Sermons on Lucas 12:5:

The Parable Of The Sower. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Feb 21, 2024

Today, we reflect on the Parable of the Sower, a powerful story Jesus shared to teach us about the condition of our hearts and how we receive God’s Word.

In this parable, Jesus describes a farmer scattering seeds on different soils. The seeds represent God’s Word, and the soils represent our hearts. Some seeds fall on hard soil, representing those who hear the Word but reject it. The seeds that fall on rocky soil represent those who receive the Word ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11, Luke 12:5, Luke 21:34

Making Fear Your Friend Series

Contributed by Steve Malone on Mar 12, 2019

In this message we will learn how to overcome fear by making fear our friend... There are 6 actions we need to take and they form an acrostic of the word 'friend.'

Making Fear Your Friend 2000 years ago, God breathed and Paul put to paper these powerful words. Lean in church, for these are the very Word of the Living If God is for us, who can be against us? He who did not spare his own Son, but gave him up for us all—how will he not also, along with him, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 27:1-2, Luke 12:4-5

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Importance Of Our Mission (Luke, Part 6) Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Feb 27, 2022

We are to avoid the hypocrisy of the world and be faithful witnesses and understand that everything we do will be examined by God.

The importance of our mission (Luke, Part 6) Luke 12:1-12; 13:10-17; 13:31-35 Introduction / Recap - The study of Luke is an interesting one for believers to dive into -- We see Luke’s interest in humanity (it’s genuine, rem: career as a physician) -- We also get to experience how Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:1-12, Luke 13:10-17, Luke 13:31-35

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

7 Facts About Hell: A Guided Tour Of Hell

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Mar 7, 2022

What is hell? I prayed about this topic, just seeking God’s guidance and indeed the Lord indicated that it would be wise to study such a place, even though such a place is best left forgotten, in the end.

What is hell? I prayed about this topic, just seeking God’s guidance and indeed the Lord indicated that it would be wise to study such a place, even though such a place is best left forgotten, in the end. So buckle your seatbelts, because you may find this message today quite disturbing. However, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:43-48, Luke 12:5, Luke 16:19-31, Revelation 20:9-10

Denomination: Salvation Army

God Cares For The Body And Soul

Contributed by Kyle Campbell on Mar 18, 2022

The loving care of God is a theme that runs all throughout the Old and New Testaments (cp. 1 Peter 5:7). But God’s care is not one dimensional. He cares both for us physically and spiritually; that is, He cares both for the body and the soul.

Introduction. The loving care of God is a theme that runs all throughout the Old and New Testaments (cp. 1 Peter 5:7). But God’s care is not one dimensional. He cares both for us physically and spiritually; that is, He cares both for the body and the soul. God Cares for the Body When God decided ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:28, Luke 12:4-5, 1 Peter 5:7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

:what If I Am The Hypocrite?" Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Mar 25, 2022

A hypocrite is a person who puts on a false appearance. A hypocrite acts in a way that is inconsistent with their beliefs. A hypocrite pretends to be something he is not.

GOING PUBLIC WITH OUR FAITH “What if I am the Hypocrite?” Luke 12:1-9 So the excitement is building and is all centered round Jesus—so much so that right out of the gate we read that there are literally thousands of people “milling about and stepping on each other.” ? That’s a pretty clear ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

Fear Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Aug 11, 2022

This sermon explores the many fears that we experience throughout our lives and lives and the Biblical solution to overcoming them.

Sermon Date 08-18-2013 Fear (Chuck Gohn) If you have your Bibles please open them to 1 John 4:7. As you know, we have been going through the sermon series called “Do not conform. Be transformed.” As a refresher, in this series were are exploring the idea that there are various negative ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 4:7-21, Psalm 90:14, John 3:16, Luke 12:4-5, Romans 8:35-39  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Christian Church

What It Means To Be Weak In Jesus

Contributed by Thomas Andrufski on Apr 25, 2021

What does it mean to be weak in Jesus? We need to be honest with ourselves, understanding that we are sinful and we are weak. We need THE savior daily in our life.

