Bible Fools Luke 12:13-21

Luke 12:13-16… 13 And one of the company said unto him, Master, speak to my brother, that he divide the inheritance with me. 14 And he said unto him, Man, who made me a judge or a divider over you? 15 And he said unto them, Take heed, and beware of covetousness: for a man’s life consisteth not in the abundance of the things which he possesseth. 16 And he spake a parable unto them, saying, The ground of a certain rich man brought forth plentifully:

Luke 12:17-21 17 And he thought within himself, saying, What shall I do, because I have no room where to bestow my fruits? 18 And he said, This will I do: I will pull down my barns, and build greater; and there will I bestow all my fruits and my goods. 19 And I will say to my soul, Soul, thou hast much goods laid up for many years; take thine ease, eat, drink, and be merry. 20 But God said unto him, Thou fool, this night thy soul shall be required of thee: then whose shall those things be, which thou hast provided? 21 So is he that layeth up treasure for himself, and is not rich toward God. Bible Fools

Introduction Who is a fool, according to God? Bible Fools Must heed Bible warnings about calling someone a fool! Matthew 5:22 Can determine if one is a fool according to the Bible 1 Corinthians 15:36 Jesus called the rich farmer a fool Luke 12:20 We well study numerous fools, as God sees a fool Who is a fool, according to God? Bible Fools

The Atheist - Psalms 14:1 Bible Fools Declares the Universe had no creator Does a watch indicate a designer? Does any structure imply a designer? This universe and creation imply a designer and maker! Paul says they are “without excuse” - Romans 1:19-22 Claims man evolved Think chance is a logical explanation for man’s existence Denies the Divine origin of the Bible Claims it is solely a human production How can 66 books written by 40 men over many years be so accurate? Bible Fools

The Disobedient - Matthew 7:26-27 The foolish reject God’s gift of salvation James 1:22, 23 The foolish reject God’ provisions of blessing James 1:25 The wise are those who obey God and glorify Him! 1 Corinthians 1:20-31 Bible Fools

The Materialistic - Luke 12:13-21 Would be a “success” by worldly standards A failure spiritually! Was considered a fool by Jesus - vs. 20 Not because he was rich & prosperous Not because he saved his wealth Because… He did not have God in his life He thought his life was guaranteed He prepared only for the physical life He considered his riches as security and happiness Bible Fools

The Egotistical - Romans 1:22 He thinks he knows it all - the “know-it-all” He knows more than God Will not heed God’s instructions! Proverbs 14:12 He knows more than wise counselors Proverbs 12:15 This person is like Naaman Said - “…behold I thought…” - 2 Kings 5:11 He had to put aside his egomania to receive God’s help 2 Kings 5:13, 14 Bible Fools

The Pratting - Proverbs 10:8 This is the one who knows not when to keep his mouth shut The chattering Proverbs 10:19; Ecclesiastes 5:3 We will give an account for our words Matthew 12:36, 37 Bible Fools

The Meddler - Proverbs 20:3 Also ways noising in someone’s business! Busybodies are condemned 2 Thessalonians 3:11 1 Timothy 5:13 1 Peter 4:15 Correcting sin in other is not meddling! James 5:20 Galatians 6:1 Bible Fools

The Careless - Matthew 25:1-13 Makes insufficient preparations! It is foolish to neglect salvation! Hebrews 2:1-3 Be careful in preparation for salvation 1 Peter 5:7 Bible Fools

The Apostate - Galatians 3:1 Now worse than before! 2 Peter 2:20-22 Faces a terrible future! Hebrews 10:26-32; cf. Hebrews 2:1-3 Forfeits salvation! Revelation 2:10 Bible Fools

“Thou fool” Bible Fools The Atheist The Disobedient The Materialistic The Egotistical The Pratting The Meddler The Careless The Apostate “Thou fool” Bible Fools

Be Wise and Obey the Gospel! Conclusion Don’t be fooled by being a fool! Believe God! Obey God! Be Faithful until you die! Prepare for Heaven! Be Wise and Obey the Gospel! Bible Fools