Sermons on Wealth And Riches:

The Curse Of Ill-Gotten And Dishonesty Gain Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Nov 30, 2024

In this sermon, we will explore the biblical teaching on the curse of ill-gotten gain and the consequences of earning money through cheating and dishonesty.

The Bible warns that wealth obtained through dishonest, scamming,cheating, and deceitful means will ultimately lead to ruin and destruction. In this sermon, we will explore the biblical teaching on the curse of ill-gotten gain and the consequences of earning money through cheating and ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 27:17, Exodus 22:22-24, Leviticus 6:2-5

Refine Yourself Or Be Refined

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Jul 25, 2021

Better to reach out to the "untouchables" before God reaches out to touch you on their behalf.

Isaiah 48:10 Behold, I have refined thee, but not with silver; I have chosen thee in the furnace of affliction. Isa 48:11 For mine own sake, even for mine own sake, will I do it: for how should my name be polluted? and I will not give my glory unto another. Zechariah 13:9 And I will bring the ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 48:10-11, Zechariah 13:9, James 2:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Sermon On Flourishment & Growth

Contributed by William Meakin on Jul 2, 2022

Flourishment is defined as: To grow luxuriantly. It includes thriving amidst adversity, achieving success and energising prosperity.

Dr. Lucas D. Shallua, an American dynamic speaker, entrepreneur and academician once remarked: “Love is like a seed, if nourished and taken good care, it grows and flourishes but if neglected and not taken good care, it stagnates and eventually dies.” Psalm 32:19 confirms: “They are planted in the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 14:11, Jeremiah 17:7-8, Zechariah 9:16-17, Proverbs 28:25

Proverbs 8 - The Nature And Value Of Wisdom Series

Contributed by Tom Shepard on Oct 22, 2011

This is a study into Proverbs chapter eight.

Pearls From Proverbs – Chapter Eight We will now look at Proverbs chapter eight: WISDOM CALLS OUT 1 Does not wisdom cry out, And understanding lift up her voice? 2 She takes her stand on the top of the high hill, Beside the way, where the paths meet. 3 She cries out by the gates, at the entry of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 8:1-36, Proverbs 1:1-33

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Man God Called A Fool - The Parable Of The Rich Fool Series

Contributed by John Hamby on Sep 13, 2004

In the Parable of the Rich Fool the Lord gives us five reasons that show us how foolish this man and his way of thinking was!

“The Stories that Jesus Told” Sermon # 5 “The Man God Called A Fool” or The Parable of the Rich Fool Luke 12: 13-24 This morning we are beginning Stewardship month here at First Baptist Church. In ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-24

Denomination: Baptist

Guard Against Greed

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Aug 23, 2006

Pentecost 11(C) - People must guard against all greed because all too many trust only in earthly riches. Believers guard against greed by being rich toward God.

GUARD AGAINST GREED August 20. 2006 - PENTECOST 11 - Luke 12:13-21 * * * * * * * * * Dear Friends in Christ and Saints in the Lord: The very first thing we want to remember this morning is that God is not unhappy with those who are wealthy. Having lots of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

Denomination: Lutheran

Money Makes The World Go 'round And Other Myths Series

Contributed by Charles Wilkerson on Sep 2, 2009

A case for the way we look at money and how that is tied into our Spiritual Health

Half way through the 1972 movie Cabaret Joel Grey and Lisa Minnelli sing The Money Song. It starts with, Money makes the world go around The world go around The world go around Money makes the world go around It makes the world go ’round. A mark, a yen, a buck, or a pound A buck or a pound A buck ...read more

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

A Biblical Approach To Each Day

Contributed by George Brooks on Feb 2, 2008

This sermon is a word of advise on how each day should be approach in order for a Christian to remainpowerful and productive.

A Biblical Approach To Each Day Psalm 118:24 “This is the day which the Lord has made; Let us rejoice and be glad in it.” (Psalm 118:24, NASB)? Among other things, Psalm 118 is one of those songs which speaks of victory. This psalm was the last of a section of the Psalms ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 118:1-24

Denomination: Baptist

The What Of Cheerful Giving Series

Contributed by Jay Tigner on Nov 14, 2013

Honoring God with our wealth

SERIES RECAP. This is week 3 of our series on giving and just by way of recap it is good to remember where we have been so we will know where we are and anticipate where we are going with this series. • Wealth can…KEEP SOME OUT OF HEAVEN, STEAL OUR AFFECTIONS, STEAL OUR WORSHIP, and ...read more

Scripture: Leviticus 27:30-32

Denomination: Baptist

The Cleansing

Contributed by Michael Koplitz on Oct 10, 2021

This is an outline for a sermon based on Revelation 18-19:10. Do you need to cleanse your sou from the sins of the world? If so you must do it now.

Sermon Outline Revelation 18-19:10 Michael H. Koplitz 1. ‘Theological Method’ – used to read scripture as defined by Helmut Thielicke – modified. • Recognizing that the Bible has been given directly to me from God. • Understanding what God is saying to me. • I must become involved with God’s Word ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:1-10

Denomination: United Methodist

The Wealthiest Place On Earth

Contributed by Neal Gracey on Apr 3, 2024

Where is the wealthiest place on earth? The Cemetery! Why the cemetery? Because in the cemetery are books that were never written, and cures that were never discovered. Money never spent.

Die Empty – R. Neal Gracey May 5, 2019 Where is the wealthiest place on earth? The Cemetery! Why the cemetery? Because in the cemetery are books that were never written, and cures that were never discovered. The graveyard is filled with music, we’ve never heard. The cemetery is filled ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:8

Denomination: Baptist

Frenchie Upsets His Dad - Or - Would You Rather Be Very Poor Or Very Rich? Series

Contributed by Fr Mund Cargill Thompson on Oct 12, 2024

Jesus's challenge to the rich young man - Does it leave us discombobulated and feeling uncomfortable? Which of the many interpretations is correct? [This sermon was preached 13 October 2024 when I was the guest preacher at St Nicholas Church Perivale in West London]

A very wealthy man came to his vicar and said, “Father, I’m having a problem with this tithing thing. You see I made £500,000 dollars last year. If I gave 10% then I’d have to give….” No - before I finish that anecdote - lets do a poll- would you rather be very rich or very poor - hands up ...read more

Scripture: Amos 5:6-15, Hebrews 4:12-16, 1 Chronicles 29:14, Mark 10:17-31, Luke 1:46-55  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Anglican

No Freebie

Contributed by Dr John Singarayar Svd on Aug 19, 2022

No Freebie

No Freebie Scripture Luke 14:1, Luke 14:7-14    Reflection Dear sisters and brothers, Option for the poor, preference for the poor, and reaching out to the periphery are the slogans good for advertisements. It does nothing on the ground. Today, Jesus, the Guest questioned the attitude of ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1, Luke 14:7-14

Denomination: Other

The 4 Mistakes Of The Rich Young Ruler

Contributed by Chris Green on Jan 3, 2001

An examination of the infamous Rich Young Ruler that reveals the mistakes mistakes that led to his tragic walkaway from Christ.

He was a wealthy man, and a young man. His eyes were set on religious matters - on teachers, eternal life, good deeds. He had the look of a seeker: he seemed willing to listen and eager to learn. He seemed a disciple-in-the-making. But his story has a dark end. It was he that inspired Jesus famous ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 19:16-22, Mark 10:10

Denomination: Pentecostal

"The Surpassing Riches Of His Grace" Series

Contributed by Clark Tanner on Nov 9, 2002

Through the planning and accomplishing of our salvation, God has vindicated His Holy name forever. We are the living testimony to the surpassing riches of His grace. (#18 in the Every Spiritual Blessing series)

In verse 7 of Ephesians 2, Paul is finishing the statement that he begins in verse 4. But I want to back up just for a moment, all the way to the beginning of the chapter, and let’s refresh ourselves as to the progression of Paul’s address here. He reminds his readers that they were dead ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:7

Denomination: Orthodox