Considering Sparrows, Kevin Burrell
Considering Sparrows, Kevin Burrell
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Considering Sparrows
What Birds Teach Us About Who We Are, Where We're Going, and the Joy of Following Jesus

Author: Kevin Burrell, Joni Eareckson Tada

Narrator: Kevin Burrell, Joni Eareckson Tada

Unabridged: 5 hr 45 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 03/24/2026


Synopsis

Birds don’t just sing—they preach.

Pastor and birder Kevin Burrell takes readers on a one-of-a-kind journey of theology, nature, and wonder that reveals God’s truth through the lives of birds.

The world is loud, life is fast, and wonder is slipping through the cracks. But Jesus gave a simple command—consider the birds. Pastor and birder Kevin Burrell takes that call literally, weaving together the beauty of creation and the depth of Scripture in a way that is insightful and delightfully unexpected.

From the Arctic Tern’s relentless migration to the Satin Bowerbird’s obsessive collection of blue trinkets, Kevin shows us why these feathered creatures illustrate timeless truths found in Philippians. A Western Scrub Jay’s funeral echoes Paul’s perspective on life and death. An albatross’s lifelong commitment mirrors the call to steadfast faith. Even the sparrow—once deemed a pest—reminds us why anxiety has no place in the kingdom of God.

This book is more than ornithology. It’s more than theology. It’s an invitation to slow down, look up, and rediscover the Gospel written in the wings of creation. With wry humor, fascinating science, and rich biblical insight, Considering Sparrows transforms both how we see birds—and how we see God.

About The Author

Kevin Burrell is the co-lead Pastor of StoneBridge Church Community in Charlotte, North Carolina. An avid birder, Kevin’s pastoral heart and avian interests united with the formation of his blog, Ornitheology, where he utilizes birds as illustrations of the Christian life. He lives in Charlotte with his wife Beverly, three children, and five birdfeeders.Aedan Peterson is an illustrator and visual developer born and raised in Nashville, Tennessee. He’s been busy for the last few years, illustrating the new edition of Pembrick’s Creaturepedia, The Story of God Trilogy, The Tree Street Kids Series, and Dead-eye Dan and the Cimarron Kid. He’s also delved into the world of animation working as a character designer and background artist for The Wingfeather Saga animated series. When he’s not painting trees with his wife or playing with his daughter, he can be found bird watching, or eating chips and salsa, or doing both at the same time.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Christine on December 12, 2025

You guys. This book is absolute GOLD! I’ve spent most of my life watching birds and following Jesus; this book gave me an ever deeper love for both. It’s part bird book, part reflection on Philippians. Excellently written, funny, Biblically sound and just delightful. I laughed, I reflected, I shed som......more

Goodreads review by Kayla on December 23, 2025

This is one of the most refreshing books on spiritual development I've read in years! I wouldn't consider myself a birder, but I might be one after reading this. What a unique lens by which to gain a greater understanding of the Biblical text. I especially liked the focus of studying Philippians thr......more

Goodreads review by Elaine on November 20, 2025

I read this book through NetGalley, but I will be buying a physical copy for my own library. It is just that good! Kevin Burrell is a PCA minister & also an avid birder. (He combines those 2 aspects on his blog Ornitheology.) Burrell walks you through the truths found in Philippians, illustrating hi......more

Goodreads review by Kelly on April 19, 2026

Kevin Burrell invites us on a unique journey through the book of Philippians by comparing many of the passages with the lives of different species of birds. This book continually points us to Christ and causes you to marvel at the perfect design of our amazing Creator. You will be moved to tears and......more

Goodreads review by Zoey on February 01, 2026

What a thoughtful, beautifully written, unique bird-forward study of scripture. Burrell does an exceptional job reflecting on God's creation, by taking readers through a study of the book of Philippians. I found this book leading me to reflect on scripture and remain in awe of God's creation. In the......more