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  • Jimmy Chapman avatar

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

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Nov 4, 2010
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    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

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    The Testimony Of A Fool!

    Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 23, 2010
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    The testimony of a fool! (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

    Reading: chapter 12 verses Ill: This week I read a little prayer that someone prayed… • “Now I lay me down to sleep, I pray my house, my home to keep. • I pray my stocks are on the rise, and that my analyst is wise. • That all the wine I sip is white, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Brethren

  • William D. Brown avatar

    Luke 12:13-21 Parable Of The Rich Fool

    Contributed by William D. Brown on Apr 1, 2011
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    Let me say to begin with, that a parable is an earthly story to illustrate a heavenly truth, and we’re about to read the account of Jesus giving this parable to do with COVETOUSNESS to a great multitude of people that had gathered together, and there was

    LUKE 12:13-21 PARABLE OF THE RICH FOOL 4-2-11 Let me say to begin with, that a parable is an earthly story to illustrate a heavenly truth, and we’re about to read the account of Jesus giving this parable to do with COVETOUSNESS to a great multitude of people that ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Derrick Tuper avatar

    The Unholy Trinity: Me, Myself And I

    Contributed by Derrick Tuper on Apr 5, 2011
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    Someone once said, “All the trouble in the world is due to selfishness”. At first I considered that to be too extreme of a statement but the more I thought about it the more I subscribed to it. Gladstone said, “Selfishness is the greatest curse of the hum

    THE UNHOLY TRINITY: ME, MYSELF AND I INTRODUCTION: Someone once said, “All the trouble in the world is due to selfishness”. At first I considered that to be too extreme of a statement but the more I thought about it the more I subscribed to it. Gladstone said, “Selfishness is the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Abundance Of Possessions

    Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Jul 31, 2010
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    This sermon explores the appropriate attitude toward possessions.

    Luke 12: 13 – 21 / The Abundance of Possessions Intro: “I’ll buy you a diamond ring my friend if it makes you feel alright. I’ll get you anything my friend if it makes you feel alright. ‘Cause I don’t care too much for money, money can’t buy me ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    "The Greedy Farmer"

    Contributed by Ken Harris on Aug 1, 2010
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    The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to avoid pressure from Peers and Pop Culture - to become materialistic - by placing more Trust in God.

    Luke 12:13-21 & 1 Samuel 25:10-11 1 August 2010 West Fort Hood Community Chapel U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Fort Hood Texas BIG IDEA: Believers should avoid pressure and spiritual distractions coming from their Peers and Pop Culture to become materialistic because it leads to ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Warner Pidgeon avatar

    The Biggest Issue Facing Our Nation

    Contributed by Warner Pidgeon on Aug 4, 2010
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    A short talk on priorities. What are we investing in? What is the biggest issue facing the UK?

    I heard on the news this morning that the Pensions Black Hole for the top 100 companies in the UK has shrunk to half of what it was a year ago. Good news it seems. The Deficit is now ‘only’ £51 Billion! The companies concerned have contributed £17.5 Billion in the last year and the ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    "And Then?"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Aug 4, 2010
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    In Luke 12:13-32 Jesus uses an interruption as an opportunity to talk about greed, how material possessions do not bring happiness, and that when we live within the Kingdom of God, right here and right now, we can relax in the knowledge that God is in con

    Luke 12:13-32 “And Then?” BY: Ken Sauer, Pastor of East Ridge United Methodist Church, Chattanooga, TN A young man and an older man were having a conversation about the future. The young man said, “I’m gonna learn a trade.” “And then?” asked the ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Gregg Bitter avatar

    Enrich Your Life In God

    Contributed by Gregg Bitter on Aug 11, 2010
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    Jesus' exposes the greed in our hearts. Only he can bring us the real riches that last, our heavenly inheritance.

    Text: Luke 12:13-21 Theme: Enrich your Life in God A. Greed robs you B. Only God's barn endures Season: Pentecost 11c Date: August 8, 2010 Web page: http://hancocklutheran.org/sermons/Enrich-your-Life-in-God-Luke12_13-21.html Grace and peace to you from God our Father and our Lord and ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Care And Feeding Of The Money Tree Series

    Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Sep 8, 2010
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     | 3,743 views

    We are called to lay up treasures in heaven, but we also have bills to pay. These verses give us some insights into how we can be wise Christians stewards of our money.

    Luke 12:13-21 “Care and Feeding of the Money Tree” INTRODUCTION Video presentation: “Contentment—Deep Thoughts by a Shallow Christian” We laugh at the absurdity of the shallow Christian’s remarks, yet, how often our lives mirror his thoughts. We often ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • L Lee avatar

    Parable Of The Foolish Farmer Series

    Contributed by L Lee on Oct 3, 2010
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    This parable teaches about our response towards wealth. Wealth, by itself, is not sinful. It is one of the ways God uses to bless us. The Bible says that it is the love of money, and not money, itself which is the root of all kinds of evil.

    The parable of the foolish farmer (Luke 12: 13-21) This parable teaches about our response towards wealth. Wealth, by itself, is not sinful. It is one of the ways God uses to bless us. The Bible says that it is the love of money, and not money, itself which is the root of all kinds of evil. 1 Tim ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Rick Gillespie- Mobley avatar

    How Our Giving Affects Me

    Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Oct 18, 2010
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    This sermon deals with how our giving affects who we become as a person. It looks at the hidden greed that lurks at times in our hearts.

    Excellence In Giving—How It Touches Me 10/17/2010 2 Samuel 24:18-25 Luke 12:13-21 Today we are in the final of 3 messages under Excellence In Giving. Pastor Toby preached on How Our Giving Touches God, Pastor Kellie preached on “How Our Giving Touches Others”, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • Christian Cheong avatar

    Invest In Eternity

    Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jun 11, 2008
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    Are you concerned with earthly possessions or heavenly treasures, with temporary goods or eternal rewards, with self or with people? Be wise and invest in eternity.

    A man has his priorities wrong and Jesus had to tell him this parable to address it. You can be doing nothing wrong and yet not be right. • The farmer wasn’t doing anything sinful but he was not doing it right. • He is hardworking, and probably smart, seeing the way he organises his farm. • He is ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Daniel Villa avatar

    Managing Your Finances The Jesus' Way Series

    Contributed by Daniel Villa on Jun 29, 2008
    based on 18 ratings
     | 29,645 views

    This messages looks at five principles aimed at helping followers of Christ view their finances.

    MANAGING FINANCES THE JESUS’ WAY* Luke 12:13-34 Did you know that in the New Testament, Jesus said more about money than He said about heaven and hell put together? He talked about finances all the time. Out of His 38 parables, 16 of them are about finances—and how to use them and how to keep ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Ricardo Rodriguez avatar

    Your Treasure

    Contributed by Ricardo Rodriguez on Sep 11, 2011
     | 4,266 views

    Money, Selfishness, Treasure in Heaven

    “Your Treasure” 3/20/2011 – Nampa, ID Luke 12:15-21 THEME: COVETOUSNESS WILL NOT SATISFY THE PASSIONS OF THE FLESH “15 And he said unto them, Take heed, and beware of covetousness: for a man's life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth. 16 And ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic