Sermons on Selfish Pride:

Learning From Absalom Series

Contributed by Sue Richard on Feb 9, 2004

Absalom provides a good example of the sin of pride and the conseqence of breaking the fifth commandment, Honor your father and mother.

Today we will see from the life of Absalom what the outcome of breaking God’s fifth command is. It reads, “ Honor your father and your mother, so that your days may be long in the land that the Lord your God is giving you.” Absalom, who was King David’s third son, had his life cut short because ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:12

Denomination: Brethren

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

Growing In Christ Series

Contributed by Ron Murphy on Mar 12, 2007

If we truly want to grow in our relationship with Christ, we must allow Him to deal with the issue of pride.

Introduction: I. I would like to begin this morning, by asking you, “What is the most difficult thing you have every undertaken to accomplish?” A. As you think about that question, maybe your mind goes to, 1. The workplace, a. Maybe a difficult task that your boss gave you, or b. Maybe ...read more

Scripture: John 3:22-36

Denomination: Methodist

You’ve Been Served!! (Hix)

Contributed by Jimmy Haile on Jun 28, 2015

Our pride so many times keeps us from receiving what Jesus has to offer us!!

John 13:1-11-Now before the feast of the Passover, when Jesus knew that His hour had come that He should depart from this world to the Father, having loved His own who were in the world, He loved them to the end. 2 And supper being ended, the devil having already put it into the ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Critical Decisions

Contributed by James May on Jun 1, 2005

King Hezekiah made at least 4 critical decisions that had long lasting and even eternal consequences. We also have some critical decisions to make.

CRITICAL DECISIONS By Pastor Jim May Scriptures used: 2 Kings 18:1-3; 1 Peter 4:17-18; Exodus 20:2-6; 2 Kings 18:13 & 19; 2 Kings 19:6-7; 2 Kings 19:10-13; 2 Kings 19:14-15; 2 Kings 19:32-37; 2 Kings 20:1-3; 12-15; Matthew 7:6; 2 Kings 20:16-20 2 Kings 18:1-3, "Now it came to pass in the third ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Servant Or Celebrity? Series

Contributed by Jerry Shirley on Nov 1, 2007

What were the disciples arguing about? Who would get to wash the others feet? Who would clean the ancient toilets? No, they were arguing over who would be the greatest. Link inc. to formatted text, audio, and PowerPoint Template.

Servant or Celebrity? Matthew 18:1-10 http://gbcdecatur.org.sermons/ServantCelebrity.html The church is people, and so it is natural that most problems in the church are between people. And most problems involving people are the result of one of these 3 things: miscommunication, wounded pride, ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 18:1-10

Denomination: Baptist

Let The Spirit Move Us To True Discipleship

Contributed by Ronald Harbaugh on Oct 21, 2006

We should not be amazed at the Amish response of forgivness. To know the power of Christ’s death and reusrrection calls us to live our lives in forgiveness.

20th Sunday after Pentecost (Pr. 24) October 22, 2006 “Series B” Grace be unto you and peace, from God our Father and from our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. Let us pray: Dear Heavenly Father, we give you thanks for the gift of your Son, who came among us to reveal your Word for our lives, and to ...read more

Scripture: Mark 10:35-45

Denomination: Lutheran

Not So With You

Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Jun 21, 2010

Jesus’ leadership command to His disciples was not one of lording it over others in entitlement, but rather selflessly serving them in humility.

Originally preached on September 14, 2006 Sterling C. Franklin Chapel service, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School "Not So With You" Introduction Context -- Jesus was going up to Jerusalem since it was about time for the feast of Passover. This is a literal ’going up’ since Jerusalem is a city ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:20-28

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Righteous Redeemed Recognized Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 13, 2008

God is in control of history & He will accomplish His plan & fulfill His promises. For those who follow God He also weaves the events of life together into something that will one day truly be amazing.

ISAIAH 60: 10-18 THE RIGHTEOUS REDEEMED RECOGNIZED [Matthew 25:31-46] God is in control of history and He will accomplish His plan and fulfill His promises. For those who follow God He also weaves the events of life together into something that ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 60:10-18

Denomination: Baptist

Polar Opposites Series

Contributed by Peter Schmidt on Nov 13, 2003

In the story of General Namaan, the Lord teaches us about a few traits that are polar opposites of each other: Faith & Unbelief...Humility & Pride.

Epiphany 6 II Kings 5:1-14 Try doing this sometime. Take an empty 2-Liter bottle, and fill it up half way with just plain water, and the other half fill up with vegetable oil. Then try shaking that bottle up and mixing those two things together. What’s going to happen? Well, you can shake that ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-14

Denomination: Lutheran

Character Study Of Jezebel Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 23, 2025

Jezebel was a powerful and influential queen, but she used her position for evil. Her story serves as a warning against pride, idolatry, and ungodly influence.

CHARACTER STUDY OF JEZEBEL – EVIL QUEEN, WIFE OF AHAB By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text:. 1 Kings 21:25 "But there was none like Ahab, who sold himself to do wickedness in the sight of the LORD, whom Jezebel his wife stirred up." – Supporting Texts: 1 Kings 16:31-33, 1 Kings 18:4, 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 21:25, 1 Kings 16:31-33, 1 Kings 18:4, 1 Kings 19:1-2, 2 Kings 9:30-37  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Pray For The Wisdom That Comes From Heaven

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Sep 22, 2005

Pentecost 18(B) - Pray for the wisdom that comes from above since worldly wisdom produces selfish lives but God’s wisdom produces spiritual living.

PRAY FOR THE WISDOM THAT COMES FROM HEAVEN James 3:13-4:6 - September 18, 2005 - Pentecost 18 Dear Fellow-Redeemed and Saints in the Lord: There are many people in the Old Testament and New Testament who stand as examples for believers today. One example is Solomon--we probably remember ...read more

Denomination: Lutheran

Self-Less Love

Contributed by Niles Lloyd on Feb 15, 2003

WE ARE LIVING IN A DAY OF SELFISHNESS, (CHRISTIANS) HAVE NO TIME OR LOVE FOR OTHER PEOPLE. IT IS A SHAME THAT A HARLOT HAS TO SHOW US WHAT REAL LOVE IS ALL ABOUT....

TITLE: SELF-LESS LOVE 8/24/02 TEXT: MARK 14:1 – 11 INTRO: IN THIS NEW MILLENIUM, WE ARE LIVING IN A SELF CENTERED SOCIETY. WE ARE LIVING IN A DAY OF ABSOLUTE SELFISHNESS. FOR INSTANCE - · HIGH SOCIETY WOMEN ARE ABORTING BABIES FOR THEIR PERSONAL CONVINIENCE · CHILDREN ARE ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

#6understanding Love: Giving

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Feb 12, 2016

LEASE READ THIS LESSON ON UNDERSTANDING LOVE, THE JOY OF GIVING! You can give and not love, but you can never love without giving. Selfishness kills sacrifice.

#6 UNDERSTANDING LOVE: LOVE HAS NO SACRIFICES! GIVING! PASS THE BISCUIT! I COULD HAVE DONE MORE... REGRET By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com HOW MANY TIMES HAVE I SET AROUND THE DEATH BED OF AN INDIVIDUAL AND THE DISCUSS SEEMS TO ALWAYS END UP IN REGRET... I HAVE NEVER HEARD ANYONE SAY: ...read more

Scripture: John 3:16

Denomination: Assembly Of God