Sermons on Parable Of The Rich Fool:

The Right Way

Contributed by D Marion Clark on Feb 9, 2011

These verses characterize what happens to those who follow the right way of righteousness and wisdom and those who depart it.

Introduction There are two types of people in the world, I am told: those who are Irish and those who wish they were; according to Bob in the movie What About Bob?, they are people who like Neil Diamond and those who do not; there are those who prefer that the toilet paper rolls over the tube and ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 15:6-10

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

According

Contributed by Jeremy Poling on Apr 18, 2012

He has great riches and they are available to us.

1 according 2/26/2012 Eph 3:16 That he would grant you, according to the riches of his glory, to be strengthened with might (dunamis force specifically miraculous power ability, abundance, might strength, violence, mighty wonderful work) by his Spirit in the inner man; Eph 3:17 That Christ may ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:16-20

Denomination: Pentecostal

Message From A Lost Soul

Contributed by Ted Brassard on Jul 24, 2009

This is the only sermon ever preached from Hell

WHAT MAY SEEM TO BE GOOD OUTWARDLY, MAY BE UTTERLY CORRUPT IN THE SIGHT OF GOD (v.19, 22b, 23a) "clothed in purple and fine linen” – color of royalty and cloth of the rich Isaiah 64:6 "..we are all as an unclean thing, and all our righteousness are as filthy rags;" “fared sumptuously every ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Heaven Part Three

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 14, 2010

Before Jesus, where did the souls of those who believed in God go after death?

I Introduction A Before the resurrection of Jesus, where did the souls of those who believed in the God of Israel (Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, etc.) go after they died? 1 When people died under the Old Covenant of the Law, the Bible describes as “gave up the ghost” and were “gathered ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

Wisdom Series

Contributed by Dr Kory Letoa on Sep 29, 2011

The Greatness of Wisdom

Topic: WISDOM'S PRECIOUSNESS Text: Prov. 3:13-20 Christ is the Wisdom of God, and to them that believe He is precious. Those who have put on Christ have such an adorning that all the material glories of earth are not to be compared with it. "She is more precious than rubies." From these verses we ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:13-20

Denomination: Holiness

Give Generously To The Poor

Contributed by James Dina on Nov 16, 2020

A cup of water can quench the thirst of the poor, but a pack of food will turn their hearts to praise the Almighty God. Don't keep it all to yourself, give a portion to those that are in need.

GIVE GENEROUSLY TO THE POOR "Do not withhold good from those to whom it is due, When it is in the power of your hand to do so" (Proverbs 3:27) It is our duty to help those in need and to share what we have with the poor and needy (Hebrews 13:16); this favor is pleasing to Almighty ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 3:27, Proverbs 21:13, Hebrews 13:16

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Significance Of A New Creation-24 Series

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Aug 8, 2017

Part B--xxvii of point 14. Paul commended his apostolic ministry to the Corinthian church thru a list of practical realities. The Practical Realities of Ministry are seen in our Ministry Commendations...

‘The Significance Of A New Creation’--XXIV—2Corinthians 5:9--6:10... 14. The PRACTICAL REALITIES Of MINISTRY-B—2Corinthians 6:3-10... Part B of point 14 in the series. No matter what we do for a living or how we worship together corporately, much more is required to bring about the actuality of ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

Meeting Needs Is His Character

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jan 18, 2020

God doesn't do anything half way….whether in proving needs or pouring out judgment!

Philippians 4:19: "But my God shall supply all your need, according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus." The Promise.......But my God shall supply all your need God hasn’t promised to meet our greeds…but our needs! Just remember, Sometimes God will  give you exactly what you ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:19

Denomination: Baptist

Repentance Of A Con Man

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Oct 28, 2019

Can a con man change? Is it possible for a rich man with ill gotten gains to enter heaven? Let’s look at Luke 19:1-10 and one such man’s repentance.

Can a con man change? Is it possible for a rich man with ill gotten gains to enter heaven? Let’s look at Luke 19:1-10 and one such man’s repentance. Wealth Luke 19:1-4 Jesus entered Jericho and made his way through the town. 2 There was a man there named Zacchaeus. He was the chief tax collector ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Letting Go!?

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Nov 30, 2019

An advent series looking at letting go of what we hold onto which holds us back from experiencing Jesus.

Letting Go?! December 1, 2019 Have you taken inventory lately? As I approach this Christmas season, it seems like I’ve been doing that . . . which leads to this message. Do you have a lot of STUFF in your house? I mean, more stuff than you need? Can people mistake your home with an episode of ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 4:6, Matthew 19:16-22

Denomination: Baptist

True Wealth Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Mar 21, 2020

What are the true riches of life? What does it really mean to be a wealthy person?

What are the true riches of life? What does it really mean to be a wealthy person? In 2 Corinthians 6:10, Paul says, “I have nothing yet possess all things.” Clearly, true wealth in life is not financial wealth. In Proverbs, we are told that having a good name is of more value than great riches. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 3:8-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Managing Money Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jan 11, 2016

There are serious consequences in mishandling money!

Money is the root of all evil! True?? This is often misquoted! 1 Timothy 6:10 is the truth which states that the love of money is the root of all sorts of evil. We talked about this a few weeks ago from the end of James 4; money is a necessity for living; but the love of money, being money ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-6

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"An Invitation To Love"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 21, 2017

A sermon about living in the Kingdom of God.

“An Invitation to Love” Mark 10:17-27 A few summers ago, David Timothy bought an old van with 265,000 miles on it, with the help of his wife and a friend. They named it the SoupMobile and started taking food to the homeless of Dallas, Texas. Timothy had wanted to open a soup kitchen for a long ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-27

Denomination: United Methodist

Temporal Blessings Series

Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Feb 1, 2018

Temporal blessings are gift from God, he enables to earn, enjoy. Never be arrogant but be humble. God never hates the rich but the pride and the ungrateful. God adds many blessings to the smart, hard working people. Poverty is not a curse.

Blessings of the Living God 1 Tim 6:17 Introduction: Paul talks about the salvation, world and other so many problems faced in the Church. Finally, he touched the need of carefulness on the temporal blessings and its perils. No temporal duties can overpower the heavenly duties. Think that many ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:17

Denomination: Methodist

Everything And Nothing

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Feb 27, 2018

This Pharisee had everything by worlds standards and nothing of eternal value by Jesus standards. what do you have and what are you holding unto?

Everything and Nothing Mark chapter 10 Note- This sermon has thoughts and ideas shared from several SermonCentral Preachers and is not considered to be an original. Thank you to all who played a part in its writing. Prayer Introduction- This week Death of Rev. Billy Graham- I knew this day ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-31

Denomination: Nazarene