Sermons on Lucas 12:31:

The Rich Fool Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Nov 4, 2018

Why was God angry at the "rich farmer?" What had this farmer done wrong and what can we learn from his story about the need to being rich toward God?

OPEN: The year was 1347. The Black Plague was raging across Europe and people by the 100s and by the 1000s in field and cities all across that part of the world. Some began to suspect the deaths were brought about because of the wrath of God and in one of the cities of Germany (Lubeck, Germany) ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-32

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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

"What Did Jesus Say About Money?" Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Jun 9, 2014

This sermon looks at Jesus' teaching about money & greed.

“WHAT DID JESUS SAY ABOUT MONEY?” Luke 12:13-34 INTRO – Folk story of the bandit Jose' Rivera, who became notorious in several little towns in Texas for robbing their banks and businesses. The townsfolk, weary of the constant plundering, hired a ranger to track down Jose' Rivera ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-34

Denomination: Baptist

The Little Flock Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 26, 2021

God's plans are always big, but His means for getting His big plans achieved are always small.

The world is full of interesting stories about numbers. For example, why does the President get a 21 gun salute. It all began in 1776 when Francis Hopkinson, one of the signers of the Declaration of Independence, noticed that if you add up the numbers in 1776 they come to 21. He said to himself, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:22-34

Do Not Be Anxious.

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Mar 13, 2023

When He is in charge of our lives we need not worry about tomorrow today.

DO NOT BE ANXIOUS. Luke 12:22-31. LUKE 12:22. “Take no thought” is an unfortunate translation (Matthew 6:25). When Jesus says (literally) “be not careful,” He obviously is not sanctioning thoughtlessness, nor even carelessness. He rather means, “Do not be anxious.” What shall we eat? What ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:22-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where Is Your Treasure?

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Aug 18, 2022

Where is Your Treasure?

Where is Your Treasure?   Scripture Luke 12:13-34   Reflection Dear sisters and brothers, "Take care! Be on your guard against all kinds of greed, for one’s life does not consist of the abundance of possessions. " What powerful words for the world of consumerism and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-34

Denomination: Other

¿dónde Está Tu Tesoro?

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Aug 18, 2022

¿Dónde está tu tesoro?

¿Dónde está tu tesoro?   Sagrada Escritura Lucas 12:13–34   Reflexión Queridos hermanos y hermanas, "¡Cuidado! Esté en guardia contra todo tipo de codicia, porque la vida de uno no consiste en la abundancia de posesiones". Qué palabras tan ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-34

Denomination: Other

Nasaan Ang Iyong Kayamanan?

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Aug 18, 2022

Nasaan ang Iyong Kayamanan?

Nasaan ang Iyong Kayamanan?   Banal na Kasulatan Lucas 12:13–34   Pagninilay Mahal na mga kapatid, "Mag-ingat! Mag-ingat sa lahat ng uri ng kasakiman, dahil ang buhay ng isang tao ay hindi binubuo ng kasaganaan ng mga ari-arian." Anong makapangyarihang salita para sa mundo ng ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-34

Denomination: Other

The Fool Straining At The Eye Of The Needle - Take Note And Learn Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Sep 23, 2022

Jesus gave a parable of the rich man whose soul God required one night. He was called a fool because he worked hard for treasures but was poverty-stricken for God. We examine treasure in heaven and faithfulness.

THE FOOL STRAINING AT THE EYE OF THE NEEDLE - TAKE NOTE AND LEARN THE INTRODUCTION {{Luke 12:20 but God said to him, ‘You fool! This very night your soul is required of you, and now who will own what you have prepared?’}} - In verse 20 why did God call him a fool? Well there is one thing we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-15, Luke 12:16-20, Luke 12:20, Luke 18:24-26, Psalm 14:1, Luke 12:21-34, 1 Corinthians 3:11-15, 1 Corinthians 16:15-16  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Suffocating In Worry

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jan 30, 2022

Worry causes us to feel as though we’re grasping for breath and walking around half-dead. Worry zaps our life and drains our strength. In order to have true life in the Lord, we must place all our cares in the hands of Jesus Christ.

E. Stanley Jones, a missionary to India in the early 1900’s, stated, “I live better by faith and confidence than by fear, doubt and anxiety. In anxiety and worry, my being is grasping for breath - these are not my native air. But in faith and confidence, I breathe freely - these are my native ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:22-32

Denomination: Baptist

In God We Trust 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. Luke 12:22-34

"In God We Trust" Luke 12:22-34 A sermon for 8/14/22 - Tenth Sunday after Pentecost Pastor John Bright Harmony & Swansonville UMC Luke 12 “22 Then He said to His disciples, “Therefore I say to you, do not worry about your life, what you will eat; nor about the body, what you will ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:22-34, John 10:11, John 10:16, John 10:27-29, Genesis 22:13-14, 2 Chronicles 9:17-22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Don't Worry Is Easier Said Than Done

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Jul 14, 2022

Jesus talks to us about the sin of worrying, tells us to stop, and gives us the remedy for it.

8.7.22 Luke 12:22–34 22 Jesus said to his disciples, “For that reason I tell you, stop worrying about your life, about what you will eat, or about your body, what you will wear. 23 Certainly life is more than food, and the body is more than clothing. 24 Consider the ravens: They do not sow ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:22-34

Denomination: Lutheran

You Can't Take It With You, But . . . Series

Contributed by James Wallace on Sep 20, 2025

How many of us follow the rich fool's lead and build bigger barns by finding new avenues for our investments, as though this life is all that matters? Jesus tells us to beware of all kinds of greed, including being greedy with our own possessions.

There are some Bible passages which will forever be associated with vivid personal experiences. And today, as we consider the Parable of the Rich Fool, we have encountered one of those passages. My experience with it dates from nearly 40 years ago. In the spring of 1986 I was preparing to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-34, Ecclesiastes 2:4-10, 1 Timothy 6:10-19

Denomination: Bible Church

Guidepost Three – Jesus And Your Wallet Series

Contributed by David Dunn on Sep 26, 2025

Radical generosity frees believers from consumerism, channels resources into God’s mission, and reveals hearts anchored in Christ rather than possessions.

A Startling Act of Generosity A young couple in the Midwest paid off their modest home years early. Then they sold it—debt-free—and moved into a small apartment. With the sale proceeds they funded wells for villages with no clean water, supported missionaries they had never met, and helped single ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:9, 2 Corinthians 8:9, 1 Timothy 6:6-10, Luke 12:13-34, Acts 2:42-47  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Seventh-Day Adventist

I Want Treasures In Heaven!

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Oct 14, 2025

Jesus tells us in Luke 12:22-34 to stop being so anxious about life's ups and downs. God takes care of us even when it is difficult to see.

I Want Treasures in Heaven! Luke 12:22-34 Rabbi Rev. Dr. Michael H. Koplitz Luke 12:22 And He said to His disciples, “For this reason I tell you, do not worry about your life, as to what you are to eat; nor for your body, as to what you are to wear. 23 “For life is more than food, and the body is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:22-34

Denomination: United Methodist