Sermons on Lack Of Humility:

The King Of Humility Series

Contributed by Sylvan Finger on Aug 12, 2025

Theme: How does the triumphal entry of Jesus going into Jerusalem show the dynamics between the humble and the haughty and how salvation is affected? ... Jesus empties himself to serve others.

Grace to you and peace from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. Proverbs 18:12 (ESV) P: Before destruction a man’s heart is haughty, C: but humility comes before honor. Have you heard that word haughty? What does haughty mean to you? When I first heard its definition it made me think of ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 11:2-5, Philippians 2:5-11, Proverbs 18:12, Luke 19:28-44

Denomination: Lutheran

The Necessity Of Humility

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Aug 23, 2025

All to often in the business world we thrive to succeed at all costs - I want to be the best! Sometimes we do this at the expense of others and we know this is wrong. Jesus taught us what we should be like with other people and how important humility is in our daily lives.

The necessity of Humility LUKE 14:7-11 In this morning’s reading from St Luke’s gospel JESUS chooses a homely illustration to point to an eternal truth and perhaps a hard lesson for us to learn let alone practice! Those who exalt themselves will be humbled and those who humble themselves will be ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-11, John 13:1-17

Humility & Honor Youth Sermon

Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023

Jesus calls us to live lives of humility and honor, lifting others above ourselves and focusing on eternal rewards instead of immediate gratification.

Imagine you have a bag of candy, and you're super excited to eat it all by yourself. But then, you see someone who looks like they could use a pick-me-up. What would you do? Would you keep the candy to yourself or share it with them? This simple choice can teach us a lot about humility and honor. ...read more

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

Topics: Respect, Selflessness, Honor, Humility

Humility & Care PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 28, 2023

To explore and learn from Paul's example of humility, care, and authenticity in ministry.

Good morning, church family! Today we're diving into a wonderful passage of Scripture that really showcases the heart of true ministry. It's found in 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8. Paul's humility, his care for the Thessalonians, and the example he sets in his ministry are all on full display in these ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:1-8

Topics: Paul's Ministry, Thessalonica

Unchained By Humility PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Sep 25, 2023

Good morning, Church! I'm so glad to see all of you here today, and I believe that God has a powerful message for each one of us. Today, we're going to be talking about the power of humility, the example of Jesus, and the freedom of serving others. Before we dive into the Scripture, I want to share ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Topics: Humility

Humility & Honor Premium Sermon

Contributed by PRO Premium on Oct 9, 2023

The sermon will explore the concept of humility and honor in our daily lives, encouraging us to prioritize others' welfare over our own, in line with Jesus' teachings.

Welcome church! So, our teaching for the day has me wondering something: Who here loves fast food? Now, we don’t need to raise our hands and make it publicly known, but maybe just nod to yourself… You love a good ol fashioned Big Mac with a side of fries. In fact, when I simply said, “Big Mac with ...read more

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

Topics: Humility, Servitude, Eternal Rewards

Strength Through Humility In The Good Soil

Contributed by Gordon Mcculloch on Jul 16, 2014

In the parable the seed is sown everywhere without discrimination, representing responses from all people; but in the end, it is only strength through humility that prevails.

This sermon was delivered to St Oswald’s in Maybole, Ayrshire, Scotland on the 13th July 2014 (a Scottish Episcopal Church in the Dioceses of Glasgow and Dumfries). Summary: In the parable the seed is sown everywhere without discrimination, representing responses from all people; but in ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 13:1-23

Denomination: Episcopal

There Is Still One Thing Lacking

Contributed by John Howard on Feb 23, 2002

God has little interest in our attempts at being righteous. We will always lack one more thing in our own strength.

Wonder and Amazement How many of you this morning came into the sanctuary and were amazes, awed or astounded? - Just as I thought - Everything was pretty much as you expected right? - Now some of us, and I hope all of us, were drawn into worship as we sang and prayed - But did you come to stand ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 104:1-9, Psalm 104:31-33

Denomination: Baptist

Envy: The Fear Of A General Lack Series

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Mar 18, 2007

Envy is nothing less than the fear that God’s provision isn’t enough. There’s no reason to think that way.

Title: The fear of General Insufficiency Text: Numbers 11:26-30 FCF: We all fear that there isn’t enough of God’s love to go around, but we’re wrong. Outline: 1) George McCllelan a) John Tyler recommendation (age 15) Graduated 2nd in his class b) Mexican War Engineer, Gen. Scott / outshone by ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 11:26-30

Denomination: Baptist

Thyatria - Lack Of Self-Discipline

Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Jul 13, 2009

The church can speak scripture. Yet it masks immorality

A man walked up to a vending machine, put in a coin, pressed the buttons labeled, “coffee, double cream, sugar.” No cup appeared, but the nozzles went into action sending forth coffee, cream and sugar. After the proper amounts had gone down the drain, the machine turned off. “Now that’s real ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 2:18-29

Denomination: Baptist

When You Lack Wisdom

Contributed by Duane Johnson on Aug 20, 2008

Encouragement to act wisely in the midst of pressure packed situations.

JAMES 1:5-8 WHEN YOU LACK WISDOM Ralph had worked for his company for almost 15 years and he had always been one of the top salesmen. But the economy had slowed down to a snail’s pace and no one was placing orders with him anymore. The pressure was really beginning to mount, and past performance ...read more

Scripture: James 1:5-8

Denomination: Baptist

Judas: Lack Of Spiritual Intelligence Series

Contributed by Kenneth Squires on Aug 14, 2006

Judas: Lack of Spiritual Intelligence

Weekly requests poured in by mail asking for legal permission to quote and use an author’s writing material. One day a request came, like many previously, asking for permission to use some published work. The sender, from Houston, Texas, was asking if she could use the author’s material as she ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lacking Just One Thing

Contributed by James May on Oct 20, 2010

The Rich Young Ruler missed Heaven and never really knew Jesus because he lacked just one thing. Do we lack the same thing?

How the heart of God must ache for His people who often live far below the place in God where God intends for them to be. I often wonder, “God, am I all that you want be to be? Am I living in a manner that is pleasing to you? Are my goals in sync with your will?” I want so much to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Lacking Love (Religious Leaders) Series

Contributed by Pat Cook on Apr 19, 2011

#1 in series, about religious leaders who followed the Law but did it without love.

Matthew 27:32-43 – Were You There? #1 – Lacking Love (Religious Leaders) This morning, as a build-up to Resurrection Day on April 24, I am beginning a series called Were You There? These messages will cause us to look at the witnesses of Jesus’ crucifixion, and hopefully see ourselves in their ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:32-43

Denomination: Baptist

What Do You Lack?

Contributed by Gaither Bailey on Oct 11, 2012

Sermon for the 21st Sunday after Pentecost, Year B

Mark 10: 17 – 22 / What Do You Lack? Intro: I believe something happened to my generation in post-World War 2 America. We seem to be a generation looking for something, searching for something, looking for answers; yet, we don’t know what the questions really are. We have talent, ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:17-22

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed