Sermons on Staying Humble:

He Emptied Himself

Contributed by Bill Sullivan on Apr 9, 2012

What does it mean, and what does it not mean, when it says in scripture that Jesus "emptied Himself?"

He Emptied Himself TCF Sermon December 11, 2011 This morning, I’m going to ask you to think – this won’t be a Christmas message where we remember the Christmas story, per se. So, to warm up your thinker, we’re going to have a little quiz: Name That Christmas Carol – ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Why Should I Do It?

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 19, 2018

Why should we humble ourselves to do menial and low level jobs for others? Because Jesus humbled himself to wash the disciles feet.

Why Should I Do It? 7/15/2018 John 13:12-17 Acts 1:1-11 Have you ever been in a situation in which somebody asked you to do something that you really didn’t want to do it, and you even thought it was unfair for them to ask you to do it. You may have said verbally or inside your head, ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-15

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

The Power Of Humility

Contributed by Richard Tow on Jul 4, 2017

Sermon examines the benefits of humility with practical steps for walking in humiity. Moses in Niumbers 12 is given as an example of this. Jesus' teaching on the subject is also considered.

Read Text (Numbers 12) I call your attention to verse 3 in this chapter: “Now the man Moses was very humble, more than all men who were on the face of the earth.” In this story, we are given a dramatic picture of the relationship between spiritual authority and genuine humility. Moses is the most ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 12:1-16, Luke 14:11, Isaiah 58:1-14, Matthew 5:3

Denomination: Charismatic

The Ordained Messenger

Contributed by Howard Gunter on Dec 7, 2017

The humble man of God - John the Baptist The Ordained Messenger of the Gospel The fulfillment of Prophecy

The Ordained Messenger Mark 1:1-8 Mark opens his book with these words: “The beginning of the gospel of Jesus Christ, the Son of God.” Wow, what an opening statement! The first thing that came to my mind was the opening words of the bible – the Book of Genesis: “In the beginning God created the ...read more

Scripture: Mark 1:2-3, Mark 1:1-8

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Let The Lord Exalt You

Contributed by William Baeta on Aug 31, 2013

“Do not put yourself forward in the king's presence or stand in the place of the great, for it is better to be told, “Come up here,” than to be put lower in the presence of a noble” Pr. 25:6-7.

Theme: Let the Lord exalt you Text: Pr. 25:6-7; Heb. 13:1-8; Lk. 14:1-14 The first sin in the history of the universe was the result of pride. Pride believes in doing things one’s own way and it was pride that made Satan declare “I will ascend above the heights of the clouds; I will ...read more

Scripture: Luke 14:1-14

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Vote For Change

Contributed by Randy Trotter on Nov 7, 2012

Our Nation Needs Change but only the right change will do!

“VOTE FOR CHANGE!” Folk, one of the most important elections in our collective life times is this Tuesday. Knowing you I know that each and every single one of you will vote if you have not already. My wife and I did the 2nd day Early Voting was available. I believe in the American ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Learning From Life's Setbacks

Contributed by James ( Jim ) Highland on Aug 26, 2014

Lessons can be learned from Life's Setbacks; Receiving Healing God's Way; When human power isn't enough;

Learning from Life’s Setbacks II Kings 5:1-14 There are lessons to be learned by the setbacks in our lives. An excellent study of setbacks is found in the story of Naaman, the leper, where there are specific events and decisions that can be applied to our times and lives. The setting is ...read more

Scripture: 2 Kings 5:1-14

Denomination: Baptist

Who's The Greatest Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Jun 25, 2013

If you want to be truly great and make a difference for good in our world, then do what Jesus did: Be the least and serve the least among us.

Some time ago, I came across this piece written by a child. He imagines what it would be like if he were in charge of the world. If I were in charge of the world, he writes, “I’d cancel oatmeal, Monday mornings, allergy shots. If I were in charge of the world, there’d be ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:30-37

Denomination: Evangelical Free

"Out Of The Whirlwind” Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 3, 2019

God does not explain why Job has suffered, but focuses on God's knowledge, power and majesty. (PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

SERMON OUTLINE: Job is humbled by God (38:1-42:6) Job is questioned by God #1: Can you explain my creation? (38:1-38). Job is questioned by God #2: Can you oversea my creation? (38:39-39:30). Job is questioned by God #3: Can you subdue my creation? (40:6-41:34) Job replies to God (42: 1-6) Job is ...read more

Denomination: Brethren

We Are A People-Called To Pray-Now!

Contributed by William Akehurst on May 3, 2020

We are HIS Children and HE desires our hearts. We are called to obey, but the question is, do we? IF: two (2) simple letters and “IF” is a big word. “If only” is a desire that GOD has for HIS Children. IF we would only...No longer is it a matter of "IF", the time is NOW.

2020.05.03 We are a people - Called to pray William Akehurst, HSWC Scriptures: 2Chronicles 7:14; Matthew 6:33; John 14:6; 1 Timothy 2:1-5; Psalm 51:3-4; Psalm 9:1-2; Matthew 6:10; Philippians 4:6-7; Psalm 82:3-4 We are a people called to pray. We are HIS Children and HE desires our ...read more

Scripture: 2 Chronicles 7:14, Matthew 6:33, John 14:6, 1 Timothy 2:1-5, Psalm 51:3-4, Psalm 9:1-2, Matthew 6:10, Philippians 4:6-7, Psalm 82:3-4  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Be Clothed With Humility Series

Contributed by Brad Beaman on Feb 21, 2022

We need a fresh glimpse of the eternal and a reminder that God is our creator and we are the creation. God seeks humility in his children. Humble yourself under God’s mighty hand and he may lift you up in due time.

If you think like country singer Mac Davis that it is “Hard to Be Humble when you are perfect in every way”, that is a good sign that you need this passage of scripture on humility. Your accomplishments, recognitions and achievements can be obstacles to the humility that God desires us to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:5-7

Denomination: Baptist

Honorable Duty Within The Church

Contributed by Christopher Benfield on Mar 11, 2020

As Peter sought to bring his first letter to a close, he addressed how we are live our Christian lives in regard to the church. By submitting to the will of God, following the spiritual guidance of church leadership, and serving one another, we bring glory to Christ and meet the needs of the church.

Honorable Duty within the Church 1 Peter 5: 1-5 Peter had shared much with the church regarding their Christian lives among the world. They were challenged to build their lives upon Christ, the Corner Stone. Their lives were to be lived in light of their relationship with Christ, abiding faithful, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:1-5

Denomination: Baptist

Philippians Part 10 Series

Contributed by Luther Sexton on Jun 1, 2021

An in-depth study on the book of Philippians

Philippians Part 10, Chapter 2:5-2:11 I. Purpose and Importance of Philippians (2:5-11) A. Purpose –Christ the example concern for others leaves no room for self-concern. 1. Satan said, “I will . . .” Isaiah 14 2. Satan, the created, desired to be the Creator. 3. Christ the Creator ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Pentecostal

Private Jets

Contributed by Dr. Ronald Shultz on Sep 8, 2024

If Jesus rode in a "tube of demons" they would be cast out and people saved. You can fly economy and witness.

The topic was should pastors have private jets? My thoughts. Brother, the average Christian is not drawing negative attention to them buying a car. All I ever heard when I first got saved was that all preachers are in it for the money. I have striven to never have that said of me. I have most ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8:8-13, Romans 14:21-23, Romans 15:1-2, Hebrews 11:35-40

Denomination: Baptist

Reasoning With An Unreasonable King (1 Samuel 24:1-22)

Contributed by Donald Whitchard on Sep 9, 2024

David's journey to the throne seemed to stop when he found himself in a cave hiding from King Saul's army. David had an opportunity to kill Saul. However, he handled it in a way that demonstrated both his godly character and leadership.

We have followed the life of David from the time where he was a shepherd boy tending the flocks of his family to the battlefields of Israel. He has matured from a boy into a man, killing a giant, winning the heart of the nation, and developing into a man of God. He had reached the pinnacles of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Samuel 24:1-22, 1 Samuel 23:14, Romans 12:19-21, Proverbs 16:7

Denomination: Baptist