Sermons on True Humility:

Pilgrims Path 1 Humility Series

Contributed by Chris Surber on Jan 3, 2009

Humility is not debasing ones self; it is the elevation of Christ as King in our lives.

“The Pilgrim’s Path” Part-1, Mathew 5:1-12 Humility Introduction As a teenager I spent two years living in Butte, Montana. Butte is nestled high in the Rocky Mountains in a small valley which rests directly in the shadow of the great continental divide; a massive mountain range which stretches ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 5:1-12

Denomination: Christian Church

"Seek Righteousness…seek Humility”

Contributed by Michael Otterstatter on Feb 27, 2023

Sackcloth and ashes. Fasting and weeping. Tearing clothes and pulling out hair. Lying face down in the dirt. What does repentance look like for New Testament believers? The Prophet Zephaniah reminds of us what believers do when they are repentant.

Sackcloth and ashes. Fasting and weeping. Tearing clothes and pulling out hair. Lying face down in the dirt. Those are some powerful pictures of repentance, wouldn’t you agree? And what were Old Testament believers saying with these traditions? Wearing clothes made from rough ...read more

Scripture: Zephaniah 2:3, Zephaniah 3:11-13

Denomination: Lutheran

Maintaining Unity Through Humility Series

Contributed by Brian Stevenson on Jun 5, 2008

We must have humility to maintain the unity needed to advance the gospel.

Prenote: After delivering this sermon, it would have been better as two separate sermons! Too much information! Introduction: I learned of a man who was out on a walk one day when he saw another man about to throw himself from a bridge into the river. He ran over to save him. “Why are you ...read more

Denomination: Vineyard

The Lion Is A Lamb: The Humility Of God Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on Jan 13, 2002

We can rest in the fact that: 1. God’s strength is disguised as weakness. 2. God has a plan. 3. God is in control.

In chapter four of the book of Revelation, John describes a scene in heaven which is beyond words. God is seated on the throne. He rules the universe. He has the right, the authority and the power to end the world. And he is surrounded by living beings that John has never seen before, and ...read more

Scripture: Revelation 5:1-14

Denomination: Methodist

Jesus: The Ultimate Example Of Humility Series

Contributed by Bradley Kellum on Aug 25, 2009

Philippians 2:5-11 has been called the greatest text on Christ ever written. Most preachers preach this text doctrinally. But Paul meant us to understand in terms of our personal relationships. See how Jesus’ example helps us get along with others.

HOW DID JESUS CHRIST EXHIBIT HUMILITY? 1. Jesus Christ exhibited humility in His thinking. "Let this mind be in you which was also in Christ Jesus, who being in the form of God, did not consider it robbery to be equal with God..." - Philippians 2:5-6 (NKJV) Paul says, "let this mind be in ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11, John 13:3-7

Denomination: Baptist

I'm The Greatest!

Contributed by Curt Cizek on Sep 16, 2009

We think that we can find greatness in accumulating wealth, friends, accomplishments and the like. However, Jesus tells us that true greatness is found

-What does it mean to be great? -It’s an age old question -Everyone ultimately is on a quest for greatest -People search for this elusive gem in many different places or pursuits -People look for greatness is wealth, power, prestige, fame, accomplishments, friends -However, those will all fail ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:30-37

Denomination: Lutheran

Choosing To Follow Christ In Humility

Contributed by Rick Gillespie- Mobley on Jul 6, 2001

This sermon is an exposition of Philipians 2:1-4 and touches on encouragement, humility, fellowship, and love.

Choosing To Follow Christ In Humility Philippians 2:1-4 1993 We are going to continue going through the book of Philippi ans this morning. The apostle Paul is in prison and one of the burdens upon his heart was the unity of the church. He appeals to them ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-4

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Unity In The Church Through Humility

Contributed by John Stensrud on Jun 11, 2001

An expository sermon that instructs us how to achieve unity in our churches

Unity Comes Through Humility – Philippians 2.1-11 Meassage given by John Stensrud at Immanuel Baptist Church on Sunday, June 10, 2001 Tonto and the Lone Ranger were riding through a canyon together when all of a sudden both sides were filled with Indian warriors on horses, dressed for battle. The ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Follow The Example Of Christ's Humility Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Sep 5, 2018

The act of incarnation in which God became man, the humble circumstances and sufferings of Christ in life, and the supreme act of dying on the cross established Jesus Christ as the greatest illustration of one completely unselfish and entirely devoted to others.

Date: 7/20/18 Lesson #12 Title: Follow the Example of Christ's Humility Scripture: (Philippians 2:5-11, NIV) 5In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: 6Who, being in very nature{1] God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:5-11

Denomination: Baptist

True Wisdom Series

Contributed by Tim George on Jul 18, 2001

It is vitally important that you understand how completely dependent you are on God. Everyone claims to have the answers to life’s questions but only God truly does!

”Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show by good conduct that his works are done in the meekness of wisdom. But if you have bitter envy and self-seeking in your hearts, do not boast and lie against the truth. This wisdom does not descend from above, but is earthly, sensual, demonic. ...read more

Scripture: James 3:13-18

Denomination: Baptist

True Worship

Contributed by Dan Farrell on Jul 19, 2001

What does God require of us re: worship?

INTRODUCTION: - WHAT IS PRAISE/WORSHIP? PRAISE = “to commend, to applaud or magnify” - For the Christian, praise to God is an expression of Worship, Lifting-up & Glorifying the Lord. WORSHIP = in English, to ascribe worth, to pay homage, to reverence. - in Hebrew, the word most ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 150:1-6, John 4:23-24

Denomination: Pentecostal

True Repentance

Contributed by Dan Farrell on Jul 19, 2001

God wants a people who are truly repentant. Who truly want to turn from wicked ways. Only then, will God move on our behalf.

INTRODUCTION: God wants a people who are truly repentant. Who truly want to turn from wicked ways. Only then, will God move on our behalf. Do we want God to MOVE in our lives? ...in our families? ...in our jobs? ...in our schools? ...in our church? I. WHAT IS ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 7:8-10

Denomination: Pentecostal

True Integrity

Contributed by Lance Ladd on Aug 14, 2001

viewing the integrity of Jesus

True Integrity Matthew 22:15 IHCC 8/5/01 Cleveland Stroud had coached the Blue Collar Bulldogs for 18 years before his basketball team made it to the state championship. Stroud recalls that "it was the perfect night" when they won. "A night you dream of." He was carried around the gym on ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 22:15-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"True Repentance.”

Contributed by Dr. Jerry Morrissey on Nov 29, 2001

Year A. Second Sunday in Advent Matthew 3: 1-12 December 9th, 2001 Title: “True Repentance.”

Year A. Second Sunday in Advent Matthew 3: 1-12 December 9th, 2001 Title: “True Repentance.” In those days John the Baptist appeared in the wilderness of Judea, proclaiming, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven has come near. “This is the one of whom the prophet ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:1-12

Denomination: Lutheran

True Fellowship

Contributed by Andrew Chan on Nov 30, 2001

True fellowship is defined not by cake and coffee but by being spiritually tied together.

True Fellowship I John 1:3-2:2 SIGNS YOU LIVE IN THE YEAR 2001... 1. You just tried to enter your password on the microwave. 2. You have a list of 15 phone numbers to reach your family of three. 3. You call your son’s beeper to let him know it’s time to eat. He emails you back from his ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free