š§ Sermon Podcast:Ā Parable of the Rich Fool (St. Luke 12:13-21)
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Ā Preached by Rev. Steven Macias at Saint Paulās Anglican Church, Los AltosĀ on August 3, 2025
In this sermon, Rev. Steve Macias explores the prophetic purpose of Jesusā parablesānot as mere moral tales, but as covenant lawsuits announcing divine judgment. Focusing on the parable of the rich fool, this episode unpacks Christās warning against covetousness, the folly of hoarding, and the eternal weight of stewardship. Drawing from Scripture, classical philosophy, and Church Fathers, listeners are called to examine their inheritanceānot in barns and wealth, but in the unshakable Kingdom of God. Will you be found rich toward God?
I. Possession is Not the Point
- Covetousness is a proto-sināa dissatisfaction with Godās providence.
- Your life does not consist in the abundance of possessions.
- We are stewards, not owners.
II. Hoarding is Foolish and Fatal
- The rich fool stores up treasure but loses his soul.
- Hoarding reflects fear, control, and leads to ruin.
- Like the dragonās hoard in myth, it curses rather than blesses.
- āThe bread in your hoard belongs to the hungry…ā ā St. Basil.
III. In the Kingdom, Gifts Grow When Given
- Inheritance is meant to bless others, not be hoarded.
- Abundance multiplies when shared.
- Jesus is the true Heir who became poor for our sake.
- āFear not, little flockāfor your Father is pleased to give you the Kingdom.ā
