Sermons on apri fools: showing 121-135 of 16,511

A Fool & His Riches Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Aug 25, 2014

Disciple needed to learn the lesson that life is more important than material things. They must learn not to be diverted from their commitment to Jesus by greed for wealth & material possessions. True riches & satisfaction come only from God.

LUKE 12: [13-] 16-21. [PARABLES IN LUKE] A FOOL AND HIS RICHES [1 Timothy 6:6–10] AMERICA has been assured by its political leaders that ours is the highest standard of living in the World. We have the most wealth that men have ever known. Everywhere there are supermarkets overflowing ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

Samson The Super Fool Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 11, 2021

The story of Samson and Delilah have always been fascinating to many, and that is why it is a popular theme for Hollywood to develop. You can't ask for a more appealing theme, for it has love, sex, violence, and all of it revolving around the exciting story of probing for a secret.

Charles Steinmetz was a puny little man less than five feet tall and a hunchback. He was not very impressive to look at, but he was a giant in intellect. When he came to the United States from Germany in 1889 he was considered a genius in the field of electricity. General Electric wanted him to ...read more

How To Answer A Fool?

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 30, 2015

To show how to answer a fool.

I. EXORDIUM: Do you answer a fool? Yes, if they approach me, I answer them with GOD's WORDS. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show how to answer a fool. IV. TEXT: Proverbs 26:4-5 (Amplified Bible) 26:4 Answer not a [self-confident] fool according to his folly, lest you ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 26:4-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Parable Of The Rich Fool Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 8, 2014

The sin of covetousness as set forth in Luke 12:13-21 warns of the danger of greed.

Scripture During the final few months of Jesus’ life he journeyed from Galilee to Jerusalem, where he would be crucified. While traveling to Jerusalem Jesus gave his followers some very important teaching regarding discipleship. His instruction covered a number of different topics regarding ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Fool Hath Said

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Feb 7, 2022

Psalm 14 is unique for two reasons. First it is almost identical to Psalm 53.

Secondly, it is among the few Psalms that have little or no praise in them to be sung in the public worship services. The worship services of the Jews were similar to ours today, in that they sang songs for many reasons. For example, some songs were sung ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

From Fools To Evangelists Series

Contributed by Charles Mallory on Apr 21, 2023

In regards to our faith, we must take head knowledge and make it heart knowledge. We must live what we believe. The road to Emmaus helps us to avoid be foolish and slow of heart in order to live and share our faith.

THE JOY OF THE EASTER STORY IS, ABOVE ALL ELSE, WHEN JESUS AROSE FROM THE DEAD. IN ADDITION TO THAT TRIUMPHANT VICTORY, JESUS MADE APPEARANCES NOT ONLY TO THE REMAINING DISCIPLES, BUT, ACCORDING TO 1 CORINTHIANS 15:6, TO 500 OTHER BELIEVERS WHO WITNESSED HIM ALL AT THE SAME TIME. TUCKED IN ...read more

Scripture: Luke 24:13-35, 1 Corinthians 15:6, Revelation 3:20

Denomination: Free Methodist

Parable Of The Rich Fool Series

Contributed by John Bright on Oct 17, 2022

Working through the Gospel of Luke using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

"Parable of the Rich Fool" Luke 12:13-21 A sermon for 8/7/22 - Ninth Sunday after Pentecost Pastor John Bright Luke 12 “13 Then one from the crowd said to Him, “Teacher, tell my brother to divide the inheritance with me.” 14 But He said to him, “Man, who made Me a judge or an ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21, 1 Peter 4:10, Matthew 10:7-10, Genesis 19:1, Ruth 4:1-2, Ephesians 4:28, Ephesians 6:10-13  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Justified Fools For Christ-4 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jul 28, 2015

4 of 8. Paul admonished the Corinthian Church regarding his apostolic ministry. The church must regard apostles rightly...as those who are fools for Christ! But How/When are these Justified? Fools for Christ are justified thru their...

JUSTIFIED FOOLS For CHRIST-IV—1Corinthians 4:1-21 Attention: On Call— A husband & wife are on the 9th green when suddenly she collapses from a heart attack. "Help me dear," she groans to her husband. The husband calls 911 on his cell phone, talks for a few minutes, picks up his putter, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Justified Fools For Christ-7 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Sep 29, 2015

7 of 8. Paul admonished the Corinthian Church regarding his apostolic ministry. The church must regard apostles rightly...as those who are fools for Christ! But How/When are these Justified? Fools for Christ are justified thru their...

JUSTIFIED FOOLS For CHRIST-VII—1Corinthians 4:1-21 Attention: In the area of NC where I grew up, there seems to be at least one BBQ(pork) joint in every town(incorporated or not)! These are local ‘Mom & Pop’ businesses. These locals give every ounce of their energy to that ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Stupid With Money

Contributed by Jesse Bennett on Nov 14, 2008

How people foolishly spend there money and persue things that are of no value.

Stupid with Money November 13, 2008 Jesse Bennett Bible Baptist Shawnee Oklahoma Luke 16:13 I’ve been your pastor here for ONE YEAR I realized that only once have I preached on Money. No time like the present>>> Read: 13No servant can serve two masters: for either he will hate the one, and love ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:13

Denomination: Baptist

"Whose Shall Those Things Be, Which Thou Hast Provided" Series

Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Nov 4, 2010

3 traits that classify a fool

I HE DELIBERATED UPON GOLD RATHER THAN GOD. A. Notice the THOUGHTS HE CONTEMPLATED. B. Notice the THINGS HE CLAIMED 1. He let things dominate him. 2. He let things define him. II. HE DELIBERATED UPON RESOURCES INSTEAD OF RELATIONSHIPS A. Notice the goals that pushed him 1. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

"Being Christ To Our Community: It's In The Way That We Use It"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 21, 2018

A stewardship sermon.

“Being Christ to Our Community: It’s in the Way that You Use It” Luke 12:15-21 An extremely wealthy man was on his deathbed. He called his wife to him and gave her his final instructions. “What I want you to do is this,” he said, “I want to you go get two of the biggest and strongest bags you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:15-21

Denomination: United Methodist

Everybody Plays The Fool Sometime

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Mar 2, 2020

Why call them foolish, instead of mistaken? Well, the Bible calls them foolish with good reason. And that reason is important for us to understand.

TITLE: EVERYBODY PLAYS THE FOOL, SOMETIME SCRIPTURE: PSALM 14:1 In the year 1972 a song reached the Top 40 in the United States by the R&B group the main ingredient. The group consisted of a trio with Cuba Gooding sr. -- Tony Silvester -- Luther Simmons, Jr. Their version of the hit ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 14:1

Denomination: Baptist

See Anything Good Lately?

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Nov 1, 2019

A study in Psalm 53: 1 – 6

Psalm 53: 1 – 6 See anything good lately? To the Chief Musician. Set to “Mahalath.” A Contemplation of David. 1 The fool has said in his heart, “There is no God.” They are corrupt and have done abominable iniquity; There is none who does good. 2 God looks down from heaven upon the children of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 53:1

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Get 1 Over

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 23, 2019

A study in the book of Jeremiah 9: 1 – 26

Jeremiah 9: 1 – 26 Get 1 over 1 Oh, that my head were waters, and my eyes a fountain of tears, that I might weep day and night for the slain of the daughter of my people! 2 Oh, that I had in the wilderness a lodging place for travelers; That I might leave my people and go from them! For they are ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 9:9

Denomination: Calvary Chapel