Sermons on Rich Land:

"going Through The Eye Of A Needle"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 3, 2023

A sermon about the impossible becoming possible through God.

“Going Through the Eye of a Needle” Mark 10:17-31 Our Gospel lesson for this morning starts out with a bit of irony. What do I mean by that? The story begins with these words: “As Jesus started on his way…” “On his way,” is a code phrase for Jesus’ journey to Jerusalem. It’s Jesus’ final ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-31

Denomination: United Methodist

Why Church? #1 Posing As Paupers Series

Contributed by Robert Malcolm on Jan 8, 2025

For in Christ Jesus, we have countless spiritual blessings! However, many of these blessings go unused. Blessings that are wonderful, but unappreciated by many

~ Intro: Have you ever heard of "Hetty" Green, known as "America's Greatest Miser"? She died in 1916, and left an estate worth over $100 million (almost 2.8 billion today) $2,865,431,192.66. Yet, it is said that... • She ate oatmeal cold, because it costs to heat it • Her ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

The Way Of Wisdom Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 28, 2025

In Proverbs 8:17-21, in order to find The Way of Wisdom, in three ways we must 1) Pursue Purposefully (Proverbs 8:17-18), 2) Prioritize Priceless Treasures (Proverbs 8:19) and 3) Pledge to Walk Righteously (Proverbs 8:20-21).

Proverbs 8:17-21. 17 I love those who love me, and those who seek me diligently find me. 18 Riches and honor are with me, enduring wealth and righteousness. 19 My fruit is better than gold, even fine gold, and my yield than choice silver. 20 I walk in the way of righteousness, in the paths of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 8:17-21

Denomination: Other

Look Both Ways Before You Cross PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 19, 2023

To understand and embody God's boundless love for all people, regardless of their earthly status, and to elevate others rather than looking down on them, reflecting His grace and mercy in our lives.

Good morning, church family! Let's get our hearts ready and open to receive today's sermon from Luke 16, the story of the rich man and the poor man, Lazarus. This tale is a powerful reminder of God's elevation of the poor and the danger of looking down on others. Someone once said, "God's love is ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Topics: Rich Man, Poor Man

The New And Improved Lottery Series

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Apr 21, 2010

A study of chapter 45 verses 1 through 25

Ezekiel 45: 1 – 25 The New and Improved Lottery 1 “Moreover, when you divide the land by lot into inheritance, you shall set apart a district for the LORD, a holy section of the land; its length shall be twenty-five thousand cubits, and the width ten thousand. It shall be holy ...read more

Scripture: Ezekiel 45:1-25

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Redemption - Part Ii (The Riches Of His Grace) Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Jun 26, 2002

The ungrace of the world does not nullify the Grace of God. (#5 in the "Every Spiritual Blessing" series)

“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. ” Redemption: to bring back into rightful ownership (restoration to one who possesses a more fundamental right or interest) by the paying of a price, ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:7-8

Denomination: Orthodox

Do You Know How Rich You Are? Series

Contributed by Johnny Creasong on Jan 10, 2003

Do you know your net worth? Do you feel as if your liabilities outweigh your assets? Not according to Heaven’s Balance Sheet!

DO YOU KNOW HOW RICH YOU ARE? Ephesians 1:3-14 Ephesians 1:3-14 3 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in the heavenly realms with every spiritual blessing in Christ. 4 For he chose us in him before the creation of the world to be holy and blameless in his ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:3-14

Denomination: Church Of God

The Rich Get Richer And The Poor Get Poorer? Is That Right?

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Aug 30, 2002

Takes a pratical look on how we should be helping out those who are less forunate both physically and spirtually

James 2:1-11 The Rich Get Poorer and the Poor Get Richer? Introduction Attention Grabber – I was watching a movie the other day. One guy got arrested on a bogus charge of stealing something…And they switch places. It was funny how much they changed. Back Ground 1. Last week we mention ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-11

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Poverty With Integrity Makes One Smarter Than The Rich Series

Contributed by Henry Trocino Jr. on Apr 16, 2017

Part 16 of the Sermon Series, "Rich Man Poor Man in Proverbs"

"Better is a poor man who walks in his integrity than a rich man who is crooked in his ways" (Prov. 28:6). "A rich man is wise in his own eyes, but a poor man who has understanding will find him out" (Prov. 28:11). Proverbs 28:6 and 11 give corresponding meanings. It talks about poor people with ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 28:6-11, Proverbs 15:16, Proverbs 22:4, Ecclesiastes 9:14-17, Proverbs 28:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be Rich Toward God: What That Looks Like Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 19, 2014

A look at three of the ways that we can be "rich toward God" by using our money wisely.

A MONEY PROBLEM: What you store up for yourself gets left behind. - Luke 12:20-21a. - The end of verse 20 notes the rich fool can’t take it with him. That very night his death is coming and then someone else will get what he’s built up. Everything that he has is left on this ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

How To Be Rich Toward God: How To Invest More Series

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 25, 2014

Six practical suggestions for giving more to the Kingdom and becoming "rich toward God" (Luke 12:21).

How To Invest More In The Kingdom Of God: - Luke 12:21. 1. If you’re now giving nothing, set a “first check” amount and commit to increasing it over time. - If you're not giving anything to the Kingdom right now, there's probably a good chance you're also in debt. You need to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:15-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirit Of Christmas: Be Rich, Do Good And Give Generously

Contributed by C Jordan on Dec 9, 2013

What is the true spirit of Christmas? To do good, be rich in good works, and to give generously to others. When we do this, we will experience abundant joy.

THE SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS: BE RICH, DO GOOD AND GIVE GENEROUSLY INTRO TO TOPIC: DEEP QUESTIONS OF THE UNIVERSE: What is the meaning of life? What is God like? Can a leopard change its spots? How do they get the caramilk into the caramilk bar? And – what does the fox say? But – what is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:17-19

Denomination: *other

Go Thy Way-Jesus And The Rich Young Ruler Series

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Mar 6, 2020

He had all the "right stuff", humanly speaking, but he knew something was wrong. He ran to Jesus, listened to Jesus, but walked away. "Go thy way" wasn't something he wanted to do.

Based on a message preached at First Baptist Church, Glasgow, MO, 2014 This is not an exact transcription Background: When an event in Scripture is recorded once, it’s clearly important. This event was mentioned in three of the four Gospels! This event took place shortly before the Lord Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-22

Denomination: Baptist

Being Good Stewards Of God's Riches Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jun 19, 2023

We learn some good principles of giving in this chapter. We want to nurture a heart that gives, seize the opportunity to give, keep to our commitment in giving, and guard God's gift with care.

[You may listen to this audio sermon with slides at https://youtu.be/WKGuElPEJHg Earlier audio sermons are available at https://tinyurl.com/KTCC-EnglishService. Thank you.] 2 Cor 8:16-9:5 Being Good Stewards of God’s Riches God is our Creator and He owns everything. We are stewards of all that He ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Our War With The Unholy Trinity In This Broken World. Series

Contributed by Allan Quak on Jul 23, 2012

Satan - one little shall fell him. But what if no-one uses that word? What if we keep watering down the faith? What if we are too materialistic? What if we are too comfortable? We are at war don’t be distracted or deceived.

You can listen to this message in full here:- http://www.nec.org.au/index.php/listen-to-a-sermon-series/revelation/ Message How real is evil? I think we can all agree that evil is very real. Now here is a slightly different question. How powerful is evil? There is an Old Hymn by Martin Luther ...read more

Denomination: Baptist