Sermons on Selfish Pride:

Dangers Of Pride

Contributed by Dan Santiago on Jan 11, 2008

People should realize the risk of living in pride.

DANGERS OF PRIDE Obadiah 1:1-21 Definition of PRIDE 1. A reasonable and justifiable self-respect. 2. An inordinate self-esteem: conceit; inflated self-exaltation; exceeding reasonable limits. ILLUSTRATION Pride is the only disease known to man that makes everyone ...read more

Scripture: Obadiah 1:1-21

Denomination: Baptist

Foolish Pride Series

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Mar 28, 2008

I wonder, when something bigger than ourselves eclipses our importance, how do we feel?

Foolish Pride Griffith Baptist Church – 3/30/08 P.M. Service Text: Daniel 4 Main Verse: Daniel 4:37 - Now I Nebuchadnezzar praise and extol and honour the King of heaven, all whose works are truth, and his ways judgment: and those that walk in pride he is able to abase. The Introduction For ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 4:1-37

Denomination: Baptist

The Problem With Pride Series

Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Jul 2, 2007

Examining pride in the life of a believer

1. The DESCRIPTION of Pride A. What is pride? 1) Proverbs 21:4 2) Pride is taking God’s glory for yourself 3) Pride occurs when we forget where our blessings come from B. Who does pride come from? 1 John 2:16 Isaiah 14:12-15 C. Why does pride tempt us? 1) Satan’s goal: remove God from the throne of ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 32:24-33

Denomination: Baptist

Elements Of Pride

Contributed by Rodney Burton on Jan 27, 2009

An acronym of the elements of pride.

Pride goes before destruction. Proverb 16:18 *I want to talk about some elements or characteristics of PRIDE. A person does not have to exhibit all of these characteristics to have an issue with pride. Someone dealing with pride will see any one or a combination of these characteristics in ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 16:18

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Jealousy And Pride Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Nov 26, 2012

True faith in God is a humble heart and spirit!

We continue our study of the Gospel of Luke. Please open your Bibles to Luke 14…. Look at v1….. Now look at v1 of Luke 15….. As Jesus Christ was ministering to thousands of people while He was here on earth, He was criticized and accused of being a bad person because He hung out with sinners. ...read more

Scripture: Luke 15:17-32

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Gospel Pride

Contributed by Darin Gary on Jan 29, 2013

We are thrilled to be partakers of the benefits of the Gospel of Jesus Christ! This world sees the Lord's Gospel as foolish, offensive, and even shameful. But, true, born-again, blood-bought children of God are happy to don themselves in the Gospel of Chr

Gospel Pride (Romans 1:16-17) “…I am not ashamed of the Gospel of Christ, for it is the power of God to salvation for everyone who believes, for the Jew first and also for the Greek. [17] For in it the righteousness of God is revealed from faith to faith; as it is written: ‘The ...read more

Scripture: Romans 1:16-17

Denomination: Wesleyan

Pride Of Solomon

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Mar 3, 2013

I. EXORDIUM: Are you still full of yourself or full of GOD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show the need to acknowledge GOD in everything good and perfect that happened in our lives. IV. TEXT: 2 Chronicles 6:2 (N

I. EXORDIUM: Are you still full of yourself or full of GOD? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show the need to acknowledge GOD in everything good and perfect that happened in our lives. IV. TEXT: 2 Chronicles 6:2 (New Living Translation, Second Edition) Now I have built a ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 6:2

Denomination: Pentecostal

The Prescription For Pride

Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Mar 11, 2013

A sermon that speaks to the dangers we face from pride.

“A Prescription for Pride” 2 Corinthians 12:1-10 ********** (2Co 12:1) It is not expedient for me doubtless to glory. I will come to visions and revelations of the Lord. (2Co 12:2) I knew a man in Christ above fourteen years ago, (whether in the body, I cannot tell; or whether ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 12:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

"Pride And Punishment"

Contributed by Bishop Johnathan Hester on Jul 9, 2013

I want to speak to you under the heading 'Pride And Punishment'. Some of you know 'Pride and Prejudice', well, this is 'Pride And Punishment'.

"Pride And Punishment" Isaiah 14; 4,15 I want to speak to you under the heading 'Pride And Punishment'. Some of you know 'Pride and Prejudice', well, this is 'Pride And Punishment'. Isaiah 14, beginning to read at verse 4 please, Isaiah 14 verse 4: "That thou shalt take up this ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 14:4-15

Denomination: Apostolic

Pride & Prejudice Series

Contributed by Jonathan Russell on Mar 16, 2011

Peter came to a point where he was able to overcome his prejudice. This sermon examines how he came to that point, and shares how we can get there, too.

* "The most segregated house in America is 11:00 on Sunday." * The reality/existence of prejudice in Christianity and the church... * Prejudice in the church takes many forms... * Not a new issue for the church to face: it has existed for almost as long as the church itself * The problem that ...read more

Scripture: Acts 10:1-48

Denomination: Baptist

Blinded By Pride Series

Contributed by Monty Newton on Mar 20, 2011

Pride keeps us from recognizing our weaknesses, confessing our need and receiving God's blessing.

20110320 Web Site Title: Blinded by Pride Text: Psalm 32 and James 1:2-4 Thesis: Pride keeps us from recognizing our weaknesses, confessing our need and receiving God’s blessing. Lenten Series: Reflecting, Repenting and Returning to God The Lenten Season is a time for reflection, ...read more

Scripture: James 1:2-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Battle Of Pride Series

Contributed by Anonymous Contributor on Apr 22, 2011

Discusses the Spiritual Battles every Christian goes through

Introduction: Pride is a dangerous thing. Pride can lead to destruction and pride can even cause lack of favor from God. Why? We will take a look at some scriptures. Proverbs 28:25 reads: ‘He who is of a proud heart stirs up strife, but he who trusts in the Lord will be prospered.’ Proverbs 25:27 ...read more

Denomination: Pentecostal

Pride And Humility Series

Contributed by K. Edward Skidmore on Dec 29, 2010

A message from James chapter 4 dealing with pride and humility

Pride and Humility James 4 CHCC: November 21, 2010 INTRODUCTION: At the center of this chapter, James quotes a Proverb: God opposes the proud but gives grace to the humble. James 4:6 from Proverbs 3:34 God gives grace to the humble is because they submit to Him. In other words, the ...read more

Scripture: James 4:1-17

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Pride And Prejudice Series

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Jul 22, 2008

When we are envious or jealous of the life someone else has, we show we are not grateful for what God has given us. Also a section that deals with the issue of Interracial marriage found in this passage.

There was once a young man decided to join a monastery that had a vow of silence. The monks were not allowed to speak with the exception of their birthday. Once a year on their birthday each monk could come before the monk in charge and speak two words. They always chose their words ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 12:1-16

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Sin Of Pride

Contributed by Don Baggett on Feb 13, 2008

Most everybody knows that pride is sinful, but not everybody has an adequate understanding of what pride is and what it does. Pride, at its very heart, is a self-centeredness, and it will always move you away from godliness.

Most everybody knows that pride is sinful, but not everybody has an adequate understanding of what pride is and what it does. Pride, at its very heart, is a self-centeredness, and it will always move you away from godliness. Psychologists say that anger is a major problem in our day. Anger ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:15-17

Denomination: Baptist