Sermons on Humble The Proud:

Follow Jesus--Not Your Feelings Series

Contributed by David Dykes on Oct 9, 2006

Are you a little proud you attend church? Do you feel a little superior to those folks who sleep in or are out on the lake? There is no room for spiritual pride in grace, because in grace, it’s all about boasting in God not in our goodness.

INTRODUCTION If you were around in 1975 you might remember the one-hit wonder “Feelings,” by Morris Albert “Feelings, nothing more than feelings; / Trying to forget my feelings of love; / Feelings, whoa, whoa, whoa feelings…” This is the sappiest song I’ve ever heard. It was never was one of my ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:18-19

Denomination: Baptist

A Life Of Service

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Mar 7, 2003

Death of Mr. Rogers reminds us that service with a Christ-like humble attitude always wins in a world of putdowns!

A Life of service Philippians 2:19-30 One night a teenage girl brought her new boyfriend home to meet her parents. They were just appalled at his appearance- leather jacket, motorcycle boots, tattoos, pierced nose and ears. Later, the parents pulled their daughter aside and confessed their ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:19-30

Denomination: Evangelical Free

What Is A Constrite Spirit?"

Contributed by Ken Harris on Aug 20, 2005

The purpose of this sermon is to motivate the hearers to affirm to others that God dwells with those who are humble and have a contrite heart.

21 August 2005 by U.S. Army Chaplain (MAJ) Ken Harris Busan, Korea (Ulchi Focus Lens Exercise) Isaiah 57:14-21 (NIV) Big Idea: God lives with those who are humble and have a contrite heart. REFERENCES: Isaiah 57:1-21; Hebrew 12:1-10; Lamentation:33-34; Psalms 51:17 (The sacrifices of God are ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 57:14-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

"Pointing Beyond Ourselves"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Dec 5, 2002

In John the Baptist we have an example of humble living, speaking truth, and always pointing beyond ourselves to Christ.

“POINTING BEYOND OURSELVES” Mark 1:1-8 Isaiah 40:1-11 By: Rev. Kenneth E. Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA Approximately three-hundred years before John the Baptist came on the scene... ...God had promised through the prophet Isaiah that a person would come and ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:1-8, Isaiah 40:1-11

Denomination: United Methodist

Glory In A Barn Series

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Feb 26, 2013

The fullest expression and revelation of God's glory come in the form of an infant child, the Son of God born in a humble stall.

We’ve been talking about the glory of God, and we were studying the glory of God primarily through the Exodus stories where the descriptions of God’s glory were these awe-inspiring displays of power, of majesty, the pillar of fire, God on the mountain with Moses, God seated on the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:25-32

Denomination: Baptist

Submit To One Another? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jan 18, 2010

If we can not be humble before God, who is the Creator of everything, how can we submit to anyone else?

We have been learning from the Letter to the Ephesians. We can read the story of the beginning of this Christian church in Ephesus in the Book of Acts. Please open your Bibles to Acts, Chapter 19. Read along with me v1-6…. The Ephesians became Christians as they repented from their sins and ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Who Is This King Of Glory?

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Apr 22, 2010

PALM SUNDAY (A) - Who is this King of glory? This King of glory is a very humble servant and our praiseworthy Savior.

“WHO IS THIS KING OF GLORY?” (Outline) March 28, 2010 - Palm Sunday - MATTHEW 21:1-11 INTRO: An age old question people need to answer is: “Who is the Lord?” Jesus asked the question of his disciples, “Who do people say that I am?” They gave Jesus the different opinions of the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 21:1-11

Denomination: Lutheran

The Power Of The Resurrection Series

Contributed by Glenn Pease on Mar 5, 2021

The good news of Easter is that the power to conquer death is already available to those who will humble themselves to receive it as a gift.

For the man who has everything there is now a solar-powered headstone. John Dilks, a computer engineer for Western Electric designed this headstone with a recording device and a video display screen, which will display a biographical account and a computerized photograph. Dilks Creative Tombstone ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 1:15-23

The Romance Of Redemption Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jul 29, 2020

Humble yourself before the Lord and find recognition, resources, and best of all, a close, personal relationship with your Redeemer.

Christian Herter was running hard for reelection as governor of Massachusetts, and one day he arrived late at a barbecue. He’d had no breakfast or lunch, and he was famished. As he moved down the serving line, he held out his plate and received one piece of chicken. The governor said to the ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 4:1-22, James 4:10, 1 John 2:17, John 1:12, Ephesians 2:6, Ephesians 1:21, Ephesians 1:3, 1 Peter 1:4, 2 Peter 1:3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical Free

What Are The Characteristics Of A Wise Person? Series

Contributed by Lalachan Abraham on Nov 10, 2021

“No man is really wise until he is gentle and humble in heart” A Pure heart is the truest wisdom. "

The quest for wisdom is an ageless pursuit that rewards the seeker with a lifetime of knowledge, satisfaction, and personal success. These are riches that never lose value with time. James, the brother of Jesus (Matthew. 13:55) and leader of the Jerusalem church (Acts 15) have been asked this ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18, Proverbs 1:7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Here Comes The King Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Mar 22, 2024

When Jesus came the first time, he came as a humble Messiah, but when he returns it will be as the King of Kings.

HERE COMES THE KING Text: John 12:12-19 Introduction 1. Did you know that the colonialists wanted to make George Washington a king? But he refused. Because George and many of the colonists believed that there was only one king, and it was not King George III. a. On April 22, 1774, before the ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-19

Denomination: Methodist

Sacrifice Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Oct 3, 2023

Jesus humbly sacrificed his life for us, and as his followers, we are called to live sacrificially and serve others.

Jesus left his awesome place in heaven to become a sacrifice for our mistakes. He gave up everything to help us. Sacrifice needs humility. Following Jesus means giving up stuff we care about. Jesus said we have to be ready to let go of everything to be his followers. It's tough, but it's worth it. ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 9:11-14

Topics: Divine Sacrifice, Human Redemption, Eternal Salvation, Spiritual Impact

The God Who Multiplies Your Small Beginning Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Oct 19, 2025

God takes humble beginnings and multiplies them into great manifestations when we trust, obey, and remain faithful.

THE GOD WHO MULTIPLIES YOUR SMALL BEGINNING By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Zechariah 4:10 Key Verse: “For who hath despised the day of small things? for they shall rejoice, and shall see the plummet in the hand of Zerubbabel...” — Zechariah 4:10 (KJV) Supporting Texts: Job 8:7; Deuteronomy ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

The Humility Of Jesus At Christmas PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 26, 2023

Reflect on the humble beginnings of Jesus, emphasize His humanity and divinity, and encourage us to share God's love with the world.

Good morning, beloved family in Christ. It is a joy and a privilege to gather together in this sacred space, a refuge from the world, where we can find solace in the Word of God and fellowship with one another. As we come together today, we stand on the precipice of a story that has the power to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-20

Topics: Humility, Jesus's Birth

A Little Jesus PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Feb 29, 2024

This sermon explores the eternal presence of Jesus, the healing power of His teachings, and the importance of humbly honoring His promises.

Welcome, dear brothers and sisters, to this sacred assembly where we gather together, not as strangers, but as a family, united under the banner of Christ's love. Isn't it a blessing to be here, in the house of our Lord, surrounded by the fellowship of believers, ready to immerse ourselves in the ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:20

Topics: Jesus