With the measure you use, it will be measured to you

Mk 4:

21 Jesus also said to them, “Does anyone bring in a lamp to put it under a basket or under a bed? Doesn’t he set it on a stand?

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When you have the light, let it shine. Don't hide it.

22 For there is nothing hidden that will not be disclosed, and nothing concealed that will not be brought to light.

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If there is darkness in you, you can't hide it anyway.

23 "If anyone has ears to hear, let him hear.”

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Pay attention to what Jesus says.

24 He went on to say, “Pay attention to what you hear.

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Jesus emphasized the importance of listening and responding to his parables/teachings.

With the measure you use, it will be measured to you, and even more will be added to you. 25 For whoever has will be given more.

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Positively, be receptive and obey it. As you apply Jesus' words, you will be given more understanding. This is our daily sanctification and spiritual growth. The more portion you exercise your spirit, the more portion will be given to you. The more we live out Jesus' teachings, the stronger our spirit is.

But whoever does not have, even what he has will be taken away from him.”

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Negatively, when you hear Jesus' words but you don't act on them, you will experience growth stunting in your spirit, even shrinking or negative growth.

Be attentive and responsive to God's Word. Practicing his truth leads to greater spiritual enrichment and growth. You can't hide the light in you. Be warned. If you hear and do not practice, your spirit will stagnate, and you will eventually lose your Paraclete. You can't hide the darkness in you. Our spiritual growth is directly tied to how we steward the truth we've received. With the measure you use, it will be measured to you.