Sermons on Rich And Poor:

A Sinful Man, A Foolish Man, And A Wise Man

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Dec 1, 2006

Three different men are described in Proverbs 29. Take your choice.

INTRO.- ILL.- You know its going to be a bad day ahead when... - You wake up face down on the pavement. - You call suicide prevention and they put you on hold. - Your birthday cake collapses from the weight of the candles. - You want to put on the clothes you wore home from the party and there ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:6-11, Proverbs 29:5-10

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Ephesians: Our Identity In Christ

Contributed by Scott Spencer on Sep 6, 2014

Do you understand what it means to experience the riches of God's grace in Christ? In this passage we will see something of what God has given to us in Christ.

Ephesians: Our Identity In Christ Part 2 Christ: The Sum of All Ephesians 1:7-12 In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of His grace, which He lavished upon us. In all wisdom and insight He made known to us the mystery of His will, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:7-12

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

How To Appropriate God's Grace

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

2 Cor. 8:9 - You know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ that though He was rich, yet for our sake became poor that we through His poverty might become rich.

2 Cor. 8:9 - You know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ that though He was rich, yet for our sake became poor that we through His poverty might become rich. 1. Grace is an expression of God's favor given to us freely at Christ's expense. Nothing we do can make God love us more. There is nothing ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Great Reversal

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Sep 26, 2016

Do we even care? Or are we so busy accumulating wealth and looking for healing for ourselves, that we don't even see the destitute poor?

Intro Are compassion and money incompatible? Goal Let’s learn how important God considers our care of the less fortunate. Sermon Plan Let’s discuss Luke 16:19-31, an unnamed rich man and a famous beggar, Lazarus. We will learn about the dangers of the hard-hearted, selfish use of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Baptist

Clothe The Naked

Contributed by Craig Condon on Aug 4, 2015

Christ's call to serve is unique for each and every believer. He will give us the situation, the words and the ability to do what He wants us to do. He is the one who makes a difference. We are tools to be used by Him.

“I was shivering, and you gave me clothes…” Martin of Tours was a Roman soldier and a Christian. One cold winter day, as he was entering a city, a beggar stopped him and asked for money. Martin had no money, but the beggar was blue and shivering with cold and Martin gave him what ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

Denomination: Anglican

How To Make The Most With Your Money

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Sep 16, 2006

Realize that the accumulation of wealth is a vain attempt to find satisfaction. Solomon wrote, "Labor not to be rich: cease from your own wisdom. Will you set your eyes on that which is not? For riches certainly will make wings for themselves; they fly aw

How Can the Lord Help You Overcome Problems Related to Money? by Paul Fritz Proverbs 11:28-11:28 1. Concentrate on being more spiritually productive allowing the Lord to provide to you whatever is necessary rather than what you think you. Solomon wrote, "Whoever trusts in his riches will fall, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:28-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Where Is Meaning? Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Jan 27, 2023

Today many are re-evaluating the lifestyle of seeking pleasure. The rich and famous are coming to the same conclusion of another rich and famous person Solomon, “meaningless”.

People try all avenues to bring meaning and purpose to their life. I said to myself, “Come now, I will test you with pleasure to find out what is good.” But that also proved to be meaningless. (Ecclesiastes 2:1) You name any field, professional sports, business, politics and if you do just a ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Don’t Leave The Poor Man At The Gate

Contributed by Rodney Johnson Sr., on Nov 29, 2005

The ultimate measure of our love for God is a derivitive of our compasion for others.

The time was about 3:pm.;Peter and John went to the temple to pray. No mention of the man’s name or his family. But much is said about his condtion and his daily plea for human sympathy. This certain man was lame from birth. Everywhere he went he was carried by some descent folk of his day. The ...read more

Scripture: Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

The Beatitudes (Part 1 - "Blesed Are The Poor In Spirit")

Contributed by Dana Visneskie on Sep 7, 2004

This is the first message in my sermon series on the Beatitudes entitled, Blessed Are The Poor In Spirit. I explain first what poor in Spirit is not, then I define what it is and give 3 areas to see if the believer is living this truth.

Title: (Sermon Series) - The Beatitudes (Blessed Are The Poor In Spirit) Text: Matt 5:1-12 - (Key Verse 3) Pray!!! Read Text!!! Introduction: - We are starting a new and exciting sermon series on the Beatitudes contained in Jesus Sermon on the Mount. (Matt 5-7) - It was the beginning of His ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Pentecostal

The General And The Poor Girl:a Story Of Healing

Contributed by Dee Dowdy on Sep 14, 2012

This sermon teaches us that we can be invloved in the "healing" of others.

Bernabé (José)--hijo de consolación un hermanos que siempre buscaba animar a los demás. Hch.. 4:36,37 36 Entonces José, quien por los apóstoles era llamado Bernabé (que significa hijo de consolación) y quien era levita, natural de Chipre, 37 como tenía un campo, lo vendió, trajo el dinero y lo ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-15

Denomination: United Methodist

Prescription For Happiness Sermon I: Be Poor In Spirit Series

Contributed by Charles Cunningham on Dec 21, 2019

Who doesn't want to be happy! Jesus had pity on folks searching for happiness, so "How to be Happy" was the first lesson he taught in his Sermon on the Mount. He said to start with an attitude of dependence on the Lord!

PRESCRIPTION FOR HAPPINESS The Beatitudes – Matthew 5:1-12 Everybody I know wants to be happy. However, it appears to me that some folks may not understand what true ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12, Matthew 5:3

Give Me Your Tired, Your Poor...

Contributed by Jonathan Meyer on Nov 2, 2017

Jesus offers rest to His followers--from the troubles of the world, yes, but especially from the burdensome weight (the yoke) of the Law.

One of the highlights of our trip to Germany—beyond all of the historical Luther sites and exhibits—was the opportunity to visit the city of Osnabruck. There’s nothing of particular importance for Lutherans about Osnabruck. We visited purely for my own sake. My branch of the Meyer family came ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 11:25-30, Romans 7:14-25

Denomination: Lutheran

The God Who Raises The Poor From Dust Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 26, 2025

God is not indifferent to the condition of the poor and the lowly. He is the lifter of men, the One who delights in transforming lives and reversing negative conditions.

THE GOD WHO RAISES THE POOR FROM DUST By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Samuel 2:8 Supporting Texts: Psalm 113:7-8, Isaiah 41:17-20, Job 36:7, Luke 1:52, James 1:9 INTRODUCTION: God is not indifferent to the condition of the poor and the lowly. He is the lifter of men, the One who delights in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 2:8

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Rich Fool – Balancing The Temporal With The Eternal Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on Feb 11, 2002

Jesus told a story in Luke’s Gospel to teach us to balance the temporary with the eternal.

INTRODUCTION Sermonic Theme Opening Statement: There are many literary forms used in the Bible. There is poetry, proverb, legal document, dramatic narrative, hymn, sermon, theological treatise, personal letter, and apocalyptic vision. And sprinkled into all of these genres are figures of speech ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:16-21

What The Riches Of God's Grace Provides

Contributed by Kenneth Trent on Feb 21, 2004

The riches of God’s grace provides countless blessings for the child of God. Let’s look at four great riches of His amazing grace.

WHAT THE RICHES OF GOD’S GRACE PROVIDES “…to the praise of the glory of His grace, by which He has made us accepted in the Beloved. In Him we have redemption through His blood, the forgiveness of sins, according to the riches of His grace.” Ephesians 1:6-7 (NKJV) The riches of God’s grace ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:6-7

Denomination: Baptist