What It Means to Be Weak in Jesus People like winners • Every day on earth there are contests to see who is best at something. • Olympics, contests, leagues – everybody cheers for the winners. • People respect strong people – healthy, disciplined, practiced, pretty. So, • What does it mean to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 3:1-10, Philippians 2:12, Luke 12:5, Ephesians 5:3, Matthew 7:22  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Church Of God

The Fear That Defines Us Series

Contributed by Brad Bailey on Sep 19, 2019

The Fear that Defines Us Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – September 15, 2019

The Fear that Defines Us Series: Encountering Jesus (through the Gospel of Luke) Brad Bailey – September 15, 2019 Text – Luke 12:1-12 Series #38 Intro Welcome to Fall. I know that here in Southern California…some of you from other parts of the country may dismiss that we have seasons here. But ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:1-12

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Academy Award For Best Actor Goes To Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on May 31, 2012

A study of the Gospel of Luke 12: 1 – 12

Luke 12: 1 – 12 The Academy Award For Best Actor Goes To In the meantime, when an innumerable multitude of people had gathered together, so that they trampled one another, He began to say to His disciples first of all, “Beware of the leaven of the Pharisees, which is hypocrisy. 2 For ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:1-12

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Who Did Jesus Say That We Should Fear?

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Jan 21, 2014

What happens when we don't fear God as we should but instead focus our fears on the things of this world?

MISPLACED FEAR: We are often scared of the wrong things. - Luke 12:4. - Now, what exactly do we mean when we talk about “fearing God”? - It’s not a cowering-in-the-corner type of thing. It’s awe, a respect, an awareness of how great He is. It’s also awareness that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:4-5

Denomination: Baptist

Leaven, For Good Or Ill

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Oct 14, 2022

The yeast is there working, but it is not visible. It works in the whole loaf, and best in darkness.

Friday of 28th Week in Course 2022 It’s important when we hear this Gospel from St. Luke that we position the event in the journey of Jesus to Jerusalem. Remember, Our Lord knows that He is going to Jerusalem for what on Mt. Tabor was called His Passover by Moses and Elijah. He is going up to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:1-7, Ephesians 1:11-14

Denomination: Catholic

Have We Lost The Fear Of God? 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.

"Have We Lost the Fear of God?" Luke 12:1-12 A sermon for 7/31/22 – Eighth Sunday after Pentecost Pastor John Bright Luke 12 “4 And I say to you, My friends, do not be afraid of those who kill the body, and after that have no more that they can do. 5 But I will show you whom you should ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:1-12, Acts 5:3-4, Hebrews 12:5-11, Proverbs 1:7, Revelation 20:11-15, 1 Corinthians 5:1-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Whom Shall I Fear Series

Contributed by Joel Gilbert on Sep 2, 2025

Things and people that we fear take a variety of forms. Jesus urges us to not fear those who can only do things to us in this life, but to fear Him who has power over eternity - and yet because of His great love, we should not fear Him.

Introduction There are things that all of us fear. What may cause me fear might not be what causes you fear and vice versa. Last night we were visiting with some folks and were reminiscing a bit about one of the fear inducing and adrenaline pumping experiences we had - bungee jumping. Fear, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:4-12

Denomination: Baptist

The Right Attitude - To Be More Like Him - Matthew 10.24-42 Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Apr 3, 2025

JESUS teaches the disciples that following HIM and taking the message to the world would not be easy. Some will receive it, others won’t. But they would soon learn the LORD provides, and to lean on JESUS. Our Desire is to be more like HIM and Carry forth HIS Message of TRUTH to our world.

2025.04.06 Sermon Notes. THE RIGHT ATTITUDE - TO BE MORE LIKE HIM - MATTHEW 10.24-42 William Akehurst, HSWC SCRIPTURES: Matthew 10:24-42, Matthew 9:34, Romans 8:29, Psalms 17:15, 1John 2:6, 1John 3:2, John 15:20-21, 1 Peter 4:14, Romans 1:16, Luke 12:4-5, Luke 12:8-9, Luke 12:51-53, Luke 14:27, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 10:24-42, Matthew 9:34, Romans 8:29, Psalm 17:15, 1 John 2:6, 1 John 3:2, John 15:20-21, 1 Peter 4:14, Romans 1:16, Luke 12:4-5, Luke 12:8-9, Luke 12:51-53, Luke 14:27, Mark 10:21-22, Mark 9:41  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational