Sermons on Pride:

The Antidote Series

Contributed by Andy Flowers on Jul 10, 2008

Series in Romans

Text- Romans 12:3-8 Title- The Antidote Romans 12:3-8 3 For through the grace given to me I say to everyone among you not to think more highly of himself than he ought to think; but to think so as to have sound judgment, as God has allotted to each a measure of faith. 4 For just as we have ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:3-8

Denomination: Baptist

"The Subtle Sin Of Codependency"

Contributed by Jerry Depoy on Jul 31, 2008

We might assume that Eve wanted to know evil, however, was that her primary motive? It is my opinion that Eve wanted to become “God” so that she could be good, not necessarily so that she could be evil! And that is a subtle thought!

My personal definition of co-dependency for your consideration: When a person focuses on someone besides God, in an attempt to become the god of a person who is in distress, until the person they are trying to help, ultimately becomes their god. Our Church has begun a “Celebration Recovery” ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-6

Denomination: Baptist

Woe, Woe, Woe - Part 1 Series

Contributed by David Elvery on May 6, 2009

3 pitfalls the Pharisees fell into and which we can fall into also.

“Woe, Woe, Woe - Luke 11:37-55” Gladstone Baptist Church – 5/11/06 am S1 - Not everyone with Bad eyes are outside the church. Jesus turned his attention to the Pharisees in the crowd and expressed regret at their blindness and inappropriate action. (Review of last week, Vs 37-41) OOPS Last ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:37-55

Denomination: Baptist

It's Not About Me Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on May 6, 2009

Humility is our weapon against the enemy.

IT’S NOT ABOUT ME James 4.6-8 S: Humility C: Pride Th: Our Time, Our Turn, Our All Pr: HUMILITY IS OUR WEAPON AGAINST THE ENEMY. CV: We will passionately pursue full devotion to Jesus Christ. I. PRIDE II. INDEPENDENCE III. ACHIEVEMENT PA: How is the change to be observed? • Seek God above all ...read more

Scripture: James 4:6-8

Denomination: Baptist

Descending Into Greatness Series

Contributed by Mary Lewis on May 7, 2009

Jesus example of humility

Introduction What does it take to be a success? When Benito Mussolini, the fascist dictator of Italy for over 20 years, was asked that question by a New York journalist, his reply was, “Above all, keep your heart a desert!” According to Mussolini, having a heart which cared for no one was the key ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

Have You Swallowed An Alligator Lately? Series

Contributed by Susan Blader on May 13, 2008

Pride makes it difficult to listen to wisdom, but humility and a heart prepared to seek the Lord can give us a second chance.

Have You Swallowed an Alligator Lately? A sermon on 2 Chronicles 10-12 Two men were riding a bicycle built for two when they came to a steep hill. It took a great deal of struggle for the men to complete what proved to be a very steep climb. When they got to the top the man in front said to the ...read more

Denomination: Disciples Of Christ

God's Answer To Hypocrites Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Jan 18, 2010

This message is from an expository series from the book of Romans.

“God’s Answer to Hypocrites” Romans 2:1-11 September 28, 2008 When you talk to imaginary friends, like Harvey, Jimmy Stewart’s 6-foot white rabbit, they come to take you away. But in Greek literature, there was a literary device which consisted of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 2:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical Free

A Tale Of Kings

Contributed by Steve Kinnard on Apr 26, 2017

A sermon about kings

A Tale of Kings (Prov18:12) Illus: KING OF THE JUNGLE I like the story of the arrogant, prideful lion, who wanted to remind other animals how great he was. He went to the gazelle and roared, "Who is the king of the jungle?" Trembling, the gazelle answered, "Why, you are, mighty lion." He ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 18:12

Denomination: Pentecostal

Humility

Contributed by Robert Leroe on Apr 24, 2020

Ministers are reluctant to preach on humility. How do we promote humility without sounding like we think we’ve attained it? Needless to say, my sermon title isn’t “Humility and how I found it.” We are all "works-in-progress".

Winston Churchill was reviling a political opponent at a press conference. A reporter interrupted him asking, “But surely, Mr. Churchill, you must admit that he is a humble, modest man?” To which Churchill replied: “He is a humble man, but then he has much to be humble about!” Ministers are ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-7

Denomination: Congregational

Money Problems Series

Contributed by Hugh W. Davidson on Jun 13, 2020

Some of the worst fights in church have been over money which we say belongs to the Lord

Money problems Luke 12:1-21 Little Tommy was enjoying his seventh birthday party and when they served the cake someone forgot to tell him that they had put a quarter wrapped in wax paper as a surprise; so, first he choked and then he swallowed it. Well, ...read more

Scripture: Luke 12:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

When I Think I'm Better Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Sep 23, 2019

You might be a “modern day Pharisee” if you think you’re better than other Christians

NOTE: This is a manuscript, and not a transcript of this message. The actual presentation of the message differed from the manuscript through the leading of the Holy Spirit. Therefore, it is possible, and even likely that there is material in this manuscript that was not included in the live ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 23:5-12

Denomination: Baptist

He Must Increase

Contributed by Rick Boyne on Oct 9, 2019

It’s not about us; it’s all about God.

He Must Increase October 6, 2019 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: It’s not about us; it’s all about God. Focus Passage: John 3:25-30 Supplemental Passage: And He was saying to them all, "If anyone wishes to come after Me, he must deny himself, ...read more

Scripture: John 3:25-30, Luke 9:23

Denomination: Baptist

Thorns And Grace (July 2012).

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 14, 2020

Perhaps one of the most intriguing passages of scripture is that of Paul's mention of the "thorn in his flesh." Paul expounded upon his metaphor of the thorn as he said that it was something that kept his pride in check.

THORNS AND GRACE 2 Corinthians 12:1-10 I remember going barefoot as a ten year old kid, when I was living in Aiken as a preacher’s kid. As I was going barefoot, I wound up stepping on a board that had three nails in it. The pain got my attention and definitely ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

Denomination: United Methodist

The Rude Guest (September 1,2013).

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Aug 14, 2020

Jesus told this parable to illustrate God’s will and how there were seat-seekers who were excluding those who were in need of a seat.

THE RUDE GUEST Text: Luke 14, 1, 7 – 14 John Wesley had no intention of founding a denomination. He was a clergyman in the church of England. He boldly reached out to those whom society and the church of his day had marginalized. John Wesley saw the church ...read more

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

Denomination: United Methodist

When God Turned A Politician Into A Cow

Contributed by John Gaston on Aug 4, 2019

Nebuchadnezzar's pride got too big. He received a dream of warning from God. Not repenting, he had the insanity of boanthropy, ate grass, went on all fours. God had mercy and he was converted. A good look at the dangers of pride.

WHEN GOD TURNED A POLITICIAN INTO A COW Dan. 4:4-37 INTRODUCTION A. HUMOR: SCRIPTURE-QUOTING SHOP KEEPER 1. The owner of an all-in-one store in a small country town was fond of quoting a scripture after each sale. He had three old friends that would sit around and listen to see what verse he ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 4:4-37

Denomination: Assembly Of God