Sermons on Matthew 13:33-35:

Feeling Small, Walking Tall Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 24, 2022

Small congregations might feel ineffective at reaching people, but big things come in small packages. Both the parable of "the mustard seed" and "the yeast" show how small, seemingly insignificant things can make a huge impact.

The passage of Scripture that we will view tonight contains two short parables – “The Mustard Seed” and “The Yeast.” I have entitled our sermon “Feeling Small, Walking Tall,” and the passage that we’ll be studying provides a great opportunity for sharing a motivational message. You are probably ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-33

Denomination: Baptist

The Problem Of Weeds

Contributed by Jim Keegan on Oct 14, 2020

This parable may very well be one of the most important teachings for the church to hear in helping us to understand the nature of our witness for good in the world.

The Problem of Weeds Read Matthew 13:24-30 Everyone who has ever farmed or gardened, or taken care of a lawn, is only too familiar with the vexing reality of weeds. Weeds are essentially a mundane example of the fall of Creation and the presence of sin in the world. The dictionary defines them ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-43

The Ever Rising Kingdom Of God (August 15, 2017).

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 14, 2020

In Matthew 13:33, Jesus mentioned the transforming power that takes place as the Kingdom Of God expands likened to yeast that has been mixed with bread dough. This parable describes a mixture, a reaction and a result.

THE EVER RISING KINGDOM OF GOD Text: Matthew 13:33 The first time that my mother ever tried to make homemade bread, she mixed some yeast with the dough. But what did not expect was the reaction that took place. My parents were getting ready to go downtown, after my mother had formed ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:33

Denomination: United Methodist

Unlocking Potential (August 13, 2017).

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 14, 2020

One of the things that parable points out is that actions have consequences. That means that we have choices that have consequences both good and bad.

UNLOCKING POTENTIAL Text: Matthew 13:31 - 33 Have you ever underestimated the potential of anything? It only takes a spark to get a fire going right? Just think of the potential that lies within a match. One match has the potential to burn down a forest. When Jesus told the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-33

Denomination: United Methodist

The Mustard Seed And The Yeast Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Sep 18, 2020

The parables of the Mustard Seed and the Yeast encourage Kingdom members to expect growth and an abundant response to the Gospel, irrespective of, what may seem like, an insignificant beginning or effort.

Message Matthew 13:31-33 “The Mustard Seed and the Yeast” Today our parable focus is on the parable of the mustard seed and the parable of the yeast. The Mustard Seed Parable appears in Matthew Mark and Luke. The Yeast Parable only appears in Matthew and Luke. When you read the parables in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-33

Denomination: Baptist

A Flea Can Bite The Bottom Of The Pope In Rome

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Jul 25, 2020

The Adventure of Christianity and the Call of Little People

.................................................. The sermon begins with a clip from the film The Hobbit where Gandalf meets Bilbo { for the sake of the sermon text, here is the relevant passage from the book the Hobbit: “Good Morning!" said Bilbo, and he meant it. The sun was shining, and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:33-46, John 10:10

Denomination: Anglican

The Kingdom Of Heaven

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Jul 27, 2020

We see in the text a different idea of what heaven is like, It like a mustard seed, it like Yeast, Its like a treasure in the field, and its like a net.

The Kingdom of Heaven Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52 1. Jesus wants us to know what Heaven is like many many places in the Scripture we learn about Heaven • The Scriptures say God dwells there Ecclesiastics says God “God is in heaven • Texts tells us it’s a city, Matthew tells us it’s a garden, John ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-52

Denomination: Methodist

Weeds & Wheat Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 16, 2019

In Matthew 13, Jesus explains why there continues to be evil in our midst and what will happen through the 1) The Presentation of the Parable (Matthew 13:24–30), and 2) The Interpretation of the Parable (Matthew 13:34–43).

Matthew 13:24-30; 34-43. [24]He put another parable before them, saying, "The kingdom of heaven may be compared to a man who sowed good seed in his field, [25]but while his men were sleeping, his enemy came and sowed weeds among the wheat and went away. [26] So when the plants came up and ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30, Matthew 13:34-43

Denomination: Other

Kindom Of Heaven

Contributed by Rev. Duraimony Dickson on Dec 7, 2022

Kingdom of God, also called Kingdom Of Heaven, in Christianity, the spiritual realm over which God reigns as king, or the fulfillment on Earth of God's will.

