Sermons on Rich Towards God:

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

But God Will Redeem Me Series

Contributed by Doug Fannon on Jan 14, 2020

Malcolm Forbes was attributed to say, "The one who dies with the most toys wins." Herein is the problem, he who dies with the most toys still dies, then what? What do we have in store for all eternity? But God will redeem my soul from the power of the grave!

But God … God intervenes in the history and in the affairs of man. We don’t always agree or understand with what God does, but God’s ways and our ways are different, God’s thoughts and our thoughts are different. Isaiah 55:8–9 (NKJV) 8 “For My thoughts are not your thoughts, Nor are your ways My ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 49:15, Psalm 49:1-20

Denomination: Baptist

Answering Difficult Bible Passages

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Feb 14, 2019

Because a verse is difficult does not mean the Bible is contradictory, nor should you doubt God’s Word.

A. INTRODUCTION: YOUR ATTITUDE TOWARD DIFFICULTIES 1. Because a verse is difficult does not mean the Bible is contradictory, nor should you doubt God’s Word. 2. You can’t know everything, only God knows everything, so trust Him. “The secret things belong unto the Lord our God” (Deut. ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 29:29

Denomination: Baptist

Luke 12:13-21 Parable Of The Rich Fool

Contributed by William D. Brown on Apr 1, 2011

Let me say to begin with, that a parable is an earthly story to illustrate a heavenly truth, and we’re about to read the account of Jesus giving this parable to do with COVETOUSNESS to a great multitude of people that had gathered together, and there was

LUKE 12:13-21 PARABLE OF THE RICH FOOL 4-2-11 Let me say to begin with, that a parable is an earthly story to illustrate a heavenly truth, and we’re about to read the account of Jesus giving this parable to do with COVETOUSNESS to a great multitude of people that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

Keep God In The Calculations

Contributed by David Nolte on Jul 18, 2022

People often figure out what to add to, or subtract from, their lives. They try to multiply, or divide, pursuits in life. They often leave God out of the calculations.

Perhaps it began with marks in the dirt, then progressed to piles of stones, and then somewhere along the line came the abacus, but men have always had a means of calculating debts, payments and other quantities. These days we have desk calculators, computers, smart phones and even watches that ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:16-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Lostness Of The Righteous Ruler Series

Contributed by David Taylor on Feb 13, 2014

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: The Lostness of the Righteous Ruler

Being an Authentic Follower of Jesus: The Lostness of the Righteous Ruler Luke 18:18-30 March 7, 2010 Going to CA; Kevin reading The rich ruler asked Jesus, ‘what must I do to inherit eternal life.’ This man is a religious leader, probably a ruler of a synagogue, and a Pharisee ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:18-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

God Rewards

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Jun 11, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Did you received GOD's Reward? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD rewards us every now and then with his Faithfulness and Righteousness whenever He sees we need it thru CHRIST JESUS. IV. TEXT: 1 Samuel 2

I. EXORDIUM: Did you received GOD's Reward? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that GOD rewards us every now and then with his Faithfulness and Righteousness whenever He sees we need it thru CHRIST JESUS. IV. TEXT: 1 Samuel 26:23 (Amplified Bible) The Lord rewards ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 26:23

Denomination: Pentecostal

On Loving God

Contributed by R. Joseph Owles on Jun 20, 2012

God will ask us if we love Him, and we answer, not with our mouths, but with our lives.

A time will come, whether we believe it or not, when we will stand before God and God will ask us just one question–only one. And he will not ask us how many times we have gone to church, or how many times we have read the Bible, or how many times we have received holy communion, how much ...read more

Denomination: Catholic

Having Good Deeds Towards The Poor

Contributed by Lay Man on May 29, 2015

And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased. - Hebrews 13:16 Doing good was something always spoken of in the early Church. Believers were commended to in practical ways do good deeds. Requirements f ..

And do not forget to do good and to share with others, for with such sacrifices God is pleased. - Hebrews 13:16 Doing good was something always spoken of in the early Church. Believers were commended to in practical ways do good deeds. Requirements for Presbyters, Deacons, those in leadership, was ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Blessing Of The Lord Making Us Rich, Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Apr 17, 2025

Let's look at some biblical examples

The Bible teaches that the blessing of the Lord can bring prosperity and wealth to believers. In Proverbs 10:22, it says, "The blessing of the Lord makes rich, and He adds no sorrow to it." This verse highlights the idea that true wealth comes from God's blessing, and it's not ...read more

Scripture: Job 42:12

Making Every Effort Toward Godliness Series

Contributed by Wes Richard on Oct 1, 2005

God empowers us to live ethical, holy, upright lives in a corrupt world

Making every effort toward godliness II Peter 1 Soon after Sue and I arrived here 20 years ago, we began to print a simple church directory each year, mostly so that we all had a way to connect with each other. Soon long-time members began to say they were having trouble putting names with the ...read more

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-21

Denomination: Brethren

God Is Waiting Series

Contributed by Miles Mc Pherson on Dec 12, 2013

An examination of the Rich Young Ruler.

I was playing flag football right and my body was saying- What are you doing? And I would try to run like you know go over there right now and I would like, my brain would say – go! And my legs would say - nah I think I’m gonna stay right here. I like it right here so my legs are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:21

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Rich Man, Poor Man Series

Contributed by Dan Jackson on Sep 18, 2005

Message 11 in James Series. God never judges by a bank account, or a statement of worth. He looks for righteousness and where it is lacking, His judgment follows. Riches are morally neutral, neither good nor evil. Wealth is like fire — very useful, but al

In his three years of life, Bobby has seen an undue share of suffering. Born in Southern California to a drug-addicted mother, Bobby went through withdrawal at the age of two weeks. He has lived in two foster homes, barely survived a life-threatening case of spinal meningitis, and is now back with ...read more

Scripture: James 5:1-6

The Lepers Journey Towards The Lord

Contributed by Jamey Stewart on Feb 4, 2003

During this message we will discover the three episodes that took place as the leper journied towards the Lord.

Text: Matthew 8:1-4 The Leper’s Journey Towards The Lord Let’s examine the three episodes that took place the day The leper sought healing from the Lord. The first episode that took place was… A. The Leper’s Cry (vv. 1-2) a. The leper could have spent his time ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 8:1-4

Denomination: Pentecostal

Three Steps Toward Success

Contributed by Joel Santos on Jul 22, 2006

1. SUCCESS STARTS FROM WHERE YOU ARE 2. SUCCESS FOLLOWS FROM WHAT YOU HAVE 3. SUCCESS ACHIEVES FROM WHAT YOU CAN

Three Steps Toward Success Judges 3:31 This verse and the few verses in chapter 5 comprise the sum total of Shamgar’s biblical biography. Before the life of Shamgar there is Ehud, a valiant left-handed judge who led the people to victory against the Moabites. Israel’s peace with the Moabites ...read more

Scripture: Judges 3:31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational