Sermons on Danger Of Pride:

See The Hidden Glory Of God’s Son

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Jul 25, 2023

Let’s leave behind our pride and our thoughts about ourselves and witness the glory of the One and Only—God’s Son—who became human to give us life, and light, and hope. The baby in the manger wants us to have these blessings. May we see the hidden glory of God's Son!

You can still go to Bethlehem. Even though it has been over 2000 years since the first Christmas we could get on an airplane and fly to Israel and travel to the town where Jesus was born. And we can even go to the place that for centuries has been considered the actual location where Jesus was ...read more

Scripture: John 1:14, Hebrews 1:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

When Faith Falters Series

Contributed by Timothy Smith on Oct 12, 2002

David’s spiritual slump can be very helpful to us:encouraging to those of us who have fallen, to see that a great man like David wasn’t immune to failure and also a warning to us of the danger that comes from drifting away from God.

WHEN FAITH FALTERS 1 SAMUEL 27 INTRODUCTION: I remember the day my daughter, Marlo let me know what she thought of the ministry. She was 10 years old and talking to her Mom about school and Deb asked her if anything new was happening and she said with excitement, "Oh, we’re going to have ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 27:1-10

Denomination: Christian Church

Lighten Your Load

Contributed by Jim Twamley on Mar 26, 2003

Every sailor knows that you can’t ride out a storm with an overburdened ship. You’ll take on excess water and sink. The same goes for us, when we carry useless burdens around and a storm comes up – we’ll be in danger of sinking.

Many of you came in here today carrying a burden, a load of care. The good news is that you can lighten your load, you can even get rid of your load altogether. Relax, you’re in the Lord’s house now, and I’ve got a feel’en everything’s gonna be alright! Amen! Our sermon comes from the Book of ...read more

Scripture: Acts 27:1-44, Matthew 11:28-30

Denomination: Pentecostal

God Will Not Part A Red Sea Back Into Egypt

Contributed by Elizabeth Mccaskill on Sep 28, 2003

There is a grave danger in going in the opposite direction from whence God has called us. Do not expect God to make a way for you to go back to your old habits, your old way of doing things. For God will not part a Red Sea back into Egypt.

Read Text: Number 14: 3-4 State Subject: The danger of turning back Title: God will not part a Red Sea back into Egypt! Objective: the purpose of the message this morning is to inform the listeners that there is a danger in turning away from the will of God. Introduction: Church, what the ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 14:3-4

Denomination: Methodist

How Well Does Jesus Know You? Series

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Sep 6, 2005

We may not realize it, but we all need a guide - someone to take us into the dangerous presence of God. Many of us feel ashamed because of our own failures. But Jesus knows our weaknesses through and through, yet willingly guides us to the Father.

The family in America is changing. Recent statistics show that the "typical" American household no longer mirrors Ozzie and Harriett - with two married people at home with the kids and the dogs and the Beav. The most common household in America now is a single parent. We’ve gotten used to going it ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Finding Security In An Unsafe World

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Sep 13, 2001

The truths we need to have planted in our lives are: Our security is: 1. In God, not the things of this world. 2. In our faith, not our safety. 3. In eternity, not our present circumstances. 4. The fact that even though life is dangerous, life is good.

When the events of this week began to unfold, we were all in shock. We didn’t know what to think. Was this an accident, or was it something planned? But when the second plane slammed into the World Trade Center building there was little doubt that terrorism was involved. Then when the Pentagon ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 46:1-11

Denomination: Methodist

Trade Your Sorrow For His Joy

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Jul 1, 2011

God responds according to your faith and surrounds you with His mercy. Is yours the kind of faith that can sing to Him in times of danger? The next time you face threatening circumstances, trust the Lord. He will protect you and deliver you from your enem

Trade Your Sorrow for His Joy Weeping May Last for a Night but a Shout of Joy Comes in the Morning. (Psalm 126) Count it all joy when you encounter various trials knowing that the trial of your faith works patience. Let patience have its perfect work that you may be perfect and complete not ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-3

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Remember Lot's Wife

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Feb 21, 2025

In today’s world, many Christians are like Lot’s wife—divided in their commitment to God, longing for the pleasures of the world while trying to walk the path of righteousness. The story of Lot’s wife teaches us about the dangers of spiritual complacency, disobedience, and attachment to the past.

REMEMBER LOT'S WIFE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Luke 17:32 "Remember Lot’s wife." Supporting Texts: Genesis 19:15-26, Matthew 24:37-39, Hebrews 10:38-39, Philippians 3:13-14, 2 Peter 2:6-9 INTRODUCTION The warning given by Jesus in Luke 17:32 is one of the shortest yet most ...read more

Scripture: Luke 17:32, Genesis 19:15-26, Matthew 24:37-39, Hebrews 10:38-39, Philippians 3:13-14, 2 Peter 2:6-9  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Power Of Pliability

Contributed by Joe Dan Vendelin on Mar 16, 2024

One of the most important things we can do is to stay pliable with the Lord. The hardening of our hearts is a real danger. How do we stay in a place of responsiveness to His voice? This sermon focuses on the power of pliability and how to stay pliable before His presence.

Power of Pliability “Delight yourself also in the Lord, and He will give you the desires of your heart.” Ps. 37:4 NKJV What does it mean to delight ourselves in the Lord? First, let’s take a look at this idea in Hebrew. The verb here is anag (Strong's H6026). The Strong’s definition of the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 3:6-9, 1 Corinthians 2:13, 1 John 2:27, John 16:13, John 9:6-7, Romans 9:18, Psalm 122:1, Hebrews 10:25, Isaiah 55:11, Psalm 95:8, Hebrews 3:15, Galatians 5:25, Exodus 7:13, Exodus 7:22, Exodus 8:19, Psalm 68:9, 1 Timothy 2:8, Psalm 119:32, Psalm 37:4  (view more)  (view less)

The Security Of The Believers

Contributed by Patrick Agbonkpolor on Dec 5, 2020

The world has become so dangerous and unsafe. There are waves of crimes, insecurity, and threat to human existence. But God had assured the faithful believers of His complete security over us. However, we must live up to God's expectation of a godly life.

TOPIC: THE SECURITY OF BELIEVERS. TEXT :PSALMS 91:1-16 "He that dwelleth in the secret place of the Most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty (11). For he shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee, in all thy ways." (Psalms 91:1,11) We live in a world that has ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 91:1-16

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Very Special "I Am” Of John’s Gospel – "Ego Eimi” – "I, I Am” – So Much Comfort In It – Part 2 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Aug 31, 2022

When does despair become relief? When does the dangerous trough of despondency become the glorious hill of deliverance? The answer is in verse 19 of John 6. Jesus drew near to the boat and when Jesus walked on the water and came closer to the boat, all the perspective changed.

A VERY SPECIAL “I AM” OF JOHN’S GOSPEL – “EGO EIMI” – “I, I AM” – SO MUCH COMFORT IN IT – PART 2 We looked in PART 1 at the marvellous I AM of John’s Gospel. It means “I, I am.” It stamped the authority of Jesus as the Elohim of the Old Testament, and that came with all authority. One of the ...read more

Scripture: John 6:16-21, Matthew 14:26-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Elisha's Ministry – Death In The Pot – The Poisonous Pot Of Stew 2 Kings 4 V 38-41 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on Jul 17, 2022

Elisha had a circuit of ministry that began at Gilgal, and each time returned to Gilgal. On one occasion the sons of the prophets prepared a pot of stew but it contained poisonous gourds and they became sick. God performed a miracle through Elisha.

ELISHA'S MINISTRY – DEATH IN THE POT – THE POISONOUS POT OF STEW 2 Kings 4 v 38-41 SERIES – MESSAGES ON ELISHA – HIS LIFE AND MINISTRY Number 12 2Kings 4 v 38 [[When Elisha returned to Gilgal, there was a famine in the land. As the sons of the prophets were sitting before him, he said to ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 4:38-41, Deuteronomy 28:20-25, Deuteronomy 32:20-25, Romans 14:10-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Devil Is On The Prowl

Contributed by Roger Hasselquist on Aug 28, 2022

Adrian Rogers told about a man who bragged that he had cut off the tail of a man-eating lion with his pocketknife. Asked why he hadn’t cut off the lion’s head, the man replied: "Someone had already done that." Our text today warns us of a lion that is a danger to us all.

Alba 7-26-09 (Revised 8-28-2022) THE DEVIL IS ON THE PROWL I Peter 5:8-9 Adrian Rogers told about a man who bragged that he had cut off the tail of a man-eating lion with his pocketknife. Asked why he hadn’t cut off the lion’s head, the man replied: "Someone had already done ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:8, James 4:7-8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Test Yourselves Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Apr 4, 2025

If you want to experience harmony and joy in your relationships, get ready, get real, get right, then get along.

Several years ago, Ken Westphall, in Leadership Journal, a publication for ministry leaders, talked about the most frequent phrases in ministry that become preludes to a fast farewell. They include the following: I think I've earned the right to say this. In ancient Israel, the people ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 13:1-14, Titus 3:10-11, Proverbs 22:10, James 1:2-3, Galatians 6:1, Ephesians 4:11, Romans 12:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Even When We Are Downcast He Lifts Our Head

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Feb 21, 2004

We can praise God that He is the lifter of our head even when we are downcast. At a time of great despair, distress, discouragement and danger, David praised God with the words, "But You, O Lord, art a shield for me. My glory and the lifter of my head."

Even When We Are Downcast He Lifts Our Head (Psa 3:3-5) We can praise God that He is the lifter of our head even when we are downcast. At a time of great despair, distress, discouragement and danger, David praised God with the words, "But You, O Lord, art a shield for me. My glory and the lifter ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 3:3-5

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational