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  • Freddy Fritz avatar

    Rich Toward God Series

    Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Sep 21, 2018
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     | 13,860 views

    The sin of covetousness in Luke 12:13-21 warns us against the danger of greed.

    Scripture Three weeks ago I began a series of messages that I am calling, “Lay Up Treasures in Heaven.” Today, I want to examine the parable of the rich fool in Luke 12:13-21. During Jesus’ final few months of life he journeyed from Galilee to Jerusalem, where he would be crucified. While ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

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    Poor Stewardship Is Dangerous Series

    Contributed by Doug Fannon on Oct 1, 2018
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     | 10,321 views

    Anything that that pulls us a way from God is dangerous to our spiritual health and well-being. What will degrade our stewardship to God? Greed. The Bible calls it covetousness.

    Video: Possessions (1:10 min - available on SermonCentral) I want to begin by asking a very simple question: Do you own your possessions, or do your possession own you? Think on that for bit. The message today will deal with all our stuff. What do we do with it all? Is all our time taken up ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Too Much Of A Good Thing

    Contributed by J Bernard Taylor on Sep 30, 2022
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     | 2,843 views

    There are many things in life which are good to have. But it is possible to have too much of a good thing

    TOO MUCH OF A GOOD THING Luke 12: 13-21 Introduction There are many things in life that good to have.It is to have enough money to provide for ourselves and our families.It is good to have a comfortable home to provide safety and well-being.It is good to have a job which is suitable for our ...read more

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    Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

  • John Bright avatar

    Parable Of The Rich Fool Series

    Contributed by John Bright on Oct 17, 2022
     | 2,059 views

    Working through the Gospel of Luke using consecutive expository preaching. Teaching sheet included at end of text.

    "Parable of the Rich Fool" Luke 12:13-21 A sermon for 8/7/22 - Ninth Sunday after Pentecost Pastor John Bright Luke 12 “13 Then one from the crowd said to Him, “Teacher, tell my brother to divide the inheritance with me.” 14 But He said to him, “Man, who made Me a judge or an ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • W Pat Cunningham avatar

    Jesus Is Stripped Of Everything For Us Series

    Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 11, 2022
     | 1,943 views

    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

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    Denomination: Catholic

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    To Follow Jesus, We Need To Put Our Priorities In The Right Order Series

    Contributed by Dr. Dave Hartson on Aug 24, 2021
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     | 5,234 views

    Have you ever stopped for a minute and looked closely at your life? If you have, you might have concluded that "I have a lot going on." In this day and time, who doesn't? After asking that question, the next step should be to ask yourself the question, "What matters most?"

    Introduction: Have you ever stopped for a minute and looked closely at your life? If you have, you might have concluded that "I have a lot going on." In this day and time, who doesn't? After asking that question, the next step should be to ask yourself the question, "What ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Sunday After Thanksgiving - Where Is Your Heart?

    Contributed by William Akehurst on Nov 27, 2023
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    We just celebrated Thanksgiving, and the very next day, people are fighting each other for the sales on Black Friday. What happened? Where is your heart? What treasures are you seeking? Where are you storing your treasure? What are you storing in heaven?

    2023.11.26.Sermon Notes. Sunday after Thanksgiving – Where’s your heart? William Akehurst, HSWC BIG IDEA: We just celebrated Thanksgiving, and the very next day, people are fighting each other for the sales on Black Friday. What happened? Where is your heart? What treasures are you seeking? Where ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    "I” Trouble

    Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 3, 2021
     | 1,962 views

    Have you ever had “I” trouble? What can cause “I” trouble? Three things come to mine: Displacement, Distraction, and Distortion.

    Luke 12:13-21  Someone in the crowd said to him, “Teacher, tell my brother to divide the inheritance with me.”  (14)  But he said to him, “Man, who made me a judge or arbitrator over you?”  (15)  And he said to them, “Take care, and be on your guard against all ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

  • Denn Guptill avatar

    The Reality Of The Treasure Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Mar 7, 2021
     | 2,755 views

    This is the first of four messages looking at the Parable of the Foolish Rich Man. It was part of our annual Money Month

    When you think of a treasure, what crosses your mind? Perhaps something buried by a pirate? When I was a boy, when I thought about treasure, I thought about Jim Hawkins and Long John Silver from Robert Louis Stevenson’s novel “Treasure Island”. By the way, Long John Silver was the ship’s cook, not ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    It Came From Within: Greed Series

    Contributed by Joshua Blackmon on Mar 10, 2021
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    This sermon is adapted from Andy Stanley's book "Enemies of the Heart." It is about the idol of greed and how the habit of generosity overthrows it.

    It Came From Within: Greed Introduction Luke 12:15-21 NIV 15 Then he said to them, “Watch out! Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; life does not consist in an abundance of possessions.” 16 And he told them this parable: “The ground of a certain rich man yielded an abundant ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Strategy Of The Treasure Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Mar 14, 2021
     | 2,669 views

    This is part two of a four part series on this passage. It looks at how we deal with the treasure God has entrusted us with.

    Last week we started with tales of treasure and tales of pirates. Which reminds me, do you know why pirates are called pirates? Because they arrgg. That was free. So here we are. Week two of Money Month! In case you weren't here last week or if you are new to Cornerstone, I made a decision ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

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    "greed"

    Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 20, 2021
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,400 views

    A stewardship sermon.

    “Greed” Luke 12:13-21 In our Gospel Lesson for this morning, Jesus is starting to gain a lot of followers. He is becoming influential. Crowds are surrounding Him and hanging on His every Word. Most people view Him as being a Jewish Rabbi and it was normal, back then, for Rabbi’s to settle ...read more

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    Denomination: United Methodist

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    Beware Of Covetousness

    Contributed by Bishop Prof. Julius Soyinka on Nov 17, 2021
    based on 2 ratings
     | 6,740 views

    Covetousness is described by Jesus as getting rich towards self, without getting rich towards God.. Christians are warned to take heed and beware of it.

    Beware of Covetousness Study Text: Luke 12: 13 - 21 Introduction: - A man interrupted Jesus in His sermon with the matters of inheritance and his brother, rather than listening to the sermon. - Jesus said to this man, “A man’s life consisteth not in the abundance of things which he ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

  • Benjamin Utomo avatar

    If God Wills

    Contributed by Benjamin Utomo on Jan 1, 2022
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     | 4,006 views

    Many live under the illusion that we'll be able to live the good life with the right strategy, the proper techniques, and enough discipline. The reality? James says we are not in control of our lives.

    Opening: One day, a young man saw a sign at a restaurant that said, "Free Lunch Tomorrow." The next day he brought his friends to have lunch at the restaurant. When they finished eating, a waiter came to him with the bill of $100 to pay. He was surprised and didn't want to pay. He ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    In Terms Of Eternity

    Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Jun 11, 2023
     | 1,505 views

    The Bible teaches that after death (Hebrews 9:27), we will face judgment and enter eternity, either heaven or hell. Consider what that means and how it should motivate us to spread the Gospel in these last days.

    The Bible teaches that from the moment we are conceived, we are destined to live forever (Psalm 61:7; Daniel 12:2; Matthew 25:46: Romans 2:7). The LORD God Almighty saw fit to create us, give us meaning, a purpose, and conscience to use for His glory and our benefit (Psalm 73:25-28; Romans ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist