Sermons on Greed:

Set Free

Contributed by Mark Haines on Mar 31, 2001

A narrative of how Jesus set Zacchaeus free from greed to generosity and how He can set us free from our sinful attitudes as well.

Topic: Salvation/Christian Living Theme: Saved from Sinful Attitudes Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness calling God’s people in my care to pray for salvation from sin and sinful attitudes. Response: Individuals will ask Jesus to set them free from sinful attitudes in order to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Wesleyan

You Really Can't Take It With You Series

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Feb 28, 2005

Avarise, or greed, is different than coveteousness. Covetousness is a desire for things we don’t have. Avarice is a hoarding of things we have but don’t need.

You Really Can¡¦t Take It With You Luke 12:15-21 February 27, 2005 We are in the midst of our sermon series on the seven deadly sins, and have come to avarice. It is something that we have to consider. Avarice is a word that we don¡¦t use all that often, but it means a passion for acquiring and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:15-21

Denomination: Methodist

Treasure In Heaven

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Dec 19, 2006

We need to place our treasure in heaven through giving to the poor and tithing to the church rather than fall into greed (excessive spending) and worry (excessive saving).

[Clip from short film, Gone Nutty, from Ice Age. Scrat tries to store nuts for the Ice Age, and he stores one too many. 4:12] Jesus warned us about two dangers: greed (which includes materialism), and worry. Both of which lead to the same problem, storing up for ourselves treasure on earth, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-34, Luke 12:32-40

Denomination: Methodist

The More A Man Has, The More A Man Wants

Contributed by Craig Condon on Mar 12, 2015

God created enough for everyone. We are called to put others above ourselves, especially the less fortunate in society.

Once there was a burglar who was caught and brought before a judge for trial. He was found guilty, and was asked by the judge if he had anything to say before he was sentenced. The burglar stated, “Well, you know, Your Honour, it’s like this. The more a man has, the more a man ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-31

Denomination: Anglican

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

True Ownership Series

Contributed by John Baggett on Sep 30, 2006

From the sermon series TRUE NORTH. Remembering that everything belongs to God. Its about attitude not assets. Its about needs but not greeds. Living for the Eternal VS. Temporal

TRUE OWNERSHIP Text: Luke 12:13-21 This morning we begin a journey. A journey that will take us in the direction of TRUE NORTH as we travel together over the next few weeks seeking God’s truth. Our journey begins this morning by thinking about TRUE OWNERSHIP. What comes to your mind when you ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

Walk As Children Of The Light (Ephesians 5:3-14) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Mar 7, 2022

Don't be lured by old, sinful ways of living. Be thankful, and walk in the light.

Let's start today, by simply reading verses 3-4: (3) Now, sexual immorality and all uncleanness or greediness must not be named among you, just as it is fitting for the holy ones, (4) and shameful behavior and foolish talk or coarse/crude joking, which aren't proper, but rather ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:3-14

The Curse Of Disobedience: The Sin Of Achan Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 6, 2025

Disobedience to God’s command opens the door to defeat, loss, and destruction, no matter how small it appears.

THE CURSE OF DISOBEDIENCE: THE SIN OF ACHAN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Joshua 7:1-12 Key Verse: “Israel hath sinned, and they have also transgressed my covenant which I commanded them: for they have even taken of the accursed thing, and have also stolen, and dissembled also, and they have ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 7:1-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Hearing God: Motives Series

Contributed by Richard Tow on Apr 9, 2006

The motives of our heart are of extreme importance in getting guidance from God. Baalam was a spiritual man but the greed in his heart caused him to miss God’s will for his life.

Hearing God: Motives Series: Hearing God #2 Numbers 22:1-35[1] 8-28-05 Intro What does God want me to do? Have you ever wrestled with that question? Most of us have. Most of us will at some time in the future. It’s not always easy to know God’s will in a particular situation. Last week we ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 22:1-35

Denomination: Charismatic

Mary Vs. Judas - A Contrast In Attitudes

Contributed by David Wilson on Jan 7, 2008

This message covers John 12:1-10 and describes the annointing of Christ at Bethany by Mary, the sister of Lazarus. Judas exposes his greed and Jesus commends Mary’s action.

Pastor David M. Wilson Grant Avenue Baptist Church Redondo Beach, CA 90278 COMMENTS WELCOME (310) 376-7890 abimilech@ca.rr.com John 12:1-10 Introduction: Did you ever notice that some stories appear in the Bible more than once and sometimes with different details? For example, if we were to ...read more

Scripture: John 12:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

God's Will For Our Wealth

Contributed by Rick Crandall on May 16, 2016

God's Will for Our Wealth 1. Choose humility over being haughty. 2. Trust your God more than your gold. 3. Choose generosity over greed.

God's Will for Our Wealth I Timothy 6:17-19 Sermon by Rick Crandall Grayson Baptist Church - May 3, 2015 (Revised and updated from sermon preached at McClendon Baptist Church - Sept. 26, 2010) *Are you rich? -- Most of us would say, "I sure don't feel rich." But think about it. In 2009, "Parade ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:17-19

Denomination: Baptist

Spiritual Warfare And Real Warfare

Contributed by Craig Condon on May 6, 2015

As long as there is greed and evil in this world, there will be war. War will only cease when we live according to the way God wants us to live, and that will only happen when Christ returns.

Today-Nov. 11, 2014-is a special day in a special year. Today is the day when we pause to remember and give thanks for those who fought in wars past to preserve our freedom and those who still work to protect our freedoms today. This year we also remember three significant events in history: the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:10-17

Denomination: Anglican

Dagon Must Fall!

Contributed by Daniel Sanders on Mar 8, 2016

The hierarchicalism of lofty and honorific titles, self-exaltation in ministry office and the high crass greed of prosperity is widespread in many congregations and those are dagons that must fall by preaching truth again.

DAGON MUST FALL 1st Samuel 5:2 –4 As I begin my sermon this evening I want you to know that real revival won’t happen - except there is a paradigm shift back to the fundamental and orthodox principles of the Bible. - And if we’re to see the Lord high and lifted up as Isaiah did, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 5:2-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Sin Of Unhappiness

Contributed by Charles Payne on Jul 7, 2025

There are sins we readily confess: pride, lust, envy, greed. There are others we justify, excuse, or even cherish. But there is one sin we rarely recognize—the sin of unhappiness.

“The Sin of Unhappiness: When Joy Becomes Our Responsibility” “Because you did not serve the Lord your God with joy and gladness of heart, for the abundance of everything, therefore you shall serve your enemies…” — Deuteronomy 28:47–48 ________________________________________ Introduction: The ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 28:47-48, Philippians 4:4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Living In Community

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Apr 9, 2021

How did the people in today’s text handle their material things and wealth? Did they withhold any resources? Today we will look at the greed, grace and how strong their grip is in our lives.

LIVING IN COMMUNITY Acts 4:32 – 35 Acts 4:32-35  Now the whole group of those who believed were of one heart and soul, and no one claimed private ownership of any possessions, but everything they owned was held in common.  (33)  With great power the apostles gave their testimony ...read more

Scripture: Acts 4:32-35

Denomination: United Methodist