This book is an exposition of Mathew chapter thirteen which contains eight parables delivered and explained by our LORD. In each of the parables the LORD places an emphasis on the effects of the message of the Gospel. The book is formatted in such a way that it can be used to preach, to teach, or even as a personal devotional book making it a versatile study tool. It is a compilation of sermons prepared and preached by Ron Knapp, Jr. Serving as a bi-vocational, small church pastor, Ron understands the struggles of balancing a full-time job with the need of having sermon resources readily available. The book looks at the parables of the soil, tares, mustard seed, leaven, hidden treasure, pearl of great price, net, and the householder. For each parable, the reader will find sermon outlines, the text of the sermons, sermon illustrations with references, and a bibliography. This study concludes with a challenge for all modern day followers of Christ to go out and proclaim the Gospel to every living creature.