Sermons on Poor Man:

Kingdom Promised Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 25, 2017

Jesus is talking about His second coming, when He will come in glory to judge the world. This is a great contrast to His first coming when He was abused and despised by the people. But at his second coming we will see the Captain of our salvation coming

-AD 29- Caesarae Philippi Title: Kingdom Promised Matthew 16:27-28, Mark 9:1, Luke 9:26-27) -Matthew- For the Son of Man will come in the glory of His Father with His angels, and then He will reward each according to his works. (Matthew 16:27) Jesus is talking about His second coming, when He ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:27-28, Mark 9:1, Luke 9:26-27

Denomination: Baptist

World’s View Vs Gods Word. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 24, 2023

Let us compare what the world says and what Gods words says about some of the things in the world.

1.The world says be a Leader and grab much power and authority as much as you can but Matthew 20:28 says We are called to be like Jesus who could have come as a king and came in a lowly manner and served others every day of his life. 2. The world says Money is needed to be happy but Ecclesiastes ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 14:1, John 11:25, Ecclesiastes 5:10

Do Not Show Favoritism, A Vital Theological Concept

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on May 27, 2023

James 2:9 "But if you show partiality, you are committing sin and are convicted by the law as transgressors." Leviticus 19:15 “You shall do no injustice in court. You shall not be partial to the poor or defer to the great, but in righteousness shall you judge your neighbor."

"I charge you, in the sight of God and Christ Jesus and the elect angels, to keep these instructions without partiality, and to do nothing out of favoritism." -1 Timothy 5:21 The concept of giving special benefits or special assistance or deference to a particular group is on it's ...read more

Scripture: James 2:9, 1 Timothy 5:21, Leviticus 19:15, Exodus 18:21, Galatians 6:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Salvation Army

Kingdom Values And Our Values: Challenges To A Contemorary Way Of Life

Contributed by Philip Gill on Oct 3, 2007

As the lives of the rich man and Lazarus are reversed by their experience of the Kingdom so our contemorary values are challenged by the call to discipleship.

In the gospel passage this morning there is a great reversal of fortunes for the rich man and Lazarus the poor beggar. Lazarus, after enduring great suffering is taken into heaven, into the bosom of Abraham. This end suggests that he led a faithful life while the rich man is depicted in typical ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Anglican

Shadows, Souls And Where They Go Series

Contributed by Rick Stacy on Feb 28, 2005

1st of 5 messages leading up to Resurrection Sunday. This message is on the Rich Man and Lazarous and focuses on what we know about Hades.

Shadows, Souls, and Where They Go It’s clear that people struggle with death Some are afraid. Some are fatalistic. Some are in denial. Some are just way out there… Looking for some way – any way – out of death and denial of the fact that there is an end to this material universe. Recently I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:22-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Riches To Rags To Riches: The Story Of Christmas”

Contributed by Darren Mccormick on Dec 4, 2006

A Christmas sermon reminding us of how Jesus became poor that we might become rich.

AM Sermon preached at Syria Christian Church December 14, 2003 “Riches to Rags to Riches: the story of Christmas” [SERMON TITLE SLIDE] According to the Atlanta Journal "The Ten Commandments contain 297 words. The Bill of Rights is stated in 463 words. Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address contains ...read more

Scripture: John 1:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

An Interview From Hell

Contributed by Michael Stark on Jan 27, 2022

What would a person in hades ask of us if we were able to hear them? Jesus provides us insight into this dark situation when He reveals what a lost man asked.

“There was a rich man who was clothed in purple and fine linen and who feasted sumptuously every day. And at his gate was laid a poor man named Lazarus, covered with sores, who desired to be fed with what fell from the rich man’s table. Moreover, even the dogs came and licked his sores. The poor ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

Burning Lot In Sodom

Contributed by Ken Durham on May 12, 2005

God has a plan and purpose for our lives even when we make poor choices!

