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The Rich Fool

Contributed by Joel Santos on Jul 18, 2007

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The rich man prided himself on his intelligence, his success, his efficiency and foresight. He had plans to ensure his comfort for years. But God calls him a ’fool’.

The Rich Fool Luke 12:13-34 Jesus is preaching mainly about the Pharisees (see 11 :37, 45;12:1). Suddenly a man shouts out from the crowd. ’Tell my brother to divide the inheritance with me,’ he calls out. While Jesus is preaching, the man is thinking about a family quarrel in which his brother ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Faithfulness

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Aug 6, 2007

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A sermon for the 11th Sunday after Pentecost Waiting for Jesus to come again

11th Sunday after Pentecost Proper 14 August 12 Lectionary 19 Luke 12:32-40 Genesis 15:1-6 Faithfulness "Fear not, little flock, for it is your Father’s good pleasure to give you the kingdom. Sell your possessions, and give alms; provide yourselves with purses that do not grow old, with a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:32-40

Denomination: Lutheran

Where Is Your Treasure?

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Aug 10, 2007

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This sermon deals with our faithfulness in living out our faith while anticipating the return of Christ Jesus.

Luke 12: 32 – 40 – Where Is Your Treasure Intro: Long ago, in a kingdom far, far away, a rich king hired a “fool” to entertain him and make him laugh when he was sad. He gave the fool a golden scepter and told him that when he met a greater fool than he, to pass the golden scepter to that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:32-40

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Kingdom Is God's Gift To The Church, Not Individuals

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Aug 11, 2007

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I preached this sermon for the 11th Sunday After Pentecost, Proper 14, following an few weeks off with disability due to a medical procedure.

11th Sunday after Pentecost [Pr. 14] August 12, 2007 “Series C” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Blessed are you, O Lord our God, Creator of the Universe. You have made every orb of creation and have cast them spinning into ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:32-40

Denomination: Lutheran

Be Dressed For Action

Contributed by Matthew Olanrewaju on Aug 13, 2007

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Jesus calls us to be ready for his return.A military Officer who goes on to the field of action without his sword is considered not ’properly dressed for action’ so are Christians who venture in to this realm of darkness without having their lamps lit.

Father William Bausch told a story of a boy who one morning had arrived very early at school and waited patiently at the door. Next to arrive was a lady who was surprised that this youngster had arrived so early. "It’s locked" the pupil said as the teacher tried the door. She began to fumble for ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:32-40

Denomination: Methodist

Perseverance Pays Off Series

Contributed by Kevin Ruffcorn on Aug 14, 2007

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Christian discipleship involved watchfullness, and watchfullness involves perseverance. Christians are called to focused, fearless faith

Luke 12:32-40 “Perseverance Pays Off” INTRODUCTION It is difficult to believe that the beginning of a new school year is upon us. For the past several weeks we seen advertisements for back to school specials, and have noticed the aisles stocked with school supplies at the stores where we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:32-40

Denomination: Lutheran

Are You Ready?

Contributed by Carl Benge on Aug 25, 2007

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A sermon on being ready to come face to face with God.

This summer I have performed two weddings, and a constant theme that ran through both for preparation was time. The closer the date became the more the couple, especially the brides, realized they had so much to do and little time to get it done. In the end both weddings went off without too ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:32-40

Denomination: Methodist

Faith In Action

Contributed by Austin Mansfield on Sep 18, 2007

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We all have it. Some more than others. Some people want more of it, while others try to deny having any of it at all. We rely on it to get us through each day, and it’s our key to eternal life.

Other Scripture used: Genesis 15:1-6 Hebrews 11:1-3(4-7)8-16 Luke 12:32-40 Psalm 33 or 33:12-15, 18-22 In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. May the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart be acceptable to you, Lord, my rock and my redeemer. Amen. (Psalm ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:32-40

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

How To Have A Wise Thanksgiving

Contributed by Johann Neethling on Nov 19, 2005

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Three lessons stand out in the story of the rich "Fool", that if applied, will enable us to have a "Wise Thanksgiving"

HOW TO HAVE A WISE THANKSGIVING Luke 12: 13-34 Intro: My message to you this morning is entitled, "How to have a wise thanksgiving". In my preparation I came across this story that may speak to numbers of you this morning as you are busy making your plans and preparations for Thanksgiving. A ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-34

Denomination: United Methodist

Treasure In Heaven

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Dec 19, 2006

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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

Be Alert For Jesus' Return

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Sep 9, 2006

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Pentecost 12(C) - Be alert for Jesus’ return without any fear and by always being prepared.

BE ALERT FOR JESUS’ RETURN August 27, 2006 - PENTECOST 12 - Luke 12:32-40 * * * * * * * * Fellow Redeemed and Saints in the Lord: We are a nation that is watchful. Consider the events of one day last week. During one day 7 different flights were re-routed ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:32-40

Denomination: Lutheran

Beware Covetousness

Contributed by Don Parmely on Sep 11, 2006

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Jesus warns us in the strongest language to beware of covetousness. The inordinate desire to accumulate wealth will kill our souls.

Beware Covetousness by Rev. Don R. Parmely Text: Luke 12:13-34 I.Introduction A.We are on the eve of remembering the terrorists’ attack of September 11, 2006. 1.Do you remember where you were? 2.Do you remember your thoughts? 3.Do you remember what your church did in response? 4.Did the church ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-34

Denomination: Pentecostal

Finding Your Way Back Home...again

Contributed by Richard Laraviere on Aug 9, 2008

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Finding our way back to relationship with our heavenly father not so much when we have sinned as just wandered away

Finding Your Way Back Home…. AGAIN Opening: 1. I was taking time to read again the Word last evening and the freshness of the word just washed over me and then I realized it had been awhile since I had actually held the word in my hands and was reading. I needed to again come back to center ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-34

Denomination: Mennonite

The Gift Of The Kingdom

Contributed by Chris Surber on Apr 2, 2009

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A sermon for Palm Sunday. We don’t have to worry in this life because we have received the gift of the Kingdom of God!

The Gift of the Kingdom! Luke 12:22-34 Introduction A certain man and his wife were taking their turn at what the man called “baby duty” in the church nursery. The man explains that “She does the diaper changes, I hold the babies when they are clean. It’s my idea of a fair division of labor. But ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:22-34

Denomination: Christian Church

Parable Of The Rich Fool Series

Contributed by David Blizzard on Jul 1, 2004

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What happens when a man does not plan for eternity.This parable deals with the sin of covetousness.

THE PARABLE OF THE RICH FOOL Luke 12:13-34 How would you finish this statement, “A man’s life is measured by _______________”? Paul said the commandment; “Thou shalt not covet” was the commandment that convicted him (Romans 7:7).What is covetousness? Your worth is not measured by your possessions ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-34

Denomination: Baptist

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