Sermons on Rich Prospers:

Guardrails Pt 4 The Money Consumption

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Mar 19, 2018

This message is about how we should prioritize our spending in life. It is part 4 in the series of our version of "Guardrails" that came from Andy Stanley.

Guardrails Part 4 Money--The Consumption Assumption Proverbs 3:5-10 Luke 12:13-21 Is there anyone here who has ever bought something you wanted really badly and once you got it, you either said, “I wish I could get my money back” or you would have been glad to have sold it for ½ of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

When Diligence Becomes Hard Labour

Contributed by Kayode Omotoso on Oct 12, 2017

Diligence is a virtue but when God is taken out of the picture, it becomes a liability characterized by vanity, sorrow, hard labour, restlessness, failure and poverty

Except the LORD build the house, they labour in vain that build it: except the LORD keep the city, the watchman waketh but in vain. It is vain for you to rise up early, to sit up late, to eat the bread of sorrows: for so he giveth his beloved sleep. Ps 127:1-2 Biblical Facts: 1. At every given ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 127:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

In Christ, I Am...confident Series

Contributed by Vic Folkert on Aug 17, 2018

When we lack confidence, we need the eyes of our hearts to be opened, to comprehend the hope to which God has called us, the riches our inheritance, and the resurrection power in us.

In Christ, I am…Confident—Ephesians 1:15-23 (Series on Ephesians: In Christ, I Am…) We have all known people who struggle with lack of confidence. It is not that they lack opportunity or ability; they just lack the confidence to believe they can succeed. ***I grew up across the street from ten ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Sin Of Partiality - James 2:1-13 Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on Sep 15, 2015

Why is showing preference to the rich a sin? And, is it really as much of a sin as murder or adultery?

Today we are back into the book of James, the half-brother of Jesus, who is writing to Jews who have placed their faith and trust in Jesus, the Messiah, for salvation. These Christian Jews are scattered among the nations but the message is for us as well. We are gentiles, redeemed by the blood of ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-13

Denomination: Nazarene

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

"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

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

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

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

Seven Blessings Of The Christian Life

Contributed by Arlen Payne on Jul 1, 2023

Here are seven blessings of the Christian life. I'm sure you could possibly find more in this chapter. Disclaimer: I did borrow a part of the this message from one similar preached by D.L. Moody entitled "Seven Things a Believer Has According To Philippians 4".

Seven Blessings of the Christians life Philippians 4 Intro. There is no doubt that there are many blessing to knowing and walking with the Lord. The world (and the devil) would try to convince you that you are missing out by not obeying the “lusts of the flesh” Many refuse to receive ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

A Christians Checkbook- Spiritual Bailout Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Sep 23, 2023

This is the 168th sermon in the series Action". This is the 5th sermon from Ephesians.

Series: Action [#168] A CHRISTIAN’S CHECKBOOK- SPIRITUAL BAILOUT Ephesians 2:1-7 Introduction: As we continue in our series, “Accounting”; I want us to talk about what a bailout is in financial terms. In 2008, President Obama bailed out some large industries- The Auto Industry, the Banking ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

"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

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

Giving Wisely Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Apr 20, 2022

If any man builds on the foundation of Jesus Christ using gold, silver he is wise. The wise giver will see the work of God changing lives. Having a part of that through financial investment is more exciting than acquiring possessions.

There is the story of three college friends from Harvard. The first of the three was a financial wizard. He graduated top of his class. He became an executive for a large financial institution. The second was a brilliant scientist working on cutting edge science technology. The third one dropped ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:10-15

Denomination: Baptist