BURNING LOT IN SODOM Genesis 19: 1~29 1. Introduction Have you ever thought that Lot get’s a bad press from most Christians compared to Abraham? Sure, he made a poor choice. It’s also true that he chose to live in a wicked and dangerous place. But God did not abandon him nor does He ever ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 19:1-29

Wise Or Foolish?

Contributed by Perry Greene on May 13, 2014

A lesson on true wisdom and knowledge for graduating seniors.

1. Burger King April Fool's Joke On April 1st, 1998 Burger King published a full page advertisement in an American newspaper announcing the introduction of a new item to their menu: a "Left-Handed Whopper" especially designed for the 32 million left-handed Americans. According to the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 1:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Most Of Vacation Bible Schools Are Not Christ Centered But Man Centered. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 18, 2019

As the summer vacation starts many churches have come up with various vacation programs which they call it as vacation bible school filled with pragmatic, man-centered, entertainment-style programs designed to lure kids and teens into the church..

Baiting the hook with promises of fun and excitement with spectacular worldly events like hip-hop and rock music, cool and fun entertainment, craft time, snack time, or game time and with bunch of unbiblical programs. These people act in entertainment-driven, just like the secular world. Most ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 56:11, 2 Peter 2:3, Matthew 23:25, 1 Corinthians 10:21

Plan B From God Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Dec 18, 2021

God could have written you off as a bad experiment. But your divine friend, now your divine judge, has a plan “B.” He won’t leave you to the nasty existence you chose.

Christmas Christmas is the favorite day of every child. It’s also the favorite of the child that inhabits the center of every adult. So instead of a sermon, let’s play a Christmas adventure game, a game of pretend. Imagine yourself as Adam or Eve. The first Adam, the first Eve. Alive in the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-14

Denomination: Catholic

A Declaration Of Dependence Series

Contributed by Allen James on Jan 17, 2010

Second message in series exploring the first two Beatitudes - "poor in spirit" & "those who mourn".

A Declaration of Dependence • Matthew 5:3-4 • January 16-17 Opening: Quote the Declaration of Independence… We are a country of independence, aren’t we? It's more than a document by our founding fathers... independence is a way of the American life. Think about it... ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Almost! (The Story Of A Man Who Almost Had It All)

Contributed by Kevin L. Jones on May 1, 2016

A sermon examining the tragedy of "almost" surrendering to Christ.

Almost! - (The story of a man who almost had it all) Mark 10:17-22 I read a story about a 62 year old man named William Hyatt. He was found in the Mojave Desert with his face and his hands buried in the sand seeking water. His car had broken down, and he had walked 22 miles through the Desert ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-22

Denomination: Baptist

Lessons From The Rich Man And Lazarus (Luke, Part 8) Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Mar 13, 2022

Jesus often taught in parables and referred to them as such, but in this passage there is no mention of it being a parable ... this is the story of an actual event, and He makes it very clear that each of us has a choice on where we will spend eternity, because our life choices do matter.

Lessons from the Rich Man and Lazarus (Luke, Part 8) Luke 16:19-31 Introduction / Recap - The study of Luke is an interesting one for believers to explore -- We see Luke’s interest in humanity (it’s genuine, rem: career as a physician) -- We also get to experience how Jesus interacts with ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Holiness – Part 2 – You Be Holy Series

Contributed by John Bright on Jun 22, 2023

In the Wesleyan tradition, we rely on a clear understanding of holiness. This series clears ups some modern-day misunderstandings. Teaching sheet at end of sermon.

"Holiness – Part 2 – You be Holy" 2 Peter 1:2-4 Pastor John Bright 2 Peter 1 “2 Grace and peace be multiplied to you in the knowledge of God and of Jesus our Lord, 3 as His divine power has given to us all things that pertain to life and godliness, through the knowledge of Him who ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:2-4, Psalm 139:13-14, John 6:44, Genesis 1:27, Galatians 5:19-25, 2 Corinthians 3:17-18, Colossians 3:8-11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Methodist