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  • Gordon McCulloch avatar

    Strength Through Humility

    Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Jul 7, 2014
     | 6,466 views

    The world thinks humility is pious weakness, whereas the bible says it is strength through submission, in fact true humility results in power, and honour and glory and majesty and strength. Who would not want that?

    Genesis 24:34-38, 42-49, 58-67 Psalm 45: 11-18 Romans 7:15-25a Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30 “Please join me in my prayer.” Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of our hearts, be acceptable in your sight, O Lord, our strength, and our redeemer. Amen. (Ps. ...read more

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    Denomination: Episcopal

  • Dennis Davidson avatar

    Pride Verses Humility Series

    Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Mar 29, 2012
    based on 6 ratings
     | 15,887 views

    Pride and humility are the outcomes of attitudes and opinion we harbor and the choices we make. The harmful results of pride are repeatedly contrasted with humility & with its benefits. So the sayings in Proverbs hammer hard against pride & drives home th

    PRIDE VERSES HUMILITY Proverbs 11:2 Proverbs is direct and forceful in rejecting pride and honoring humility. Pride is pagan behavior. It has no place in the lives of God's people. Pride is a declaration of independence from God if not an assertion of war against Him. Pride therefore draws ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Thomas Bartlett avatar

    The Way Of Joy - Humility Series

    Contributed by Thomas Bartlett on Apr 17, 2020
     | 3,761 views

    Why does God say He will “look to” or favor the humble? Because these people represent the heart of God by caring for others first. Their reward is God’s favor.

    OUTLINE The Way of Joy Philippians Chapter 3 Steele Creek Church, Eastfield – Dr. Tom Bartlett April 19, 2020 Philippians 3:1-21 (ESV) Finally, my brothers, rejoice in the Lord. To write the same things to you is no trouble to me and is safe for you. (Vs. 1) HOW TO GROW STRONGER ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

  • Derek Geldart avatar

    Church Unity By Humility Series

    Contributed by Derek Geldart on Apr 22, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,490 views

    Diversity inside the body of Christ happens when the members take on the same mindset as Christ and humble themselves by looking out for the needs of others rather than that of their own!

    Unity by Imitating Christ’s Humility Philippians 2:1-11 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 What does Christ mean to you? After Apostle Paul finished advising the Philippians the way to handle persecution was to live a life worthy of the Gospel by standing firm in one ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Seth Lawson avatar

    03 Joy In Humility Series

    Contributed by Seth Lawson on Feb 17, 2025
    based on 1 rating
     | 304 views

    Bottomline: Joy flourishes when we embrace Christlike humility.

    If you’ve ever heard about the life of Mother Teresa, you know her story is remarkable. She spent decades serving the poorest of the poor in the slums of Calcutta, India, tending to people who had nothing—no money, no health, no hope. She didn’t live for comfort, recognition, or personal success. ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    I Want To Be Chief!!

    Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Aug 14, 2008
    based on 34 ratings
     | 4,892 views

    Have I got a job for you!!

    In a world where everyone wants to be number one and the head Hondo or their own Boss, etc, I have decided that I want to be chief. Trying to be number one is far too exhausting and unfulfilling. I mean trying to climb that corporate ladder stepping over someone else’s blood, sweat and tears ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Brian Williams avatar

    The Way Of Humilty

    Contributed by Brian Williams on Apr 6, 2023
     | 2,797 views

    When a humble person listens and learns, they will not act in a way that brings disgrace on him or herself, on the church, or upon the name of the Lord. They will live in a way that honors God and His Word in everything and above everything else.

    As many of you here know, we have been studying the book of Proverbs since February in a series called Wisdom that Works. So far this month we have talked about the power of words, fulfilling friendships, last week we heard about wisdom for anger and today, we come to the subject of the way of ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Tim Zingale avatar

    "Pride, Humility, Forgiveness

    Contributed by Tim Zingale on Oct 19, 2004
    based on 38 ratings
     | 7,667 views

    A sermon for the 21st Sunday after Pentecost Proper 25 Parable about the Pharisee and tax collector

    21st Sunday after Pentecost Proper 25 Luke 18:9-14 Sermon "Pride, Humility, Forgiveness 9* ¶ He also told this parable to some who trusted in themselves that they were righteous and despised others: 10 "Two men went up into the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. 11* ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Daniel Habben avatar

    Practice Christian Humility

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Nov 15, 2004
    based on 44 ratings
     | 9,421 views

    Practice Christian Humility by remembering your history and by remebering His story.

    The price of pride is going up. No, really. In an effort to stem showboating and taunting after touchdowns, the NFL has started handing out huge fines totalling thousands of dollars. Pride doesn’t come cheap in our circles either. While we may never get slapped with a fine for a display of ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • Brian Bill avatar

    How To Pray With Humility Series

    Contributed by Brian Bill on May 20, 2003
    based on 221 ratings
     | 102,061 views

    This morning we’re going to focus on how to pray with humility. Most of us are much better at excusing our sins and failures than we are at confessing them. We’re quick to point out other peoples’ mistakes, but we have a hard time admitting when we’ve b

    How to Pray with Humility This morning we’re going to focus on how to pray with humility. Most of us are much better at excusing our sins and failures than we are at confessing them. We’re quick to point out other peoples’ mistakes, but we have a hard time admitting when we’ve blown it. Here are ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Alan Perkins avatar

    Humility - Psalm 131

    Contributed by Alan Perkins on Mar 17, 2002
    based on 55 ratings
     | 14,757 views

    Humility means accepting your limits.

    This morning’s sermon is on the topic of humility. Now, in order for me to judge in advance how this is all going to be received, would everyone who thinks there is value in hearing what the Bible says about humility please raise your hand? [Many hands raised] All right. Thank you. Now, would ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Dr. Robert McKenzie avatar

    The Marks Of A Christian: Humility Series

    Contributed by Dr. Robert Mckenzie on Mar 20, 2002
    based on 240 ratings
     | 16,770 views

    How to develop humility in an age of pride

    Marks of a Christian: Humility Luke 14:7-11 Over the past few weeks we have been looking at some of the marks or identifying characteristics of a Christian. Paul carried the physical marks of Christ in his own body which identified him with the testimony of Christ. However, believers should bear ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Doug Johnston avatar

    Honor, Humility, And Faith Series

    Contributed by Doug Johnston on Oct 5, 2001
    based on 37 ratings
     | 3,278 views

    David’s life shows how important our brokenness in confession and prayer is to God.

    “Create in me a clean heart, O God; and renew a right spirit within me.” Everything favored David’s success: He was a brilliant organizer He was a brilliant manager He was a brilliant planner He was a brilliant battlefield commander He was also very human. Three Major Failures in David’s ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • MaxiMiliano Zapata avatar

    Revival Through Humility Series

    Contributed by Maximiliano Zapata on May 13, 2001
    based on 74 ratings
     | 9,440 views

    Revival is not a church meeting. It is when God sovereignly chooses to grant his church a fresh experience of his Spirit.

    Preacher who had a brother fall asleep every Sunday when he would start preaching. Preacher decided to do something about it. Preached on Hell one Sunday and Sure enough the brother had fallen asleep. Preacher pounded the Pulpit, when it came to making this point: “If anybody wants to go to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Paul Apple avatar

    Persevere In The Path Of Humility Series

    Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000
    based on 25 ratings
     | 5,707 views

    JOYFULLY PERSEVERE IN HUMBLE SERVICE TO MAINTAIN A BLAMELESS TESTIMONY

    BIG IDEA: JOYFULLY PERSEVERE IN HUMBLE SERVICE TO MAINTAIN A BLAMELESS TESTIMONY Introduction: The path of humble service -- seeking the prosperity of others above our own personal interests -- is not the path we would naturally choose. In fact we shrink back from such a challenge. How can such a ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible