Sermons on Rich Reward:

The Fate Of The Selfish Rich Series

Contributed by David Welch on Aug 23, 2018

Message 24 in our exposition of James where James excoriates the selfish rich.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “Fate of the Selfish Rich” REVIEW this is our 24th excursion in front of the mirror of God’s word. James serves as a mirror to examine the true nature of our trust in God. So far, we have explored several life categories requiring a faith response. James ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-6

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

A Fool & His Riches Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Aug 25, 2014

Disciple needed to learn the lesson that life is more important than material things. They must learn not to be diverted from their commitment to Jesus by greed for wealth & material possessions. True riches & satisfaction come only from God.

LUKE 12: [13-] 16-21. [PARABLES IN LUKE] A FOOL AND HIS RICHES [1 Timothy 6:6–10] AMERICA has been assured by its political leaders that ours is the highest standard of living in the World. We have the most wealth that men have ever known. Everywhere there are supermarkets overflowing ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

The Rich Young Ruler Series

Contributed by Erik Estep on May 16, 2013

Today in our passage of Scripture we’re going to see a young man approach Jesus and ask Him the most important question of all time...”What must I do to have eternal life?” That is a GREAT question! There were a lot of things this young man did right.

“The Rich Young Ruler” Matthew 19: 16-22 May 19, 2013 Intro: A new missionary was assigned a car that wouldn’t start w/o a push. After pondering his problem, he came up w/a plan. He went to the school near his home, got permission to take some children out of the class, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-22

Denomination: Baptist

The Parable Of The Rich Man Series

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Jul 16, 2025

This is a Bible study lesson, not a sermon. The Bible studies teach foundational truth that are designed to challenge, encourage and, most importantly, flame the fire of hunger in the Christian who wants to learn more about who they have become in Christ Jesus.

The Parable of the Rich Man (Rev. Barry Johnson and Rev. Rodney Johnson) NOTE: New Light Faith Ministries and Barry Johnson Ministries, founded by Rodney V. Johnson and Barry O. Johnson, respectively, are partnering to offer Bible studies for Christians who are seeking to grow in their ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:36-38, Luke 12:16-34

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Is Being Rich Bad Series

Contributed by Josh Reich on Jun 14, 2007

How do you handle what God has given you? Is it okay to buy from companies that use sweatshops or mistreat their employees? What role do Christians have in that area?

If you have your bible, you can open them to the book of Isaiah chapter 58, verse 6, which is on p. 522 if you grabbed a bible in the lobby. Isaiah is what is called a prophet. Prophets were not popular people, most of them met untimely deaths, but prophets were the people that God used to speak ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

3. The Poverty Of Riches Series

Contributed by E. True Neilson on Nov 26, 2022

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Scripture: Matthew 6:9-34

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Preparing For Easter: The Parable Of The Workers In The Vineyard

Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Mar 10, 2023

Jesus told this parable after the rich young ruler had come--and left. There was a lesson for the disciples and a lesson for us in this parable.

(Full Disclosures: This message is based on a message preached at First Baptist Church, Chamois, MO, on 3-5-2023. This is not an exact transcription. Further, Sermon Central has a message based on this text called “Go Thy Way-The Parable of the Workers in the Vineyard” but this is a completely ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:1-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Rich Young Ruler

Contributed by Robert Travis on Aug 7, 2001

Never did a young man display a brighter promise, but broke down more pathetically.

THE RICH YOUNG RULER And, behold, one came and said unto him, Good Master, what good thing shall I do, that I may have eternal life? And he said unto him, Why callest thou me good? there is none good but one, that is, God: but if thou wilt enter into life, keep the commandments. He saith unto him, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-26

Denomination: Baptist

The Rich Man & Lazarus Series

Contributed by Timothy Archer on Mar 8, 2004

We need to learn to see Lazarus before it’s too late!

We continue with our study of the book of Luke, arriving now in chapter 16, verse 19. With the parable that we’re going to look at day, we see the final episode in a series of events that began in the first part of chapter 15, when a group of “sinners” and people of ill repute went to hear Jesus. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 16:19-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Rich Man And Lazarus

Contributed by Charles Salmon on Mar 11, 2004

Sermon on the story of Jesus in Luke 16 draws lessons from the position of each character in the story and the reversal of their positions.

THE RICH MAN AND LAZARUS Luke 16:19-31 INTRO.: One of Jesus’ teachings was the impossibility of serving two masters. He declared the absolute impossibility of serving both God and mammon (wealth). The Pharisees scoffed at Him. They were serving both God and money and considered themselves quite ...read more

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Are You Rich?"

Contributed by David Hardee on Aug 17, 2002

At Calvary, debts were paid and riches were bestowed! So, are you rich?

Are you rich? Before you start to think of your wallet or pocketbook, I want you to think about what it means to be rich in God’s eyes. Riches in the eyes of God are not nice cars, big houses, and a big salary. When God thinks about riches, he thinks about: eternal life, happiness, peace, and a joy ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:9

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

From Rags To Riches Series

Contributed by Tim Byrd on Sep 12, 2002

Part 3 in a study of the book of James

A Life of Works Produced by Faith Part 3 “From Rags To Riches” Date: September 15, 2002 A.M Service Place: Allendale Baptist Text: James 1:9-11 Read text Introduction As we continue our study on this wonderful book of James, last Sunday morning we are told by James to “count it all joy when we ...read more

Scripture: James 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

From Rags To Riches

Contributed by Thomas Dibble on May 22, 2003

What is the story of your life this far? Are you still living in the poverty of sin? Are you still covered with the rags of your own righteousness. Why don’t you come on over to the riches of the grace of God. You can trade the rags of sin for the ric

The phrase “from rags to riches” is one that we all no doubt have heard before. It was a man by the name of Horatio Alger Jr. who coined the phrase and made a name for himself in the late 1800’s. Mr. Alger was the author of novels for boys and became famous for his stories about boys who rose ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 64:6, Ephesians 1:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Parable Of The Rich Fool Series

Contributed by David Blizzard on Jul 1, 2004

What happens when a man does not plan for eternity.This parable deals with the sin of covetousness.

THE PARABLE OF THE RICH FOOL Luke 12:13-34 How would you finish this statement, “A man’s life is measured by _______________”? Paul said the commandment; “Thou shalt not covet” was the commandment that convicted him (Romans 7:7).What is covetousness? Your worth is not measured by your possessions ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-34

Denomination: Baptist

Rich Toward God Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Sep 15, 2004

#14 in Proverbs & Parables series Using the Parable of the Rich Fool in Luke 12 and Proverbs - focuses on Putting GOD ABOVE GOLD, PEOPLE ABOVE PLEASURES, and ETERNITY ABOVE EASE. Preached on EASTER Sunday.

Rich toward God Proverbs 27-28 INTRODUCTION: On Resurrection Sunday our thoughts turn to heavenly themes. We can sing about Jesus reigning in heaven as the King of all Kings and the Lord of all Lords. The image of the Lamb upon the Throne pictures everything Jesus did for us. He gave his life ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:5-15

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