Sermons on Childlike Humility:

Pleasing God Instead Of Men Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Aug 4, 2015

Leadership, Humility, Teachability, Courage

FOLLOW THE LEADER – Pleasing God Instead of Men 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12 (pg. 824) August 9, 2015 Introduction: Opposition can come in many forms...It can be an outright attack, violent and physical...and it can also come more subtly...through conversations that gather support from ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Master Over Hopelessness Series

Contributed by Ron Tuit on Aug 12, 2014

Jesus taught humility without using the word: The healing of the 10 lepers demonstrates true humility before God.

Master Over Hopelessness Luke 17: 11-19 We have been looking at Jesus’ teaching in Luke 17 and we’ll take a few minutes to review the Lessons of this chapter which lead into the healing of the ten lepers: a. Luke 17:1-2: Don’t become ensnared (that’s what a ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:11-19

Denomination: Baptist

Yes, Jesus Loves Me!

Contributed by Thomas Cash on Nov 1, 2007

I wrote this funeral message for a mentally handicapped adult who was very child-like. It is based on some of the more obscure verses of "Jesus Loves Me."

INTRODUCTION: One of the most familiar Christian songs in the world is “Jesus Loves Me.” Most of us can recall one or two verses, but did you know that the author of the song, Anna Bartlett Warner, originally wrote seven? BODY: As I looked at some of the more obscure verses, I quickly realized ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 139:1-24

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Transformed By Truth: The Power Of Humility In Christian Unity Ephesians 4:2-3 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Jan 30, 2024

Today, we explore Ephesians 4:2, delving into the transformative power of truth, specifically focusing on the virtue of humility and its role in fostering Christian unity. In a world often marked by division, let us uncover the profound truth that can bring about transformation in our lives.

Transformed by Truth: The Power of Humility in Christian Unity Introduction: Today, we explore Ephesians 4:2, delving into the transformative power of truth, specifically focusing on the virtue of humility and its role in fostering Christian unity. In a world often marked by division, let us ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:2, Philippians 2:3, Philippians 2:5-8, Matthew 20:28, Ephesians 4:3, Colossians 3:14  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Parable Of The Two Sons & The Pharisee And Publican: The Power Of Humility, The Danger Of Pride Series

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Aug 28, 2022

I had learned about God when I was 7, 8, 9 years old, into my teens, but as my life became increasingly broken I rejected God, and went my own way in anger and pride.

I had learned about God when I was 7, 8, 9 years old, into my teens, but as my life became increasingly broken I rejected God, and went my own way in anger and pride. In my mind, I recall, I said to myself, we don’t need you God. We’re going to make this planet into a paradise on our own and show ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14, Matthew 21:28-32

Denomination: Salvation Army

Let The Little Children Come Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Aug 6, 2023

Jesus loves little children. Not only are the children precious in his sight but they are important. As a matter of fact, Jesus will teach that adults have an important lesson to learn from children.

Let the Little Children come has been a popular theme for children’s camp and vacation Bible school. It is taken from the passage about Jesus blessing little children. It is a tender and sentimental passage and very welcome because it follows some judgement passages. If you have been waiting for ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Downwardly Mobile

Contributed by Alison Bucklin on Sep 16, 2023

The terms of our peace with God are humility and obedience, the very same humility and obedience that Jesus displayed in his entry into Jerusalem.

How many of you have ridden horseback? Do you remember the first time you got on one? Most people feel either terrified or omnipotent - but both have to do with how far off the ground you are and how much power you are sitting on top of. Horses are big. And no matter how you feel, the person on the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 19:39-42

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Be Humble PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 26, 2023

Encourage believers to live in genuine humility, following the example of Jesus Christ, and not to boast about their humility, but to demonstrate it in their daily lives.

Good morning, everyone! We are going to tackle a challenging topic today, one that isn't always easy to swallow. It's about humility. You see, the world we live in seems to reward those who boast about their accomplishments and achievements, but the Bible tells us to live differently. Christian ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-20, 1 Peter 5:6-7

Topics: Humble, Serve, Jesus Christ

Irresistible To God Series

Contributed by Stephen Colaw on Nov 10, 2007

Part 2 - God cannot resist true humility in his children.

A couple of weeks ago, as I was finishing our teaching on the life of Moses, I told you that I have a weakness for heroes. A part of what makes heroes so attractive is their rugged independence. They just don’t need anyone else…however, that’s really not a strength. In fact I need to learn how ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Wesleyan

The Road To Greatness

Contributed by James May on Mar 10, 2010

Greatness in the eyes of the world is not the same as greatness in the eyes of God. What does it take to be great in God's eyes?

The Road to Greatness Wednesday, March 10, 2010 By Pastor James May How does the world judge a man to be great? Often men are declared to be great if they have the ability to influence heads of state or leaders in society as Statesmen. These are often found as Leaders of Nations, peacekeepers ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

"O Lord, It's Hard To Be Humble"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Oct 25, 2007

Humility is the key to salvation, sanctification and evangelism.

“O Lord, It’s Hard to be Humble” Luke 18:9-14 You wouldn’t think it would be all that difficult. We were all formed from the same dust of the earth, by the same Creator. Basically, our bodies are pretty much the same. We all get sick, we all need to eat, all of us are lonely at times, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: United Methodist

Both Baptisms

Contributed by Brady Boyd on Apr 28, 2011

An explanation of the symbolism, obedience, and humility in baptism.

All right, open up your Bible to Luke chapter three, we are in a journey, a series of talks on Luke and we'll be here for several months. And I really hope that you’re reading along with me. I hope that you’re opening up the scriptures during the week. One of the things I told the guys ...read more

Scripture: Luke 3:1-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Mary's Song Series

Contributed by Rick Burdette on Apr 23, 2012

Humility, surrender, God's power and plan

MARY’S SONG Luke 1: 46-56 (p724) Dec. 4, 2011 (Don’t read scripture until at the end of Introduction) INTRODUCTION: If you do a Google search for Christmas songs you’ll pull up around 55 million websites. But if you refine the search you can look under Keywords “Songs ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"What Does God Want?"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Jan 25, 2017

A sermon about mercy, justice, humility.

“What Does God Want?” Micah 6:1-8 18 years ago I was an Associate Pastor at a big church in Macon, Georgia and also going to seminary at the same time. I felt God calling me to reach out to a community of folks I had just recently heard about. It was a homeless shelter for ...read more

Scripture: Micah 6:1-8

Denomination: United Methodist

Dwelling Below With Saints We Know Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Aug 8, 2018

When humility prevails relationships excel

ENGAGE You’ve probably heard the little ditty, “To dwell above with the saints we love, O that will be glory! But to dwell below with the saints we know, well, that’s a different story!” TENSION I think you’d all agree with me that there is a lot of truth in that statement. But we really ...read more

Denomination: Baptist