Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0079A recorded on August 5, 1979 teaching from Luke 12:21 – Not Rich Toward God.
Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores the danger of prioritizing material security over the inner vitality of the soul. He argues that legalism and hypocrisy act as a “mask” that obscures true faith, urging believers instead to seek a life empowered by the Holy Spirit rather than one governed by human logic or religious tradition. Through the parable of the rich fool, Stevens illustrates the tragedy of accumulating earthly “impedimenta” while remaining spiritually bankrupt before a God who intimately knows every detail of our lives. Ultimately, Pastor Stevens gives us a passionate call to be rich toward God, emphasizing that eternal security is found only through a spiritual rebirth that transcends the temporary comforts of the physical world.