Kingdom of God, also called Kingdom Of Heaven, in Christianity, the spiritual realm over which God reigns as king, or the fulfillment on Earth of God's will. How does one explain the unexplainable, describe the indescribable, or comprehend the incomprehensible? Such was the challenge facing ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-48

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

When People See Me - What Do They See?

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Sep 16, 2024

When people see us they immediately develop impressions of us. If we are a Christian, they will begin to look for Jesus in us. When that happens, will they see Him in our actions; our decisions; and our love for others?

When People See Me – What Do They See? Scripture: Matthew 13:24-30; 36-43; John 13:34-35 Good morning Strangers Rest. The title of my message today is, “When People See Me – What Do They See?” Now of course the obvious answer is they see us right? But is that true? Do they see “us,” or do they ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:24-43, John 13:34-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Unlocking The Mystery: Why Jesus Spoke In Parables - Matthew 13:10-11 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Oct 16, 2024

Parables: Jesus used simple, relatable stories to convey spiritual truths, why did He use this method?

Unlocking the Mystery: Why Jesus Spoke in Parables - Matthew 13:10-11 Matthew 13:10-11 (NLT): "His disciples came and asked him, 'Why do you use parables when you talk to the people?' He replied, 'You are permitted to understand the secrets of the Kingdom of Heaven, but others are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:10-11, Matthew 13:13, 1 Corinthians 2:14, Matthew 13:34-35, Psalm 78:2, Luke 8:8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Power Of Leaven Series

Contributed by Dr. Jonathan Vorce on Nov 2, 2024

In this message, Dr. Vorce explains the parable of the leaven encouraging us to let the gospel message spread far and wide for global revival.

Matthew 13:33 - Another parable spake he unto them; The kingdom of heaven is like unto leaven, which a woman took, and hid in three measures of meal, till the whole was leavened. Introduction • Review of the previous parable: The Parable of the Mustard Seed (Mt 13:31-32) • Highlights remarkable ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:33, Luke 12:1, Matthew 16:5-12, 1 Corinthians 5:1-13, Mark 16:15-16, Romans 10:17-18, Romans 16:25-26, Colossians 1:6, Colossians 1:23, Luke 17:20-21, 1 Timothy 4:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

Thy Kingdom Come

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Jul 31, 2023

A sermon for the Sunday following Pentecost, Year A, Lectionary 17

July 30, 2023 Rev. Mary Erickson Hope Lutheran Church Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52; 1 Kings 3:5-12; Romans 8:26-39 Thy Kingdom Come Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. One summer during college I lived at the home of my college ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:31-52, 1 Kings 3:5-12, Romans 8:26-39

Denomination: Lutheran

The Book Of Galatians – Chapter 5:7-11 Message 18 – Disobedience; Division; Study Of Leaven; Stumbling Blocks Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jun 21, 2024

What does the scripture teach about leaven? The Galatians, through disobedience had departed from Christ, and Paul has confidence they will return. We look at stumbling blocks and returning from sin. What is the offence of the cross?

THE BOOK OF GALATIANS – CHAPTER 5:7-11 MESSAGE 18 – DISOBEDIENCE; DIVISION; STUDY OF LEAVEN; STUMBLING BLOCKS We continue this vital study of Galatians so that our faith is secured in the realities of faith, and not pushed around by the whims of men and false teaches. These Galatian Christians ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:7, Galatians 1:8-9, Galatians 5:8, 2 Corinthians 2:11, 1 Corinthians 14:33, Galatians 5:9, Exodus 12:8, Exodus 12:19, Leviticus 2:4-5, Mark 8:15, Matthew 16:11-12, 1 Corinthians 5:6-8, Matthew 13:33, Galatians 5:10, John 16:7-8, Galatians 5:11, 1 Corinthians 1:23-24  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Sermon On The Art Of Narration

Contributed by William Meakin on Apr 29, 2024

Storytelling is defined as the activity of writing, telling, or reading stories.

Edward Miller, an American-born author and illustrator of children’s books once remarked: “Stories are our primary tools of learning and teaching, the repositories of our lore and legends. They bring order into our confusing world. Think about how many times a day you use stories to pass along ...read more

Scripture: John 8:32, James 3:1, Revelation 1:1, Matthew 13:35