Every farmer knows that the condition of the soil will affect the outcome of a crop. The same is true spiritually. The condition of your heart determines the direction of your life. So listen to Jesus' parable...and then look closer at your heart.
Looking at the life of Jesus through the eyes of those who were there provided Luke an opportunity to learn about our Savior. If we hope to grow at being like Jesus today we need to gain insight through his pen as well.