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  • Larry Turner avatar

    From Cushy To Cursed

    Contributed by Larry Turner on Mar 12, 2015
     | 5,038 views

    Jesus tells the parable of the rich fool. This sermon helps discover that what others consider blessings may actually be under a curse. Also a view point on the desires of the heart.

    There was a rich, miserly, old man whose money was his God. He never cared about others, only himself. Every day he would check on his investments and his bank account. He would glow with joy over his wealth. One day, while sitting in his chair, he had a heart attack. He was told that his heart ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

  • Craig Condon avatar

    The More A Man Has, The More A Man Wants

    Contributed by Craig Condon on Mar 12, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 8,971 views

    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

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    Denomination: Anglican

  • Andrew Moffatt avatar

    Palm Sunday, Expectations. Series

    Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Apr 8, 2015
    based on 1 rating
     | 12,084 views

    On Palm Sunday expectations as to who Jesus was did not meet with reality, Often when expectations don't meet with reality the outcome will be conflict, either internal or external. The religious people already had their minds set on an outcome for Jesus.

    Palm Sunday Sermon expectations? In Luke’s gospel as in all the Biblical gospels we are given a depiction of what is often referred to as the “Triumphal Entry”, we have this depiction of Jesus mysteriously instructing a couple of his disciples to head off into town and untie a ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

  • Rodney Johnson Sr., avatar

    The Man Who Lived And Died A Fool

    Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Apr 20, 2015
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,945 views

    This sermon encourages prudent living as we don't know when our time will be up.

    Jesus called this rich man a fool not because he was rich but for the following reasons : I. He forgot about God. II. He forgot about others. III. He forgot death. IV. He forgot about judgement. Conclusion: Don't base your life on your stuff ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dan Proctor avatar

    Has Your Christmas Lost Its Merry? Series

    Contributed by Dan Proctor on Dec 8, 2015
     | 4,194 views

    Maybe Christmas hasn't been a merry time for you in the past. The good news is this: if your Christmas has lost its merry, you can do something about it.

    Has Your Christmas Lost Its Merry? Luke 12:15-21 Introduction: 1. Do we have any Christmas scrooges in here today? Many people are scrooges because Christmas has become so associated with material possessions, money, shopping, debt, the economy, etc. Many businesses make it or break it based on ...read more

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    Denomination: Bible Church

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    A Fool & His Riches Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Aug 25, 2014
    based on 9 ratings
     | 30,433 views

    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

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    The Parable Of The Rich Fool Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Nov 8, 2014
    based on 1 rating
     | 11,102 views

    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

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Other People's Money - Pt. 3 - Disconent Series

    Contributed by Steve Ely on Nov 13, 2014
     | 4,551 views

    Your neighbor attends church wanting instruction and supernatural response in every important area of life . . . relationships, direction and success, but we they don't want anyone to talk about money.

    Other People's Money Pt. 3 - Discontent I. Introduction I have learned there are certain things that just don't go well together. Some of this I learned in school and others just by observation. Meat mentioned in the name of a pie. Big dogs and paper routes. A swimming pool and regular diapers. ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Simple Sam And Heapin' Harv

    Contributed by Troy Borst on Mar 2, 2017
     | 7,969 views

    Sermon focused on contentment.

    SIMPLE SAM AND HEAPIN HARV LUKE 12:13-21 #SpiritualDisciplines INTRODUCTION I want to introduce you to two people this morning. They are two people who approach life in very different ways when it comes to money, material things, and financial habits. First, we have Simple Sam (it can be ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    God Is Unselfish Series

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Mar 20, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 7,847 views

    William Gladstone said, "Selfishness is the greatest curse of the human race." Think about it; if everyone just looked out for #1 then no one would be satisfied; including #1. I can gain a lot by being selfish...except what's truly important.

    GOD IS UNSELFISH William Gladstone said, "Selfishness is the greatest curse of the human race." If you think about that there's much truth in it. If everyone just looked out for #1 then no one would be satisfied; including #1. There's a lot to be gained by being selfish except what matters most. ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Mark A. Barber avatar

    The Parable Of The Rich Fool

    Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Mar 19, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,975 views

    Parables are easy to understand but hard to live.

    The Parable of the Rich Fool Luke 12:13-21 There is nothing like a simple store to illustrate a point. We gravitate to storytellers, and Jesus was a master of the story, in particular the parable. They are stories from everyday life. This makes them easy to understand. One does not need to go into ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    Guardrails Pt 4 The Money Consumption

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Mar 19, 2018
     | 3,996 views

    This message is about how we should prioritize our spending in life. It is part 4 in the series of our version of "Guardrails" that came from Andy Stanley.

    Guardrails Part 4 Money--The Consumption Assumption Proverbs 3:5-10 Luke 12:13-21 Is there anyone here who has ever bought something you wanted really badly and once you got it, you either said, “I wish I could get my money back” or you would have been glad to have sold it for ½ of ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Trusting Within Self?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 21, 2018
    based on 1 rating
     | 6,026 views

    It is easy to fall into an invalid conclusion and trust your self? Your emotions and thought patterns can deceive you.

    TRUSTING WITHIN SELF? WHAT SHALL I DO? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TRUST OURSELVES? WHAT SHALL I DO? CONSIDER RICH PAUPERS? I read many years ago about a man. The man’s law firm had been very successful and made him millions of dollars. He was known in the political ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Alan Perkins avatar

    Investing For The Long Term

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Mar 25, 2018
    based on 3 ratings
     | 10,180 views

    Unlike the crowds on Palm Sunday, who hailed Jesus as king but only days later demanded that he be crucified, we need to hold on to our faith and hope in Christ. Here's why and how.

    I’d like to begin this morning with a story. It involves these men [photo of Steve Wozniak and Steve Jobs]. You probably recognize them: Steve Wozniak and Steve Jobs. The two men who founded Apple Computer. Right? Well, no, actually that’s not accurate. Here is a photo of the original partnership ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Jeff Poor avatar

    What Does Love Require Of Me?

    Contributed by Jeff Poor on Jun 5, 2017
    based on 1 rating
     | 10,958 views

    When it comes to your generosity, a better question to ask is what does love require of me?

    Intro Well good morning Real Life… My name is Curtis and it’s so great to be here with you! We are going to continue going through our series called Home. In this series we’ve been looking at what it means for us to call this place home and what each of our roles are in this home. For the past ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational