft-misunderstood parable. While many believe it directed toward unbelievers and their response to the Word, Jesus directs it at those who already know God, his covenant people. It is a parable about the diverse ways that God's people apply the truth to their lives, and the awful consequence of not handling it correctly. How are you handling the truth God has given you?