Sermons on Rich People:

Powerful People Pray With Expectation Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 26, 2020

When we look at some less well-known people in the Bible whose names we might just pass over while reading a verse or passage of scripture, you will discover that God has also used many ordinary people in a powerful way.

Our theme this year is Powerful People and we are going to examine together how God works in and through ordinary people in a powerful way. Some of the people from the Bible we will look at are more well known than others. The Bible is a collection of 66 books and letters, 39 in the Old ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 1:16, Ephesians 3:20-21, Matthew 19:26, Matthew 18:19, John 14:13, John 15:7, John 15:16, James 1:5-6, James 1:17, 1 John 3:22, Matthew 16:20, Romans 12:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

Jesus On Money, Part One: Rich Toward God Series

Contributed by James Jackson on Sep 8, 2025

What does it mean to be rich toward God?

Good morning. Please open your Bible to Luke 12. If you have ever listened to a sermon on money, or been at church where they did a series on stewardship, you might have heard a preacher say, ‘Jesus talked about money more than anything else.’ I’ve heard it. I may have even said it. There are a ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

You Are Possible For God

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Oct 7, 2021

The rich young man is told to give all of his riches to the poor and follow Christ. What does this mean?

10.10.21 Mark 10:17–27 17 As Jesus was setting out on a journey, one man ran up to him and knelt in front of him. He asked, “Good teacher, what must I do to inherit eternal life?” 18 Jesus said to him, “Why do you call me good? No one is good except one—God. 19 You know the commandments. ‘You ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-27

Denomination: Lutheran

Our Differences!

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 17, 2022

One of the things that we often talk about is the differences among people.

For example, we often see: (1) GENDER DIFFERENCES The differences between men and women are noticeable differences. I am not talking about the physical differences, but our behavioral differences. For example: • Men are Vain. Before they go somewhere, they will check themselves out in the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 4:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

Psalm 23

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Sep 23, 2001

a verse by verse commentary of Psalm 23

August 13, 2000 Psalm 23:1-6 Today we are going to look at one of the most comforting - and definitely the most well known psalm in the Bible - the 23rd psalm. There is so much to this psalm - it is impossible to do justice to it in a twenty minute sermon. So instead of trying to split it ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Lutheran

10 James 5:1-12 Series

Contributed by Michael Collins on Aug 31, 2021

This is the 10th of 11 Studies on the Bok of James, which contains a warning to the rich and also words of comfort to those who are facing persecution on account of their faith.

James 5:1-6 Come now, you rich, weep and howl for your miseries that are coming upon you! 2 Your riches are corrupted, and your garments are moth-eaten. 3 Your gold and silver are corroded, and their corrosion will be a witness against you and will eat your flesh like fire. You have heaped up ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-12, 1 Thessalonians 4:15-18, Matthew 5:33-37

Denomination: Independent/Bible

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

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

Blessed Beyond Measure

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Nov 22, 2020

In Psalm 65, David reminds us of the blessings that are upon God’s creation. And because of that, we are reminded of some very simple reasons to be thankful. But In what ways, are we blessed? We are blessed beyond measure by God’s...

BLESSED BEYOND MEASURE—Psalm 65:1-13 Diets GENERALLY focus on a desired result without acknowledging the real problem...That is, once the desired weight is reached due to the radical & largely unhealthy procedure of the diet, then the weight must be maintained, but in a ‘healthy’ ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 65:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

12th Sunday After Pentecost

Contributed by Michael Tkachuk on Sep 1, 2014

A rich young man approaches Jesus and asks Him what more must he do to achieve everlasting life. He has kept all the commandments that Jesus mentioned but felt that he needed to do something more. Jesus tells him to sell all he has and follow Him.

In our Gospel reading this morning we find a rich young man talking to Jesus about a very important matter. This young man is deeply concerned about eternity and wants to know what he must do achieve everlasting life. But when Jesus offers him with some very good advice, the man isn’t ready ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-26

Denomination: Catholic

The Christ Centered Life

Contributed by David Dewitt on Apr 25, 2014

Jesus calls the Rich Young Ruler to live out a radial life. We are called to live a life centered on Jesus

The Christ Centered Life Mark 10:17-23 January 22, 2014 Morning Service The Nicolas Copernicus challenged the world wide understanding of science. It was a revolution that turned the world upside down. Copernicus challenged the idea that the earth was at the center of the universe. The ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-23

Denomination: Church Of God

The Lord Is My Shepherd

Contributed by Alan Smith on Aug 16, 2002

Psalm 23 is probably the best known passage in all the Bible.

Introduction: Psalm 23 is undoubtedly one of the best-known passages in all the Bible. Most of us learned it as children and it continues to be a comfort to those who are dying, or those who have lost loved ones. Maybe it’s so well-loved because it is so personal and individual. When we read ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 23:1-6

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Why Innocent And Good People Suffer At The Hands Of Scammers And Evil People. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on May 8, 2024

In a world where evil and scams abound, it's natural to wonder why innocent and good people suffer at the hands of scammers and evil individuals.

In a world where evil and scams abound, it's natural to wonder why innocent and good people suffer at the hands of scammers and evil individuals. The Bible provides insight into this age-old question, offering guidance and hope for those affected. The Reality of Evil (Matthew 7:15-20) Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Job 1:1-22, James 1:2-4

"People From Every Tribe, Tongue, People, And Nation Worshipping The Lamb” Series

Contributed by Charles Clemons on Feb 12, 2021

“As the prophecy of Revelation unfolds, the events concerning the kingdom rule of Christ over all nations are true. All peoples will worship, and those who desire to obey the great commission (Matthew 28:16-20) may experience a glimpse of what eternal worship will be.”

I. The Lamb Alone Can Open the Book of the Seven Seals (vv.1-4) II. The Lamb Has Authority to Judge (vv.5-7) A. He is the Lion of Judah (v.5) B. He is the Root of David (v.5) C. He has Overcome to open the Book (v.5) D. He Has Received Authority from the ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:1-10

The Most Important Thing In The World

Contributed by Shawn Rose on Feb 19, 2011

Don’t coast through life hoping that staying out of trouble and occasionally doing a good deed will be enough when it counts. Stop being a “casual Christian”, and start having a relationship with the God of the universe.

THE MOST IMPORTANT THING IN THE WORLD Ecclesiastes 2:1 – 11 What is the most important thing in the world? The scripture I just read was written by Solomon, who was the richest, wisest, and most influential king of Israel. If you were paying attention, you heard Solomon say that he had it ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist