Sermons on Characteristics Of Pride:

Sermon On The Mount: Christian Perfection Series

Contributed by Edward Hardee on Oct 20, 2011

Characteristics of Christian perfection from the sermon on the mount.

Characteristics of Christian Perfection Theme: Text: Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect. (Matthew 5:48 AV) James 1:4 But let patience have her perfect work, that ye may be perfect and entire, wanting nothing. Colossians 1:28 Whom we preach, warning every ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:21-48

Denomination: Church Of God

Kingdom People

Contributed by Bledar Valca on Mar 27, 2007

Outlines the characteristics of kingdom people as seen in Luke

Characteristics of The Kingdom People. (As seen in the Gospel of Luke) Luke the writer of this gospel uses a unique feature in his gospel. He uses pericopes in explaining, laying out, introducing to Theophilus the Gospel of Christ, having “…carefully investigated everything from the beginning…” in ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Unmasking Satan’s Strategies: Discernment Vs. Suspicion (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Joseph Ondu on Apr 4, 2023

Discernment develops in a climate of humility. Suspicion thrives in pride. If your church is filled with pride, competition, and a religious spirit, it will also be filled with suspicion.

But strong meat belongeth to them that are of full age, even those who by reason of use have their senses exercised to discern both good and evil. ( Hebrews 5:14) Brethren, we are dealing with a crafty enemy who always desires to keep on fighting the wrong battles. He is so cunning that if you are ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:11, Hebrews 5:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

Friends Forever

Contributed by Leo Launio on Oct 14, 2003

Some characteristics of true friendship as revealed in the word of God.

September 21, 2002 I. INTRODUCTION: A. Story of David and Jonathan 1. 1 Samuel 20:1-42 2. Story of devotion, faithfulness, bravery, and commitment amidst strife, hatred, and jealousy. 3. David’s lamentation over Jonathan’s death a. 2 Samuel 1:25-26, “How are the mighty fallen in the midst of the ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:24

Denomination: Adventist

The Parable Of The Pharisee And The Publican Series

Contributed by Ricardo Rodriguez on Nov 1, 2012

There is a necessary appropriate attitude in prayer so that it can be answered by God. The Pharisee belonged to a Jewish religious sect that believed that salvation came by obeying the letter of the law and precepts that they and their ancestors had esta

Ice Breaker: Can you describe the characteristics of a humble person? Scripture: Lucas 18:9-14. INTRODUCTION: There is a necessary appropriate attitude in prayer so that it can be answered by God. The Pharisee belonged to a Jewish religious sect that believed that salvation came by obeying ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Apostolic

Which Virgin Are You?

Contributed by Boniface Simiyu on Feb 4, 2022

Jesus gave us a clear description of the characteristics of two distinct types of Christians. By the characteristics mentioned which one are you?

1 Then shall the kingdom of heaven be likened unto ten virgins, which took their lamps, and went forth to meet the bridegroom. 2 And five of them were wise, and five were foolish. Christians are so used to not reading their bibles that they quickly fill up their heads with many versions of this ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Story Of Two Big Heads

Contributed by Matthew Morine on Oct 24, 2007

Has pride ever hurt a relationship before? If so, would you like some help in dealing with pride? Here is a sermon about solving the pride problem in relationships. Think about it, less fights, conflict, sounds good.

THE STORY OF TWO BIG HEADS GENESIS 3:1-13 THEME: PRIDE DESTROYS RELATIONSHIPS Most teenagers bring home the report card. Parents look at the card hoping to see some B’s but mostly A’s from their child. If there are C’s and D’s, the parents are disappointment with the teenager. There is a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Purity 2 Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Apr 28, 2013

Five characteristics of fallen man that are not to be true of those who are in Christ: Note: the fingerprints of these characteristics remain upon us as sanctification occurs over time.

Dakota Community Church Ephesians 50, Grace at Work 20 April 28, 2013 Purity 3 Ephesians 4:17-19 Now this I say and testify in the Lord, that you must no longer walk as the Gentiles do, in the futility of their minds. 18 They are darkened in their understanding, alienated from the life of God ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:17-19

Denomination: Mennonite

God Has A Better Plan Series

Contributed by Manny Salva Cruz on Mar 13, 2016

We have great potential to do greater things for God but many times, our eyesight are limited and we only see the problem not the solution. In this message, we will study the life of Gideon and how God's plan unfolded before his eyes.

INTRODUCTION: There was a story of a man who had an experiment with the fleas. Fleas are wingless insects with mouth parts adapted for piercing skin and sucking blood living in mammals and birds or dogs. He put some fleas in a jar with a covered top on it. Obviously, the fleas jump and hit the top ...read more

Scripture: Judges 7:1-25

Denomination: Nazarene

Meekness Not Weakness Series

Contributed by Adrian Warnock on Feb 15, 2007

The antidote to "self-esteem" - othewise known as pride.

Meekness not weakness By Adrian Warnock Audio available at http://jubilee-church.org/sermons/kingdom/meek.wma 8th Feb 2003 (Mat 5:5) Like the other beatitudes, this one is completely contrary to what the world says- the world says blessed are the RICH, the Happy and the assertive. Jesus ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be God Confident Not Self Confident

Contributed by Richard Papafio on Jun 24, 2019

To be self confident is pride and to be God confident is humility

May the peace of the Lord be with you. Topic: *BE GOD CONFIDENT NOT SELF CONFIDENT* 1 Corinthians 10:12-13 King James Version (KJV) 12 Wherefore let him that thinketh he standeth take heed lest he fall. 13 There hath no temptation taken you but such as is common to man: but God ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 10:12-13

Denomination: Charismatic

Secret Ambition

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Mar 4, 2021

This sermon is about pride, ambition and the desire to great.

SECRET AMBITION Mark 10:35-45 There is the story about a painter who was painting a picture of Oliver Cromwell. When Cromwell saw the painting he was not pleased because he did not think the painting was genuine. He therefore told the court painter to take it back and paint him ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: United Methodist

The Necessity Of Humility

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Aug 23, 2025

All to often in the business world we thrive to succeed at all costs - I want to be the best! Sometimes we do this at the expense of others and we know this is wrong. Jesus taught us what we should be like with other people and how important humility is in our daily lives.

The necessity of Humility LUKE 14:7-11 In this morning’s reading from St Luke’s gospel JESUS chooses a homely illustration to point to an eternal truth and perhaps a hard lesson for us to learn let alone practice! Those who exalt themselves will be humbled and those who humble themselves will be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-11, John 13:1-17

Church Health, Part 2 Of 3 Series

Contributed by Joey Nelson on May 4, 2006

Sources; Characteristics of a Healthy Church -- Willow Creek; Ten Characteristics of a Healthy Church Vision -- New England; Characteristics of a Healthy Church -- Sonlife Ministries -- Dann Spader; Eight Essential Qualities of Healthy Churches-- Natural

See Part 1 for Introduction; 5. Empowering Leadership The proof of a good leader is creating another leader, not more followers. Develop servant-leadership by strategically mentoring, teaching and serving the believers. A true leader’s measure of success is when they have succeeded in helping ...read more

Scripture: 3 John 1:2-11

The Man Who Had It All

Contributed by Michael Bowen on Nov 28, 2001

Two characteristics of the rich young ruler.

The Man Who Had It All - Mark 10:17-22 Introduction: A family attended church one Sunday for the first time in years. When they got home they began to discuss the service around the table. The father said, "Well I thought the preacher preached too long and too loud." The mother said, "Well I ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-22

Denomination: Baptist