Sermons on Humbling:

Grace For The Humble - James 4:6 Series

Contributed by Darrell Ferguson on Oct 3, 2021

What could be more important than gaining the one quality that determines whether God gives you grace or fights against you?

James 4: 6 But he gives us more grace. That is why Scripture says: “God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble.” Introduction Listen very carefully to these words I am about to read because Jesus said your eternal destiny depends on whether you understand them. Matthew 18:1 At that time ...read more

Scripture: James 4:6

Holy Communion: Remembering, Thanking, Humbling

Contributed by Tommy Ellis on Jun 2, 2002

Sermon details the proper way Christians should approach Communion--by remembering what Jesus did, thanking Him, and by humbling ourselves through confession of sins.

HOLY COMMUNION: REMEMBERING, THANKING, HUMBLING What happens when you give a street drunk a bottle of expensive wine? He drinks it as if it were the cheap stuff he is used to. Likewise, if we hurry, or we partake of Holy Communion ignorantly, we will miss the treasure of it. The taking of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 11:27-32, Isaiah 53:5, 1 Corinthians 11:20-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Have Yourself A Humble Little Christmas

Contributed by Dan Borchert on Aug 30, 2002

Christmas is not meant to be the big parties the light the bells and whistles. Chrstimas started in a barn. Have a humbles Christmas and remember the real meaning Christmas

Luke 2:1-12 Have Yourself a Humble little Christmas Introduction A. How many people have their tree up yet? B. How many people have gotten there 4932 boxes out of there basement or attic C. Christmas is by far with not comparison the largest holiday we celebrate. D. Defiantly the most expensive ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:1-12

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

A Humble Leader (2 Kings 22)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Aug 4, 2025

Why does humility make a great leader? Let's look in 2 Kings 22.

Do we have humble, responsive hearts like Josiah? Let’s look at Josiah, the 16th king of Judah, in 2 Kings 22. Unlike Amon and Manasseh, but more like Hezekiah, was Josiah a good king of Judah? Josiah was eight years old when he became king and reigned 31 years in Jerusalem. His mother’s name was ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

How Jesus Approached The Proud And The Humble

Contributed by Paul Fritz on Oct 18, 2000

It is pride which has been the chief cause of misery in every nation and every family since the world began. - C. S. Lewis God pickles the proud and preserves the foolish.

How Jesus Approached the Proud and the Humble (Luke 7:36-50) The Lord Jesus was the Master of approaching people at the point of their need and their level of receptivity. He knew how to move from a person’s felt need to their perceived need to their human need as a gateway to their spiritual ...read more

Scripture: Luke 7:36-50

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Table Etiquette In The Kingdom Of God

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jun 6, 2016

This is God's work, and the order of priority in God's kingdom.

TABLE ETIQUETTE IN THE KINGDOM OF GOD. Luke 14:1; Luke 14:7-14. One Sabbath, one of the chief Pharisees gave Jesus the courtesy of a dinner invitation. Jesus courteously accepted. Somewhat discourteously, the Pharisees were keeping their eye on Jesus (Luke 14:1). It was on this occasion, as ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1, Luke 14:7-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Matthew 23:1-12

Contributed by Steven W. Satterfield on Nov 4, 2020

Humbling Experiences

Christ spoke about the scribes and the Pharisees (v 1-4) Do what they say, not what they do. Phylacteries and tassels (v 5) VIP Seating and titles (v 6, 7) Don't be called teacher. (v 8) Don't call anyone father (v 9) Don't be called leader. (v 10) Have a servant heart. (v ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:1-12

Denomination: Vineyard

The Unsearchable Riches Of Christ, Part 1 Series

Contributed by Chris Surber on Oct 14, 2012

The most holy men are always the most humble men.

Outline I. Introduction II. Transition a. CIT: Paul considers himself the least of all people to be chosen. b. CIS: The most holy men are always the most humble men. III. Exposition a. Proofs. P.9 i. Job. ii. Isaiah. iii. Abraham. b. Properties of Humble Souls. P.10 c. Purpose in why the Most ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 3:8

Denomination: Christian Church

Can We Be Servant To All?

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Feb 2, 2018

Doing the wiil of God in being His humble servant!

weekend Message/Devotion February 2, 2018 Reading: 1 Corinthians 9:16-23 Can We Be Servant to All? Well Paul has certainly given us plenty to digest and apply in this reading. In our January 31 message from Mark, we see Jesus as a humble servant. Now comes along Paul striving to fit hat same ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:16-23

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Song Of Mary

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Dec 26, 2013

Mary's song reveals that a humble Savior delights in working through a humble servant.

This year, two radio stations in central New York switched over to their all Christmas music formats in early October. By the first part of November, many other radio stations across the country had also followed their lead and began playing Christmas music 24 hours a day. Now, like many of you, I ...read more

Scripture: Luke 1:46-55

Denomination: Baptist

Connecting With God! Series

Contributed by Michael Deutsch on Jan 13, 2018

We connect with God and seek to follow Him by being humble.

Connecting with God! James 4:6-10 January 14, 2018 I’ve said it before, I don’t make new year’s resolutions. And I still don’t . . . but I’m kinda sorta making an exception, maybe making a little change. Maybe this will become an annual event for me. I’m not sure, we’ll just see how this year ...read more

Scripture: James 4:6-10

Denomination: Baptist

God Speaks To Us, Keeps Us Humble

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Oct 13, 2007

God wants us to be humble and listen to His directions. But, pride can get in the way of our obedience.

The story of Naaman Naaman was the commanding general of the Syrian army, a man of great influence and immense importance. He was well respected with his numerous military conquests as well as being the military advisor to King Ben-Hadad. His presence demanded respect, and he earned it through ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-15

Denomination: Lutheran

God Speaks To Us, Keeps Us Humble

Contributed by Scott Jensen on Oct 13, 2007

God wants us to be humble and listen to His directions. But, pride can get in the way of our obedience.

God Speaks to Us and Keeps us Humble I. Introduction II. The story of Naaman a. Proud and powerful man, used to the good things in life b. Tainted with leprosy, life changing experience c. Looked to Elisha for help d. Naaman was not treated as he expected e. Submission to God restored his ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-15

Denomination: Lutheran

Integrity Is Humilty Before God Series

Contributed by Bobby Stults on Sep 19, 2006

We must humble ourselves before God or He will humble us before the world.

Sermon Brief Date Written: September 10, 2006 Date Preached: September 17, 2006 Where Preached: OZHBC (AM) Sermon Details: Sermon Series: Living a Life of Integrity Sermon Title: Integrity is Humility before God Sermon Text: Daniel 4:1-37 37 Now I, Nebuchadnezzar praise and extol and ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 4:1-37

Denomination: Baptist

The Beginning Of… Judgment Series

Contributed by Glenn Durham on Apr 21, 2010

God’s judgment by flood calls all to humble repentance and humble dependence.

Scripture Introduction Many web sites explain, “All I Really Need to Know, I Learned from Noah’s Ark.” They contain wisdom like: Plan ahead – it was not raining when Noah started. 1. Stay fit – when you are 600 years old someone might ask you to do something ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 6:1-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed