Sermons on Luke 12:12-16:

Palm Sunday, Expectations. Series

Contributed by Andrew Moffatt on Apr 8, 2015

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

Scripture: Luke 12:12-19, Mark 11:8, Zechariah 9:9-11, John 12:13, Matthew 2:9, Revelation 19:11-16, John 11:49  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

The Man Who Lived And Died A Fool

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Apr 20, 2015

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

Scripture: Luke 12:16-20

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus Is Stripped Of Everything For Us Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 11, 2022

His dignity was stripped little by little from Him.

The Tenth Station: Jesus Stripped of His Garments (Those of us who have had the privilege and honor of a pilgrimage to the Holy Land always make Jerusalem part of the holy time. There, although the Jewish Temple has been replaced by a grand mosque, we can see the very places we read about in the ...read more

Scripture: James 5:2-4, Luke 12:16-21, Genesis 37:23, John 20:23-24, Luke 22:35  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Catholic

The Fear Of God - The Missing Foundation In Modern Christianity Series

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Dec 17, 2020

In this day of "fluff and icing", "feel good", "me-centered" beliefs, sermons, and teachings, the church in this present age has, for all practical purposes, abandoned the call for holiness and separation from the world.

We who call ourselves followers of Jesus Christ in these last days have, for all practical purposes, allowed the world to tell us what to think and say when it comes to the authority of the Scriptures, the person and work of Jesus, God's nature, and the coming judgment upon this wicked and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21, 1 Corinthians 3:11-18, 2 Timothy 3:1-8, John 14:6, 1 John 2:15-17, Revelation 19:11-21, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Acts 4:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

Persecution - Are You Ready For It?

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Jan 9, 2021

We in America do not have any real experience with religious persecution like we find in other countries. However, over the past decades we have seen reverence for the name of Jesus become mockery. What will we do when proclaiming Jesus becomes outlawed?

Persecution - Are You Ready For It? Please stand with me as we go over our current memory Scripture: Psalm 1:1-2 “Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked or stand in the way of sinners or sit in the seat of mockers. But his delight is in the Law of the LORD, and on His ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:1-12, Numbers 32:23, John 3:17, 2 Timothy 2:11-13, Acts 5:41, Revelation 1:9, Matthew 10:39, John 14:2-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Nazarene

Therefore, Do Not Be Anxious!

Contributed by Simon Bartlett on Feb 11, 2021

Jesus isn't simply telling us not to be anxious. He's calling us to have a completely different attitude towards material possessions and material needs from the rich fool; to be confident in God and in that confidence, to be rich towards God and others.

‘Do not be anxious.’ That’s what Jesus told his disciples. If only! we might think. Can we banish anxiety from our hearts simply because Jesus tells us to? We’re in a series in Luke, following Jesus and his disciples on their journey from Galilee down to Jerusalem. Their journey starts in Luke ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-34, Matthew 25:31-46, Luke 18:22, Luke 19:8-9, Matthew 10:29  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Wisdom Of Jesus Series

Contributed by Rev Kenneth Roach on Feb 21, 2021

Part of a Lent series

During Lent we are encouraged to think more deeply about Jesus, his teachings, works and the real meaning of the cross and resurrection. The first response to Jesus was:- “ rabbi, you are a teacher sent by God” ( John 3:2). If we had been better students of his wisdom, the world would be a much ...read more

Scripture: John 3:2, Luke 12:15

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

Hoarder Or Steward? Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Mar 26, 2022

This parable illustrates the deceitfulness of guarded wealth. It is a stewardship parable, in the fact that it addresses the issue of our use of resources, both monetary and spiritual. The lesson we will learn is “use it, or lose it.”

This morning’s message is entitled “Hoarder or Steward?” O. S. Hawkins, who is with GuideStone Financial Resources of the Southern Baptist Convention, asks, “At the end of your life will you be considered a hoarder or a steward?”(1) We’re going to look at a parable this morning; one which is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

Seeking Self-Justification Series

Contributed by Mary Erickson on Mar 30, 2022

Part of a Lenten Sermon Series on people in the gospels who seek out Jesus. This week we consider less than pure motivations in “Seeking Self-Justification.” We hear the story of a man who wants Jesus to settle a dispute between him and his brother.

March 30, 2022 Hope Lutheran Church Rev. Mary Erickson Luke 12:13-21 Seeking Self-Justification Friends, may grace and peace be yours in abundance in the knowledge of God and Christ Jesus our Lord. Why do we seek Jesus? For direction, for help, for forgiveness. There are many reasons. And if ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Lutheran

The Road To Happiness, Joy And Peace

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Mar 31, 2022

The multitude, like many today had gotten their priorities confused. So much time is spent worrying about "things" that we lose sight of what truly matters and leads to happiness. We seek gold while dismissing God. We seek health while neglecting holiness.

Sermon – The Road To Happiness Luke 6:20-26 “And he lifted up his eyes on his disciples, and said, Blessed be ye poor: for yours is the kingdom of God. 21 Blessed are ye that hunger now: for ye shall be filled. Blessed are ye that weep now: for ye shall laugh. 22 Blessed are ye, when men shall hate ...read more

Scripture: Luke 6:20-26, Psalm 34:18, Psalm 107:9, Revelation 21:4, Luke 12:16-23  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist

Tomorrow Is Not Yours

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on May 23, 2022

Yesterday is a memory. Today is in your hands. Tomorrow is not yours. The breath in you is not yours. Your life is in God's hand; you are alive because the breath of God sustains you.

TEXT: Luke 12:16-21 "Then he told them a story: “A rich man had a fertile farm that produced fine crops. He said to himself, ‘What should I do? I don’t have room for all my crops. ’Then he said, ‘I know! I’ll tear down my barns and build bigger ones. Then I’ll have room enough to store all my ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:16-21, Job 12:10, Luke 16:20-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

Preparing To Live; Ready To Die Series

Contributed by Dan Proctor on Jun 27, 2016

Our text today will be Luke 12:15-21. This text is one of Christ’s parables about a man described by two phrases.

Preparing to Live; Ready to Die Luke 12:15-21 Introduction: 1. Our text today will be Luke 12:15-21. This text is one of Christ’s parables about a man described by two phrases. • A “rich man.” vs. 16 • A “fool.” vs. 20 2. On this earth, money talks. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:15-21

Denomination: Bible Church

Transformed: Financial Health Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jul 10, 2016

TRANSFORMED: Financial Health – Luke chapter 12 verses 13-21 – sermon by Gordon Curley PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). An Inappropriate Interruption (vs 13). (2). An Unexpected Answer (vs 14). (3). An Intelligent Insight (vs 17-20): • (3a). In planning for himself, he forgot his neighbour (vs 17-19) • (3b). In considering his goods, he forgot the giver (vs 20). • (3c). In ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Brethren

Thinking Jesus Style Series

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Jul 13, 2016

In answering the young man's question concerning his inheritance Jesus focuses on two deep truths: 1. Who we are is more important that what we possess 2. We are to worship the Creator and not the Creation

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21 and Colossians 3:1-17 Title: Just Thinking Like Jesus Proposition: In answering the young man's question concerning his inheritance Jesus focuses on two deep truths: 1. Who we are is more important that what we possess 2. We are to worship the Creator and not the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Nazarene