102 Sermon Illustrations on Greed

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Greed in Christian preaching highlights the destructive desire for more than what one needs, often leading to spiritual emptiness and harm to others (Luke 12:15). Illustrations commonly use vivid images of covetousness, miserly behavior, and the futility of earthly wealth to warn against allowing material cravings to dominate the heart (1 Timothy 6:10).

Sermon: For the Love of Money

Luke 12:28

Sermon in 1 Timothy series - Clean Up the Church, #14. 1 Timothy 6:6-11

FOR THE LOVE OF MONEY

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I. Is winning a big lottery ticket a blessing or a curse?

II. Godliness and money.

A. Everyone needs material things. Luke 12:28-31

B. Many religious people get this wrong.

C. True godliness produces contentment. 6:6

III. What exactly is contentment?

A. Contentment was a favorite virtue of Greek Stoics and Cynics.

B. Christians put a twist on it. Philippians 4:10-13

IV. Two reasons why godly contentment makes sense.

A. You can't take it with you. 6:7

B. You have enough already. 6:8

V. The danger of "more."

A. Greed is a trap that ultimately leads to personal destruction.

B. It is a problem for Christians, too.

C. Flee the greed. 6:11

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Our Inalienable Right To Pursue Possessions

Luke 12:13

In the original draft of the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson wrote that man had the inalienable rights to life, liberty, and the pursuit of POSSESSIONS. The committee that worked on the document changed the wording, but our thinking hasn't changed at all. We all feel our happiness lies mostly with our things. Jesus says, "No, it doesn't." We answer, "Yes, it does."

(Through the Needle's Eye) 4 - a Steward, a Rich Man and a Beggar

by David Servant

Jesus teaches that we must be faithful stewards of God's resources and prioritize serving Him over serving wealth and material possessions.

Bit Coin Bug 2:24

by E.A. Johnston

E.A. Johnston warns against the dangers of chasing quick riches through speculative schemes like bitcoin, urging believers to seek wealth through righteous means.

Mark - Greed's Protestation at Love's Profusion 50:37

by J. Glyn Owen

The sermon highlights the contrast between Mary's selfless love and Judas' selfish greed, and it emphasizes the importance of true discipleship and humility.

Five Ways Make War Against Greed 18:16

by John Piper

John Piper teaches that the war against greed is fought by daily seeing the supreme value of God, trusting His promises, disciplined and joyful giving, and surrendering earthly wea

Awake Thou That Sleepest - Snares of Entertainment - Business - Greed 34:54

by Phil Beach Jr.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of seeking God's voice and living for eternal life, rather than being distracted by the world and its temptations.

Seven Deadly Sins Every Christian Should Hate - Love of Money - Learned Behavioural Patterns 1:07:14

by Phil Beach Jr.

The sermon explores the dangers of greed and the love of money, urging Christians to seek contentment and humility in their lives.

God Meets the Need but Not the Greed ~ Matthew 20v1-16 39:46

by William MacDonald

William MacDonald explores the parable of the laborers in the vineyard to reveal God's grace and the importance of trusting His goodness over human notions of fairness.

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