The seed sown will land on different soil, and only some will bear fruit. The Kingdom will come to those whom God has given it. Success is only shown by fruit that bears more fruit and proves the test of time.
I need to be repeatedly asking "Is the word of God bearing fruit in my life and in others?" - if not, then I need to ask if it really is taking root.
The responsibility rests on the hearer - we must use what we are given to bring glory to God through obedience. We thus have spiritual privilege that must lead to spiritual progress.
Jesus came to bring seed to be sown, but His second coming will be to return for His harvest. We need to remember that we are here to bear fruit.
The disciples were surprised that Jesus didn't seem to care, but He was surprised they were so afraid and seemed to have no faith. They were so fearful of their own lives that this miracle seemed much more personal to them.
Jesus showed compassion and care, when others had no time for him. When you can't explain something, the natural response is going to be one of fear, which explains why the crowds asked Him to leave.
It may be the best form of witness to leave when people want you to.
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