Gospel Transformation note on parables
ESV Bible · 28 October 2026 · Version
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The same passage with the ESV Gospel Transformation Study Bible selected. A single note on Mark 4:1–34 explains why Jesus speaks in parables, with a link to Isa. 6:9–10, and says the kingdom's growth "appears outwardly unremarkable, at least initially".
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iOS capture, 28 October 2026. Existing account or guest state; not installation defaults. Captured sequence may have gaps. OS previous-app return labels and persistent Live Activities from other apps are not part of the foreground product. Apple free trial active (renewal cancelled). Reader open at Mark 4 in the ESV text. Same passage shown with several study Bibles in turn.
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