Sermons on Luke 12:1-13:6:

Living A Life Of Faithfulness

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Oct 30, 2005

1. Christ’s delay should cause watchfulness, not forgetfulness. 2. Faithfulness is measured in terms of relationships.

“[Jesus said,] ‘You also must be ready, because the Son of Man will come at an hour when you do not expect him.’ Peter asked, ‘Lord, are you telling this parable to us, or to everyone?’ The Lord answered, ‘Who then is the faithful and wise manager, whom the master puts in charge of his servants ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:40-48

Denomination: Methodist

The Peace Of God

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Nov 12, 2005

Paul provides four keys to experiencing the inward and abiding peace that only God can give.

In our last study, as we considered the first five verses of this last Chapter of the Philippian letter, we saw how that Paul urged the importance of there being “harmony in the Lord.” That is, the Apostle stressed the necessity of their being peace between members of the Body of Christ. There ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:6-9, Philippians 4:6, Matthew 5:9, Luke 12:25-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Prince Of Peace...?

Contributed by Chris Tiller on Nov 15, 2005

A look at Jesus’ statements about coming to bring not peace, but division.

With this speech, Jesus certainly grabs our attention. “Do you think that I have come to bring peace on earth? No, I tell you, but division.” It’s not exactly what most of us come to church on Sunday morning hoping to hear. To a large extent our families are what make us who we are, where we ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-53

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

How To Have A Wise Thanksgiving

Contributed by Johann Neethling on Nov 19, 2005

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

The Man With Six I's

Contributed by Richard Goble on Jan 14, 2008

Covetousness will not satisfy the passions of the flesh.

Title: The Man With Six I’s The Parable Of The Rich Fool Text: Luke 12:15-21 Theme: Covetousness will not satisfy the passions of the flesh. Introduction: Jesus and Money Jesus talked a great deal about money. Sixteen of the thirty-eight parables were concerned with how to handle money and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

Beauty And The Beast Pt.3 Series

Contributed by Mark Perryman on Apr 18, 2008

The 3rd fairy tale we will look at: "Possessions are powerless."

INTRO: Thought: How many possessions does a man need? Tolstoy writes a story about a man who lived in Russia who worked for and finally accumulated 1300 acres. His passion was to accumulate land. A stranger came by one day and told him about land in the East where you could have what you could walk ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Pt. 1--Dot Biz: The Church's Business Series

Contributed by Rob Culler on Apr 26, 2008

There are approximately 1.64 million computers in the United States. 69% of US households have internet access. Many people understand computer lingo. Our contemporary service is called "the gathering." This series of messages explores the purposes of

The Church in a Wired World: Part 1 How do we fit in? thegathering@trinity *Sounds like the start of an e-mail address *“thegathering” identifies this group *“@trinity” identifies this church *How do we finish the address? E-mail & Web address ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:29-30

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Embrace Eternity Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on May 1, 2008

Today is a good day to look beyond and ask, "What then?"

Title: Embrace Eternity Text: Luke 12:13-21 Thesis: Today is a good day to look beyond and ask, “Then what?” Series Introduction; Tim McGraw’s hit song Live Like You Were Dying, is the springboard for the current series of messages. The song is the story of a man who learned he was dying of a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Money Series

Contributed by Steven Spillman on May 2, 2008

“I’ve been rich and I’ve been poor and believe me, rich is better.” My dad told me that.

“I’ve been rich and I’ve been poor and believe me, rich is better.” My dad told me that. I’ve mentioned it before. He was just kidding around when he said it and he sure wasn’t rich, but the saying stuck with me. Funny how some things stick, isn’t it? Everybody’s got an opinion about money. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:48

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Bearing Fruits Of Repentance Series

Contributed by Matthew Stoll on Mar 21, 2007

Jesus teaches that all need to repent and demonstrate that repentance through their changed lives (fruit).

We have entered the season of the Christian calendar we call Lent, which is the 40 days (not including Sundays) before Easter. During Lent we begin the journey to the cross with Jesus. In Luke 9:51 it tells us NRS Luke 9:51 When the days drew near for him [Jesus] to be taken up, he set his face ...read more

Scripture: Luke 13:1-9

Denomination: Methodist

Does God Really Care?

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Mar 26, 2007

If God is concerned about the well-being of the little sparrow, how much more is He concerned about the well-being of His children?

DOES GOD REALLY CARE? “Are not five sparrows sold for two pennies? Yet not one of them is forgotten by God. Indeed, the very hairs of your head are all numbered. Don’t be afraid; you are worth more than many sparrows.” Luke 12:6-7 A hymn that I often recall answers the question our sermon title ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:6-7

Denomination: Baptist

How To Leave A Christian Legacy Series

Contributed by Randy Hamel on Oct 27, 2008

Message looks at the parable Jesus gives as a warning that storing up treasures on earth is foolish. Christians are to store up treasures in heaven.

Series – Managing Well Message one ‘How to leave a Christian legacy’ Luke 12:13-21 (NIV) Opening Story On the website www.askmen.com participants were asked to rank in their opinion the most influential men in 2007. Their rankings were: 1. David Beckham. David is a soccer player for the Los ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Who Do You Fear The Most? Series

Contributed by Paul Wallace on Oct 28, 2008

Do you fear God or people the most? Are you a pleaser of God or people?

Who Do You Fear MOST? (Fear of the Lord part 2) Fear of the Lord or Fear of Man Pleaser of God or Pleaser of Man Luke 12:1-12 1 Meanwhile, the crowds grew until thousands were milling about and crushing each other. Jesus turned first to his disciples and warned them, "Beware of the yeast of the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:1-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Kindled Fire Of Love

Contributed by Matthew Olanrewaju on Aug 19, 2007

The Fire that Jesus brings to the earth is a Fire of love, not the consuming fire of destruction such that destroyed Sodom and Gomorah, however, it’s impact burns in the hearts of the hearers and causes them to judge their own deeds which results in confl

Let’s put it this way, it’s not nice to hear any message of destruction, talk less of destruction by bringing fire to the earth. If Jesus was walking the streets of California, Los Angeles, London and Paris with that kind of message he would be number one on the FBI list of wanted persons. Well in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:49-53

Denomination: Methodist

What's Your Focus

Contributed by Mark Bauer on Aug 20, 2007

Do we focus on ourselves or Do we focus on God?

“Magic Eye” pictures You and I have seen them in the Sunday comics and on book counters, These pictures look like a mess of colored dots and lines. Supposedly, if you stare at one long enough a picture will emerge. People either see it or they don’t. Those who see it, … are thrilled. The images ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Lutheran