Sermons on Self Exaltation:

The Deception Of Narcissism Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Jul 4, 2025

Narcissism is a self-centered personality style characterized by an inflated sense ofu self-importance, a deep need for excessive attention and admiration, and a lack of empathy for others.

Narcissism is a pervasive and destructive phenomenon that affects individuals, relationships, and communities. At its core, narcissism is characterized by a grandiose sense of self-importance, a need for admiration, and a lack of empathy for others. The Bible provides valuable insights into the ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:15, Proverbs 16:18

Self-Confidence: The Deceitful Destroyer

Contributed by Jose Cabajar on Jun 17, 2004

Knowing more about Samson’s life offers us a wider scope of understanding regarding the danger of self-confidence and spiritual leniency.

Self-confidence is a misplaced reliance and it is offensive before the sight of God. Its deceitfulness is being revealed from generation to generation and sorrowfully experienced by its trapped victims. Samson, the strongest man who ever lived, is a warning example for all those who dare to put ...read more

Scripture: Judges 16:19-21

Denomination: Baptist

Jesus' Humiliation: My Exaltation & Cause For Exultation Series

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Apr 28, 2013

Sermon on the beginning of the Second Article of the Apostles' Creed.

“What you heard from me, keep as the pattern of sound teaching... 14 Guard the good deposit that was entrusted to you” (2 Timothy 1:13, 14a). Last week these words of the Apostle Paul reminded us that there is a clearly defined pattern we are to follow when it comes to Christian ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 4:4-7

Denomination: Lutheran

Crossbearers Needed

Contributed by Richard Cook on Aug 25, 2009

A sermon admonishing believers to deny themselves and take up their cross daily, as our Lord instructed us to do.

Matt 16:24-17:1 24 Then said Jesus unto his disciples, If any man will come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross, and follow me. 25 For whosoever will save his life shall lose it: and whosoever will lose his life for my sake shall find it. 26 For what is a man profited, if he ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Glorious Birth Of Christ Series

Contributed by J. Yeargin on Mar 7, 2017

There are two primary periods of time in the Life of Christ: The EXALTATION of Christ, and the HUMILITY of Christ…

THE GLORIOUS BIRTH OF CHRIST Open: History and Lyrics of “What Child is This?” What child is this who lay to rest On Mary's lap, … He is sleeping This, this is Christ the King Whom shepherds guard and angels sing Haste, haste to bring him laud The Babe, the Son of Mary The Holy Scriptures contain ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-7

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Build Your Self A Hedge

Contributed by Dr.w.samuel Legon on May 14, 2019

You need Jesus to back you up better still to take over.

BUILD YOUR SELF A HEDGE We can and must build a protection around us, our families, our possessions. James 4: 7 Submit yourselves therefore to God. Resist the devil, and he will flee from you. 8 Draw nigh to God, and he will draw nigh to you. Cleanse your hands, ye sinners; and purify your ...read more

Scripture: James 4:7-8

Denomination: Baptist

Living A Life Of Self-Control Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 21, 2025

Self-control is one of the most vital virtues for every believer who desires to live a victorious Christian life. It is the ability to restrain oneself from sinful desires, harmful habits, and impulsive reactions.

LIVING A LIFE OF SELF-CONTROL By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Titus 2:11-12 Supporting Texts: Galatians 5:22-23, 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, Proverbs 25:28, 2 Peter 1:5-7, Romans 8:13 INTRODUCTION: Self-control is one of the most vital virtues for every believer who desires to live a victorious ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:11-12

Denomination: Assembly Of God

In With The New Self (Part 1) Series

Contributed by Jordan Muck on Oct 11, 2016

An exegetical approach to Colossians 3

Message Outlines Week 1: Colossians 3:1-4 Focused on What’s Above Week 2: Colossians 3:5-11 Out With the Old Self Week 3: Colossians 3:12-17 In With the New Self (Part 1) Week 4: Colossians 3:12-17 In With the New Self (Part 2) Series: Colossians Week: Three Passage: Colossians ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 3:12-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Follow Christ In Self-Denial

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Nov 13, 2009

Pentecost 15 (C) - Believers willingly follow Christ in self-denial with heavenly humility and with genuine generosity.

FOLLOW CHRIST IN SELF-DENIAL (Outline) September 13, 2009 -- PENTECOST 15 -- Luke 14:1,7-14 INTRO: The childhood game “Follow the Leader” is a part of our daily lives. Unless we are the leader each one of us will be following a leader. Throughout our lives someone is in place as an ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:7-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Faithfulness, Gentleness, Self-Control Series

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on Dec 31, 2008

A series on the fruits of the Spirit

Getting Fruit From God’s Garden Series Faithfulness, Gentleness, Self-Control May 25, 2008 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor Introduction But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, 23 ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Anger Is A Threat To Self-Control

Contributed by John Williams Iii on Dec 2, 2022

Anger is dangerous is because it can hinder the fruits of the Spirit (love, joy, peace, longsuffering, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness and self-control (Galatians 5:22 -23) if it is left unchecked. Paul warns us not to let the sun go down our anger in Ephesians 4:26.

ANGER IS A THREAT TO SELF-CONTROL Text: Ephesians 4:25-5:2 “A small girl was showing a friend the bathroom scale: "I don't know what it is . . . but my mom and dad use it every day. All I know is, when you stand on it, it makes you really mad!".” (Steve May. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:25-32, Ephesians 5:1-2

Denomination: United Methodist

Pt. 1 - Self Denial Series

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Aug 17, 2014

An in depth study of the demands of true discipleship.

"Three Laws of the Discipleship" Pt. 1 -- Self Denial Matthew 16:24-28 Introduction: As I begin today's message let me say that the definition of what it means to be a disciple of Jesus Christ has changed radically from what the Savior spoke of in this section of Matthew's Gospel. In this chapter ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:24

Denomination: Baptist

Preparing Our Hearts : Examination-Capitulation-Exaltation

Contributed by Dr. Stanley Vasu on Dec 26, 2010

THIS SERMON IS ABOUT PREPARING OUR HEARTS THROUGH EXAMINATION AND CAPITULATION AND EXPERIENCING EXALTATION

PREPARING OUR HEARTS AT THE END OF THE YEAR : EXAMINATION-CAPITULATION-EXALTATION ************************************************************************************************************************** OUTLINE 1. EXAMINATION 2. CAPITULATION 3. EXALTATION THE MESSAGE PREPARING OUR ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 8:2-5

Denomination: Pentecostal

Reaching The Raised Bar 1: Exalting Christ Series

Contributed by Jason Jones on Jun 13, 2009

Sermon on the vision statement of our church regarding the preeminence of Christ

Text: Matt 28:18, Title: Reaching the Raised Bar 1, Date/Place: NRBC, 6/14/09, AM A. Opening illustration: Tyler Jones is the lead pastor/planter of Vintage21 Church in Raleigh. He spoke on the decline of the evangelical church. And so as not to bore you with all the statistics, suffice it to say ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 28:18

Denomination: Baptist

The Exaltation In Heaven Over The Fall Of The Great Harlot Series

Contributed by John Lowe on May 22, 2018

The Great Tribulation is now coming to its end and the spotlight focuses on heaven and the second coming of Christ. For the saints and angels it is a time of rejoicing and victory.

Book of Revelation Commentary By: Tom Lowe Date: 7/31/17 Lesson: IV.C.4: The Exaltation In Heaven Over the Fall of the Great Harlot (Revelation 19:1-5) 1After this I heard what sounded like the roar of a great ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 19:1-5

Denomination: Baptist