Sermons on the foolish rich man:

The Poor Persons Rich Legacy

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Jun 12, 2022

The following sermon is going to review Psalms 34 and in doing so outline how it is our faith and reliance in God that leads to either deliverance or perseverance of the most difficult storms of life with great peace and joy!

The Poor Person’s Rich Legacy Psalms 34:1-9 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 There is not a single person that at many points in their life will have to crawl through the valleys of trials and tribulations so intense that they will leave them with “emotional baggage” ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-9

Denomination: Baptist

The Rich Keep Getting Richer! Series

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Oct 23, 2011

You have no business in mistreating people, because God loves people!

The Rich Keep Getting Richer! Oct. 23, 2011 James 2:1-5-My brethren, do not hold the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Lord of glory, with partiality. For if there should come into your assembly a man with gold rings, in fine apparel, ...read more

Scripture: James 2:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

How Rich Is Your Soil?

Contributed by Michael Brown on Nov 8, 2018

Teaches about the Parable of the Sower where Jesus tells His disciples about how the Word of God will be received & what it will produce

How Rich is Your Soil? In several instances Jesus gave lessons by telling stories called “parables” because they required some thought to fully understand. The lessons were intended for the people who were truly wanting to know more of the Kingdom of God. He wasn't interested in those who came ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Walking Worthy In The Riches Of Christ Series

Contributed by John Raulerson on Oct 13, 2006

Christ has blessed us with every spiritual blessing and we must walk worthy of those blessings

Series: Experiencing the Riches of Christ WALKING WORTHY IN THE RICHES OF CHRIST Ephesians 4:1 6 Nothing is more miserable than trying to be something that you are not, and nothing more empty than not living up to our potential. "Worthy" to have worth or value Have you ever bought something ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Rich Reservoir Of Resources In The Laity

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 27, 2004

Nine Ways that the Spirit helps maximize the contribution of the laity in your fellowship.

The Rich Reservoir of Resources in the Laity (Matt 9:36-38) Illustration:Dwight L. Moody was greatly moved by a lay preacher’s statement that the world has yet to see what God can do through a person fully yielded to Him. Because an attitude of submission is far more important than outward ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Poor Little Rich Church Series

Contributed by Guy Mcgraw on Jun 22, 2011

The amazing riches in a church with nothing but all that Jesus wants for them.

Through many tribulations we must enter the kingdom of God. Acts 14:22 All who desire to live godly in Christ Jesus will be persecuted. 2 Tim 3:12 1 Pet 4:12 Jn 16:33 The second Church that received a letter from Jesus by the hand of John was Smyrna. In this letter there is not one word of ...read more

Are You Rich Toward God? Series

Contributed by Jon Daniels on Oct 6, 2024

Based on Luke 12:13-21 - Encourages hearers to consider what it means to live a life that is rich toward God.

“ARE YOU RICH TOWARD GOD?” Luke 12:13-21 FBCF – 10/6/24 Jon Daniels INTRO – How much money do you need to make to be considered rich? Remember my first job – 14 yrs old - making minimum wage at $2.65 an hour - got a paycheck for $200. Didn’t know how I was going to spend all of that money back in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Baptist

Living Free In A Rich Land Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Aug 29, 2016

We Christians in America are to follow the godly examples of the Pilgrims and Israel in Joshua 22!

Before reading Joshua chapter 22 this morning, take a quick look back with me to Joshua 4:12-13…… God called an army, 40000 strong, from the Tribes of Reuben, Gad and Manasseh to fight the Battles in Canaan. Now that the Promised Land was claimed, it was a time of rest and living for ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 22:1-10

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The River Euphrates: Foolish Fashions Shrink Series

Contributed by Joseph Smith on Mar 20, 2009

A great people learn to balance foolish pride and destructive shame, and learn to be themselves rather than selecting the worst habits of the majority. Cling to what has supported the African-American for years.

Those who have planned our observance of Black History Month this year selected the theme, "New Currents, Ancient Rivers". Many of you will recognize that the words, "Ancient Rivers" are drawn from a well-known poem by Langston Hughes. The phrase "New Currents, Ancient Rivers" suggests to me that ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 13:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Maximize Your Spiritual Riches Series

Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 13, 2019

This is the 10th sermon in the "Accounting" series from the Book of Ephesians.

Series: Accounting [#10] MAXIMIZE YOUR SPIRITUAL RICHES Ephesians 3:14-21 Introduction: Having 6 kids, 3 daughter-in-laws, 1 son-in-law, and 1 grandchild changes your perspective on things. Every single one of them is completely different than the others, (including the twins). As I watch them ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:14-21

Denomination: Baptist

Commands For The Rich Part 2

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 17, 2013

To enumerate the commands for the rich namely: (1) do good, (2) be rich in good deeds, (3) be generous and (4) be willing to share.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you rich? Here are your commands. II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To enumerate the commands for the rich namely: (1) do good, (2) be rich in good deeds, (3) be generous and (4) be willing to share. IV. TEXT: 1 Timothy 6:18 (Amplified Bible) [Charge them] ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:18

Denomination: Pentecostal

Are We Too Rich To Give? Series

Contributed by Tony Miano on Feb 9, 2001

This week, as we try to answer the question, “are we too rich to give,” we’ll consider our attitudes toward giving.

Are We Too Rich To Give? I Timothy 6:17 Preached By Pastor Tony Miano Pico Canyon Community Church February 11, 2001 Introduction: Now that we’ve finished chapter one of the Book of James, we’re going to take a break from our study of that great letter. For the next three weeks we’re going to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:17

Denomination: *other

Man In The Mirror

Contributed by Rich Mcgahan on Mar 13, 2006

Most people look at themselves and see all their faults and this verse tells us to look at the Glory of the Lord in us; and it will change our life!!!!

Man in The Mirror 2 Cor. 3:18 After being away on business, a man thought it would be nice to bring his wife a little gift. “How about some perfume?” he asked the cosmetics clerk. She showed him a bottle costing $50.00. “That’s a bit much,” he said, so she returned with a smaller bottle for ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

"the Foolishness Of The Cross"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 24, 2023

The Cross appears as foolishness until it transforms your life.

“The Foolishness of the Cross” 1 Corinthians 1:18-31 There is a story about a wealthy early colonial man who asked the rector of the church if it was possible to find salvation outside of the Church of England. The rector wrestled with how to answer the question because he knew it was within ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 1:18-31

Denomination: United Methodist

How To Overflow In Rich Generosity

Contributed by Ray Ellis on Feb 20, 2007

The way the churches in Macedonia responded to helping the Christians in Jerusalem is a guide for the living and giving of all Christians. Paul’s instruction to the Christians in Corinth can be our guide to “Overflowing in Rich Generosity.”

How to Overflow in Rich Generosity -Discover the Grace of Giving- II Corinthians 8:1-7 I want you to turn to the person sitting next to you and say one word, “Stewardship.” Ask each other what the first word is that comes to your mind. A steward is a “guardian,” “manager,” “provider,” II ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 8:1-7

Denomination: Free Methodist