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Do Not Worry
25Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes?26Look at the birds of the air: They do not sow or reap or gather into barns—and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they? 27Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life?
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Commentary
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
Behold the fowls of the air--in Mat 6:28, "observe well," and in Luk 12:24, "consider"--so as to learn wisdom from them. for they sow not, neither do they reap, nor gather into barns; yet your heavenly Father feedeth them. Are ye not much better than they?--nobler in yourselves and dearer to God. The argument here is from the greater to the less; but how rich in detail! The brute creation--void of reason--are incapable of sowing, reaping, and storing: yet your heavenly Father suffers them not helplessly to perish, but sustains them without any of those processes. Will He see, then, His own children using all the means which reason dictates for procuring the things needful for the body--looking up to Himself at every step--and yet leave them to starve?
John Gill Bible Commentary
Which of you by taking thought,.... As Christ argued before, from the unnecessariness of anxious thoughts and cares, about the provisions of life; so here, from the unprofitableness of them; it being impossible for a man, with all his care and thought, to add one cubit unto his stature, or "to his age"; so the word is rendered, Joh 9:21 to the days of his life, he is so solicitous about; for a cubit may as well be applied to a man's age, as an "hand's breadth" is to his days, Psa 39:5. Nor is it so reasonable to think, that Christ should be speaking of making such an addition to a man's height; though that, to be sure, is an impossible thing: since the far greater part of Christ's hearers must be come to their full growth, and could not hope to have any addition made to their height; though they might hope to add to their days; much less such a monstrous one as that of a cubit, and which is a strong reason against the other sense of the word, and for this: for our Lord is speaking of something very small, which men cannot do; as appears from what Luke says, Luk 12:26 "If ye then be not able to do that which is least, why take ye thought for the rest?" Whereas, to add a cubit to a man's height, is a great deal: "the stature of a middling man (says (f) Bartenora) is three cubits.'' And to add one more, makes a large addition to his stature; but to apply this to a man's age, is a small matter, and yet is what men cannot do: the sense of the words is this, that no man, by all the care and thought he can make use of, is ever able to add one cubit, or the least measure to his days; he cannot lengthen out his life one year, one month, one day, one hour; no, not one moment. (f) In Misn. Erubim, c. 4. sect. 5. & Negaim, c. 13. sect. 11.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
6:26 Jesus’ logic progresses from lesser to greater: If the Father tends to birds (the lesser), and the disciple is far more valuable to him (the greater), then he will certainly tend to the disciples’ needs (see also 10:29-31).
Do Not Worry
25Therefore I tell you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat or drink; or about your body, what you will wear. Is not life more than food, and the body more than clothes?26Look at the birds of the air: They do not sow or reap or gather into barns—and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not much more valuable than they? 27Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life?
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(Genesis) Genesis 1:6-8
By J. Vernon McGee2.8K01:36GenesisGEN 1:6GEN 1:14MAT 6:262CO 12:2In this sermon, the speaker discusses the concept of the firmament as mentioned in the Bible. They explain that the firmament refers to the space or air between the waters above and below. The speaker mentions that there are three heavens mentioned in Scripture: the birds of heaven, the stars of heaven, and the third heaven where God dwells. They also mention that God divided the waters above from the waters below, creating the firmament. The sermon emphasizes the power and control of God over the elements, using examples of heavy rainfall in different locations to illustrate the abundance of water.
More Worth Then Birds (Compilation)
By Compilations2.5K02:35CompilationPSA 55:22MAT 6:26MAT 10:30LUK 12:7HEB 4:151PE 5:7In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the care and love that God has for His people. He highlights the fact that God knows every detail about us, even the number of hairs on our heads. The preacher emphasizes that if God cares for the birds and takes notice of every hair on our heads, He will not ignore our needs or turn His back on us. The sermon encourages believers to trust in God's care and to not fear, even in times of crisis, because God has a purpose in everything He allows.
You Have to Love Jesus to Follow Him
By Carter Conlon2.3K56:45Loving JesusPSA 119:97MAT 6:26JHN 20:27JHN 21:16ACT 1:82CO 5:20HEB 10:23In this sermon, the preacher shares a personal experience of preaching in a small church and witnessing sparrows pecking at the driveway. Through this observation, the preacher reflects on God's provision for even the smallest creatures and encourages the congregation to trust in God's provision for their own lives. The sermon emphasizes the importance of serving others and being led by the Spirit of God, even in difficult or uncomfortable situations. The preacher also highlights the significance of believing in God's commission and holding fast to faith, assuring the listeners that God will bring their journey to a successful conclusion.
Our Gracious God by Brain Brodersen
By Brian Brodersen1.3K33:53NUM 6:22PSA 29:11PSA 103:13PSA 139:1PRO 16:7ISA 26:3MAT 6:26PHP 4:7JAS 1:17This sermon emphasizes the importance of having the right concept of God for our spiritual well-being, highlighting God's desire to bless, keep, smile upon, be gracious, be attentive, and give peace to His people. It discusses the misrepresentation of God throughout history and the need to properly understand and represent God's character. The sermon encourages focusing on studying and understanding the nature and attributes of God to experience His peace and blessings in the tumultuous world we live in.
Job Chapter 40:
By Stan Ford1.0K43:26JOB 40:4MAT 6:26JHN 1:29REV 3:8REV 22:20In this sermon, the preacher references several verses from the Bible, including Matthew 6:26, Revelation 3:8, and Revelation 22:20. He emphasizes the message of the Christian faith and highlights five simple truths that are brought forth by these verses. The preacher also talks about the importance of knowing Jesus Christ and surrendering to God's will. He concludes by discussing the story of Job and how it teaches humility before God.
(Genesis) 4 - Man and the Cultural Mandate
By S. Lewis Johnson1.0K54:18Cultural MandateGEN 1:1MAT 6:26MAT 10:29In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of not being afraid of those who interpret the word of God differently. He encourages listeners to study the Bible diligently, as the Holy Spirit will guide them to the truthfulness of God's word. The speaker also highlights the simplicity of the most plausible interpretation of the Bible. He references Genesis 1:1 and 1:27, where God is described as creating the heavens and the earth, and creating man in His own image. The sermon concludes with a prayer for God's guidance in fulfilling His purpose and for deliverance from sin through the Holy Spirit.
God Is a Good Father - 1.knowing the Father and Being Like Him
By Zac Poonen1.0K1:01:33MAT 5:48MAT 6:26LUK 6:36LUK 15:20HEB 12:6This sermon emphasizes the importance of knowing God as a loving Father who cares for us deeply. It highlights the need to surrender all areas of our lives to Him, including our attitudes towards others, and to trust in His provision, discipline, and guidance. The speaker encourages a deep, intimate relationship with God as a Father who loves us unconditionally and desires our growth in Christlikeness.
God's Beauty in Creation: Micro Marvels
By Mike Bickle2234:41God's CreationMarvel of MicrocosmGEN 1:1JOB 12:7PSA 19:1PSA 104:24PSA 139:14ISA 40:26JER 32:17MAT 6:26ROM 1:19COL 1:16Mike Bickle emphasizes the intricate beauty of God's creation, particularly at the micro level, illustrating how every human cell and blade of grass contains a universe of complexity comparable to the vastness of the cosmos. He highlights that God's beauty is not only evident in the grand scale of creation but also in the minute details, encouraging believers to marvel at the divine artistry present in all aspects of life. Bickle asserts that understanding this beauty can draw us closer to God, as it reveals His character and invites us to respond with awe and worship. He references the internal and external witnesses of God through conscience and creation, affirming that all creation declares His glory and invites us to seek Him. Ultimately, Bickle calls for a deeper appreciation of the micro marvels of creation as a means to experience God's love and presence.
God's Zeal to Release Blessing (Joel 2:18-27)
By Mike Bickle2153:37Fasting and PrayerGod's BlessingsPSA 132:13ISA 34:2EZK 39:12JOL 2:18ZEC 1:14MAT 5:35MAT 6:26LUK 21:26ROM 2:4JAS 5:16Mike Bickle emphasizes God's desire to bless His people both physically and spiritually, as illustrated in Joel 2:18-27. He explains that fasting and prayer can invoke God's zeal for the land, leading to material blessings and spiritual outpourings. Bickle highlights the continuity between the blessings of the Millennial Kingdom and what believers can experience today, urging them to seek God's extravagant blessings in their lives. He reassures that God's heart for restoration and provision is unwavering, and that the faithful can expect pockets of mercy and blessing even in challenging times. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a wholehearted response to God through prayer and intercession to release His blessings in the present age.
Trust in the Lord Alone for All Your Needs
By Zac Poonen21KI 17:31KI 17:13MAT 6:261CO 1:27PHP 4:19Zac Poonen preaches about Elijah's obedience to God's commands, highlighting how Elijah initially depended on ravens for provision but was later taught to trust in the Lord alone. The story of Elijah being sent to Zarephath emphasizes God's unexpected ways of providing through a poor widow, teaching us to rely on God rather than human sources. Elijah's faith in God's promise led to the miraculous sustenance of the widow's flour and oil, showcasing God's faithfulness in times of need.
Behold, the Mountain Was Full of Horses And
By F.B. Meyer2Trust in GodDivine Protection2KI 6:17PSA 34:7PSA 46:1PSA 55:22ISA 26:3ISA 54:17MAT 6:26ROM 8:1PHP 4:61JN 3:20F.B. Meyer emphasizes the divine protection surrounding God's saints, illustrated by the vision of Elisha, where the mountains were full of horses and chariots of fire. He reassures believers that, although they may not see it, God's angelic hosts are always present, providing a shield against temptation, human hostility, and overwhelming cares. Meyer encourages the faithful to trust in God's strength and peace, asserting that He is greater than any challenge they face. He reminds them that God stands between them and their past, offering redemption and security. Ultimately, believers are called to rest in the Lord, knowing that He is their protector and provider.
Worthy - or Unworthy?
By A.W. Tozer1HOS 8:7MAT 6:26MAT 13:3GAL 6:7JAS 3:18Greek Word Studies delves into the concept of sowing, emphasizing the significance of scattering the seed of the Word of God, the Gospel, into people's hearts. Through various Bible verses, the preacher highlights the importance of sowing righteousness, the consequences of sowing to the flesh, and the principle of reaping what one sows. The sermon emphasizes the need for believers to sow in righteousness, showing that every action is followed by a corresponding effect, and that sowing in righteousness leads to reaping in mercy.
God's Resources for His People's Need
By John Nelson Darby0Dependence On GodSpiritual ComplacencyDEU 8:3ISA 40:27MAT 6:26PHP 4:19HEB 13:8JAS 1:171PE 1:12John Nelson Darby emphasizes that God provides for His people through resources that are often beyond human understanding, particularly during their wilderness journey. He explains that God places His children in situations where they must rely solely on Him, teaching them about their own weaknesses and His unchanging nature. Darby warns against forgetting God amidst blessings, as this can lead to spiritual complacency and pride. He highlights the importance of maintaining communion with God to recognize our dependence on Him and to avoid the pitfalls of self-sufficiency. Ultimately, he encourages believers to find their joy and strength in Christ alone, acknowledging God's continuous care in both great and small matters.
Feathered Friends - Matt. 6:26
By Bernard Fell0GEN 1:21PSA 104:12MAT 6:26MAT 10:29LUK 12:24Bernard Fell preaches on the valuable lessons we can learn from observing the birds of the air, highlighting their care for offspring, diversity, and the provision of God for all creatures. He emphasizes the importance of being thankful for God's provision and care, drawing parallels between how God watches over the birds and His greater love for His people, who are more precious in His sight.
We Have a Loving Heavenly Father
By Zac Poonen0PSA 37:4PSA 84:11MAT 6:26MAT 7:11JHN 16:27HEB 8:11Zac Poonen emphasizes the misconception that God the Father is strict while only Jesus loves us, clarifying that it was the Father's love that sent Jesus to save us. Jesus assures His disciples of the Father's love and care, comparing it to how earthly fathers provide for their children. Poonen challenges believers to approach God in prayer with faith, believing in His tender, fatherly care and His willingness to grant good gifts to His children, regardless of their maturity in faith. He encourages all, regardless of spiritual age, to boldly come to God as a loving Father who delights in hearing and meeting their needs.
Keeping Our Eyes on God's Greatness
By David Wilkerson0Trust in God's GreatnessGod's SovereigntyJOB 38:4PSA 19:1PSA 104:24ISA 40:26MAT 6:26ROM 1:20HEB 11:3David Wilkerson emphasizes the importance of focusing on God's greatness, using the awe-inspiring experience of astronaut Charlie Duke as a metaphor for recognizing the Creator's power. He reflects on God's dialogue with Job, where God reveals His sovereignty over creation, urging Job to shift his perspective from his suffering to the majesty of God. Wilkerson highlights that by keeping our eyes on God's greatness, we can overcome fear and doubt that often cloud our hearts. Ultimately, the sermon encourages believers to trust in God's omnipotence and care for His creation.
Thy Husband Is Thy Maker
By Ralph Erskine0PSA 19:1PSA 121:7ISA 54:5MAT 6:26PHP 4:19Ralph Erskine preaches on the profound truth that our Maker is our Husband, emphasizing the intimate relationship believers have with God as their Creator and Sustainer. He highlights how God's creation reflects His love and care for His people, from the earth to the heavens, and even to the creatures that inhabit them. Erskine encourages the congregation to trust in God's provision and protection, knowing that as their Husband, He will destroy all works of evil and fulfill their deepest desires.
The Undeniable Reality of God's Provision
By George Mueller0God's ProvisionFaith in PrayerEXO 16:4PSA 23:1PSA 37:25MAT 6:26MAT 7:7LUK 12:242CO 9:8PHP 4:19JAS 1:171PE 5:7George Mueller shares the undeniable reality of God's provision through a miraculous event at his orphanage, where he and Dr. A. T. Pierson prayed for breakfast despite having nothing in the house. Their faith was rewarded when an unknown benefactor, prompted by God, provided an abundance of food for two thousand children. This story illustrates the power of prayer and reliance on God for our needs, emphasizing that God is aware of our circumstances and responds in His perfect timing.
Will You Not Trust Him for a Crumb?
By Thomas Brooks0God's ProvisionTrust in GodPSA 34:10PSA 37:25MAT 6:26MAT 7:11LUK 12:24ROM 8:322CO 9:8PHP 4:19JAS 1:171PE 5:7Thomas Brooks emphasizes the importance of trusting God for even the smallest needs, arguing that if God has given us great gifts like salvation and His Son, we should have faith that He will also provide for our lesser needs. He challenges believers to reflect on the abundance they have received and to not let fear or doubt hinder their trust in God's provision for daily necessities. Brooks encourages Christians to reason through their fears and recognize that the same God who has blessed them spiritually will not withhold what they need physically.
Jeremiah 47:27
By Chuck Smith0Overcoming FearTrust in God's PromisesJOS 1:9PSA 23:4PSA 46:1ISA 41:10MAT 6:26JHN 14:27ROM 8:312TI 1:7HEB 13:51PE 5:7Chuck Smith addresses the pervasive fear in society due to moral decay and the abandonment of God's laws, emphasizing that true safety and hope lie in serving God. He reassures believers that despite the chaos around them, they are commanded to 'fear not' because God promises to care for them and be with them. Smith highlights the importance of trust in God, illustrating that fear reflects a lack of faith, and encourages listeners to remember God's presence and promises during difficult times.
We Should Be thankful...
By Walter Wilson0GEN 1:29PSA 139:14MAT 6:261CO 12:18PHP 4:6In a sermon by Walter Wilson, he emphasizes the intricate design of the human body, pointing out how God's thoughtful creation includes joints with 'stoppers' to prevent overextension, teeth perfectly arranged for different foods, and organs like the nose and tongue that serve specific purposes. Wilson highlights God's provision in nature, such as seeds knowing which way to grow and the body's efficient 'one shot system' for lubrication. He challenges listeners to be thankful for God's care in protecting vital organs and providing for both physical and spiritual needs.
F. Arguments in Prayer for the Orphan Work
By A.T. Pierson0PSA 37:25PSA 68:5PSA 145:15PRO 3:5MAT 6:26MAT 6:31MRK 9:36PHP 4:19HEB 11:6JAS 1:17A.T. Pierson passionately pleads with God in his sermon, presenting 11 powerful arguments to seek divine provision for the orphans under his care. He emphasizes the importance of demonstrating God's glory through answered prayers, highlighting God's willingness to provide for His children. Pierson appeals to God's fatherly nature, the reception of children in Jesus' name, and the strengthening of faith through continued provision. He also addresses the potential stumbling of weak believers, the mockery of enemies, and the danger of compromising with the world if God withholds supplies.
More Value
By Mary Wilder Tileston0PSA 104:16MAT 6:26MAT 10:31LUK 12:6Mary Wilder Tileston preaches about the care and value God places on His creation, using the example of sparrows and herons to illustrate how God remembers and provides for even the smallest creatures. She emphasizes that if God cares for these birds, how much more does He care for us, His beloved children, who hold greater value in His eyes. Tileston encourages her audience to trust in God's provision and care, knowing that He watches over them with love and compassion.
He Careth for You
By William MacDonald0Assurance in TrialsGod's CareEXO 16:4PSA 56:8ISA 43:2ISA 49:16MAT 6:26MAT 10:29MAT 10:31LUK 12:6HEB 13:51PE 5:7William MacDonald emphasizes God's profound care for His people, illustrating this through biblical examples such as the provision for Israel in the wilderness and the care for sparrows and lilies. He reassures us that we are of greater value to God than these creatures, as evidenced by Christ's sacrificial love and His intimate knowledge of our lives. MacDonald highlights that God is always present with us, bearing our burdens and ensuring our needs are met, even in times of trouble. He concludes with the assurance that God's care extends throughout our lives, from youth to old age, and that He will never abandon us.
Turn Trials to Opportunity
By Mary Wilder Tileston0GEN 50:20PSA 46:10MAT 6:26ROM 8:282CO 4:17Mary Wilder Tileston preaches about the transformative power of surrendering to God's will, emphasizing how our temporary afflictions lead to an eternal weight of glory when we trust in Him. She encourages believers to be still, have cheerful hope, and accept whatever God allows in their lives, knowing that He understands their deepest needs and has chosen them as His own. Tileston highlights that when we make it our priority to do the Father's will, even the most challenging circumstances become opportunities for growth and conforming to the image of Christ.
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
Behold the fowls of the air--in Mat 6:28, "observe well," and in Luk 12:24, "consider"--so as to learn wisdom from them. for they sow not, neither do they reap, nor gather into barns; yet your heavenly Father feedeth them. Are ye not much better than they?--nobler in yourselves and dearer to God. The argument here is from the greater to the less; but how rich in detail! The brute creation--void of reason--are incapable of sowing, reaping, and storing: yet your heavenly Father suffers them not helplessly to perish, but sustains them without any of those processes. Will He see, then, His own children using all the means which reason dictates for procuring the things needful for the body--looking up to Himself at every step--and yet leave them to starve?
John Gill Bible Commentary
Which of you by taking thought,.... As Christ argued before, from the unnecessariness of anxious thoughts and cares, about the provisions of life; so here, from the unprofitableness of them; it being impossible for a man, with all his care and thought, to add one cubit unto his stature, or "to his age"; so the word is rendered, Joh 9:21 to the days of his life, he is so solicitous about; for a cubit may as well be applied to a man's age, as an "hand's breadth" is to his days, Psa 39:5. Nor is it so reasonable to think, that Christ should be speaking of making such an addition to a man's height; though that, to be sure, is an impossible thing: since the far greater part of Christ's hearers must be come to their full growth, and could not hope to have any addition made to their height; though they might hope to add to their days; much less such a monstrous one as that of a cubit, and which is a strong reason against the other sense of the word, and for this: for our Lord is speaking of something very small, which men cannot do; as appears from what Luke says, Luk 12:26 "If ye then be not able to do that which is least, why take ye thought for the rest?" Whereas, to add a cubit to a man's height, is a great deal: "the stature of a middling man (says (f) Bartenora) is three cubits.'' And to add one more, makes a large addition to his stature; but to apply this to a man's age, is a small matter, and yet is what men cannot do: the sense of the words is this, that no man, by all the care and thought he can make use of, is ever able to add one cubit, or the least measure to his days; he cannot lengthen out his life one year, one month, one day, one hour; no, not one moment. (f) In Misn. Erubim, c. 4. sect. 5. & Negaim, c. 13. sect. 11.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
6:26 Jesus’ logic progresses from lesser to greater: If the Father tends to birds (the lesser), and the disciple is far more valuable to him (the greater), then he will certainly tend to the disciples’ needs (see also 10:29-31).