Sermons on Humble The Proud:

Humility

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Jan 21, 2005

Apparently trying to humble the Corinthians, Paul makes a series of contrasts.

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: A well-known Christian businessman who was visiting a church was asked to give his testimony. He said, "I have a fine family, a large house, a successful business, and a good reputation. I have plenty of money so I can support some Christian ministries very generously. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 4:6-13

Denomination: Baptist

Learning To Let God Lead Series

Contributed by Thomas Black on Jan 22, 2005

The transformation from defiant deciever to humble servant is never easy.

How many of you would consider yourselves a role model? I’ve got an interesting role model for you tonight. Turns out he was married ... twice... at the same time... to sisters! To top it off – at the suggestion of his wives he had a couple more ladies on the side (and his wives were OK with ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 29:1-30

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Broken Vessel

Contributed by Ricardo Rodriguez on Jun 28, 2009

God can do great things through humble means.

“A Broken Vessel…” 6/11/2008 – Marsing, ID 6/4/2009 – Nampa, ID Gen 1:1-3 “1In the beginning God created the heaven and the earth. 2And the earth was without form, and void; and darkness was upon the face of the deep. And the Spirit of God moved upon the face of the waters.” We know that in the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:1-3

Denomination: Apostolic

Rejoice Through Trials Series

Contributed by Paul Carlson on Feb 21, 2009

A joyful humble spirit will help you persevere during trials.

REJOICE THROUGH TRIALS James 1:9-11 PROPOSITION: Because Christ humbled Himself even unto the death of the cross, you must practice humility during periods of trials. I. Rejoice through trials regardless of your social status. v. 9-10 A. Impoverished believers must rejoice in ...read more

Scripture: James 1:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

Get Down To Go Up

Contributed by Perry Greene on Oct 10, 2011

God honors a humble spirit rather than a boastful one.

A mild mannered young man came into a counselor’s office ready for a divorce. He complained that his bride was so bossy that she was driving him off the wall. He wanted things to change, immediately. The counselor told him that he needed to build his self-esteem and that this would take time. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Humility

Contributed by Gerald Roberts on Oct 20, 2022

Jesus desires for his children to be humble like He is.

Humility Luke 18:9-14 1. There are two characters in this Parable one had No regrets about life • The Pharisee, standing by himself, Pharisees stood apart from the crowd to preserve their purity before God. • He was Praying ‘God, I thank you that I am not like other people: • thieves, rogues or ...read more

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

Denomination: Methodist

2 Samuel 6:16-23

Contributed by Luke Vasicek on Feb 1, 2024

True Worship is Humbly Focusing on God, Not On Our Own Reputations

The Focus of Worship 2Sam. 6:16-23 1. The _Act_ of Worship 6:16-19 A. Our Worship Does Not Imitate the _World_. (1 Sam. 5:2-11 shows the Philistines transporting the Ark with a cart and oxen; Israel tried to imitate the pagans and learned this method of transporting the Ark from ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 6:16-23

Denomination: Bible Church

When The Heart Turns Away Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jul 15, 2025

1 Kings 11 is one of the saddest chapters in Solomon’s story. The man who was once filled with divine wisdom, honoured by nations, and favoured by God fell because of a divided heart.

WHEN THE HEART TURNS AWAY By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: 1 Kings 11:1-43 Supporting Texts: Deuteronomy 17:17; Proverbs 4:23; Matthew 6:24; Revelation 2:4-5; James 1:14-15 INTRODUCTION: 1 Kings 11 is one of the saddest chapters in Solomon’s story. The man who was once filled with divine ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 11:1-43

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Fear The Lord And Be Delivered From All Your Fears Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

THOSE WHO FEAR THE LORD PRAISE HIM CONTINUALLY FOR HIS DELIVERANCE FROM DESPERATE SITUATIONS

BIG IDEA: THOSE WHO FEAR THE LORD PRAISE HIM CONTINUALLY FOR HIS DELIVERANCE FROM DESPERATE SITUATIONS I. (:1-3) PRAISE = OUR PRIMARY MISSION Do you ever wonder what God’s will is for your life? To Praise Him all the time! A. (:1) Bless the Lord for Rescuing You / Don’t Blame the Lord for your ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 34:1-22

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Broken Arrows Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Oct 18, 2000

GOD CONFIRMS HIS MAJESTY BY DELIVERING THE HUMBLE FROM THE ATTACKS OF THOSE WHO REFUSE TO FEAR HIM

BIG IDEA: GOD CONFIRMS HIS MAJESTY BY DELIVERING THE HUMBLE FROM THE ATTACKS OF THOSE WHO REFUSE TO FEAR HIM I. (:1-3) GOD DEFENDS HIS DWELLING PLACE AGAINST ALL WEAPONS OF WARFARE / GOD THE DEFENDER A. God Dwells Among Those who Know Him 1. "God is known in Judah" 2. "His name is great in ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 76:1-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Revival That Last

Contributed by Jack Whitehead on Feb 16, 2004

This sermon teaches how to have a true revival.

Revival That Last 2nd Chronicles 7:12-14 12 And the Lord appeared to Solomon by night, and said unto him, I have chosen this place to myself for an house of sacrifice.13 If I shut up heaven that their be no rain, or if I command ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:12-14

Denomination: Baptist

One Day We Live In Peace, Free From Enemies, Without Fear (Zephaniah 3:1-13) Series

Contributed by Garrett Tyson on Mar 19, 2022

God will purify his people, and in the end, the humble with live in peace with Him and each other.

When we read prophetic books, a lot of times, it's like reading a collection of sermons or a hymn book. If you strung together all of your pastor's sermons that he gave over the past year, and then read them all as a single message, they wouldn't make sense, right? He addresses ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 3:1-13

Messiah Jesus Born In A Manger To King Of The Universe

Contributed by Justin Steckbauer on Dec 28, 2022

A humble desire for the Lord of all. Simple, pure, truthful, meek, lowly, humble. That’s what it takes. Maybe in the end that’s a gift from the Lord himself.

“Mother and daughter looked more like twin sisters. Both were grossly overweight, and together they couldn’t have possessed more than eight teeth. Both had spent too many nights in jailhouses and skid row missions. As they lugged garbage bags full of their meager possessions past our church, Wanda ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:4-5, John 14:15, Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Salvation Army

Casting Your Cares Upon Him Series

Contributed by Ed Taylor on Apr 21, 2008

Humbly cast your cares, soberly resist the devil, and confidently stand in God’s grace.

1. It’s been my prayer that we all gain a greater love & appreciation for Pastor Peter. a. He loves Jesus and because of that love he loves the flock! b. Writing to those scattered, hassled believers in the first century, he encouraged & exhorted them. c. And through Him, the Holy Spirit has ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:5-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Message In 1peter – Number 5 – Humble Yourselves And The Monster Of Anxiety – 1peter 5:6-7 Series

Contributed by Ron Ferguson on May 9, 2023

Anxiety and concern afflict us and cause worry. God does not want that for us. Peter speaks of casting our cares on the Lord, also the Psalms, and the Lord on earth spoke on the same matter in the Sermon on the Mount. Humbling ourselves under the MIGHTY hand of God is a necessity.

MESSAGE IN 1PETER – NUMBER 5 – HUMBLE YOURSELVES AND THE MONSTER OF ANXIETY – 1Peter 5:6-7 [A]. INTRODUCTION – STRENGTH AND DEPENDENCE The strength of youth is most evident when the body is at the prime of its physical development. How many of us have had sons in the middle teens who likes to ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 55:5, Psalm 94:19, Psalm 27:1, Psalm 34:4, Psalm 46:1-2, 1 Peter 5:6-7, Psalm 55:22, Matthew 6:25-34, 1 Peter 2:25, 1 Timothy 3:6, Romans 12:3, 1 Samuel 15:17, James 4:6, Psalm 31:9, Psalm 31:5  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational