GOD'S WORD® TranslationBut they don't develop any roots. They last for a short time. When suffering or persecution comes along because of the word, they immediately fall [from faith].
American Standard Versionand they have no root in themselves, but endure for a while; then, when tribulation or persecution ariseth because of the word, straightway they stumble.
Berean Study BibleBut they themselves have no root, and they remain for only a season. When trouble or persecution comes because of the word, they quickly fall away.
Douay-Rheims BibleAnd they have no root in themselves, but are only for a time: and then when tribulation and persecution ariseth for the word they are presently scandalized.
English Revised Versionand they have no root in themselves, but endure for a while; then, when tribulation or persecution ariseth because of the word, straightway they stumble.
King James BibleAnd have no root in themselves, and so endure but for a time: afterward, when affliction or persecution ariseth for the word's sake, immediately they are offended.
World English BibleThey have no root in themselves, but are short-lived. When oppression or persecution arises because of the word, immediately they stumble.
Young's Literal Translation and have not root in themselves, but are temporary; afterward tribulation or persecution having come because of the word, immediately they are stumbled.
Mark 4:17 Additional Translations ... 
