The Rich Fool's Parable
ParableNature Nugget★★★★Jesus told a parable about a rich man who had a plentiful harvest and decided to tear down his barns and build larger ones. He said, ‘Soul, thou hast much goods laid up for many years: take thine ease; eat, drink, and be merry.’ But God said, ‘Thou fool, this night thy soul shall be required of thee: then whose shall those things be which thou hast provided?’
Audio, Amazing Facts, “25 In God We Trust” (AudioVerse teaching 32526).
The point
Jesus tells the parable of a rich man who plans to enjoy his wealth but is warned by God that his soul will be taken from him.
Scripture
Luke 12:16-21
Audience
AdultsYouth
Tone
Sobering · Convicting
To tell aloud
about 2 min · 68 words