James 4:10
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- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord - In Jam 4:7 they were exhorted to submit to God; here they are exhorted to humble themselves in his sight. Submission to God's authority will precede humiliation of soul, and genuine repentance is performed as in the sight of God; for when a sinner is truly awakened to a sense of his guilt and danger, he seems to see, whithersoever he turns, the face of a justly incensed God turned against him. He shall lift you up - Mourners and penitents lay on the ground, and rolled themselves in the dust. When comforted and pardoned, they arose from the earth, shook themselves from the dust, and clothed themselves in their better garments. God promises to raise these from the dust, when sufficiently humbled.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
in the sight of the Lord--as continually in the presence of Him who alone is worthy to be exalted: recognizing His presence in all your ways, the truest incentive to humility. The tree, to grow upwards, must strike its roots deep downwards; so man, to be exalted, must have his mind deep-rooted in humility. In Pe1 5:6, it is, Humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, namely, in His dealings of Providence: a distinct thought from that here. lift you up--in part in this world, fully in the world to come.
John Gill Bible Commentary
Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord,.... Which is done, when men, before the Lord, and from their hearts, and in the sincerity of their souls, acknowledge their meanness and unworthiness, their vileness, sinfulness, and wretchedness, and implore the grace and mercy of God in Christ, as did Abraham, Jacob, Job, Isaiah, Paul, and the publican; and when they walk humbly with God, acknowledging they can do nothing without him; owning their dependence on his grace, and ascribing all they have, and are, unto it: and he shall lift you up; this is God's usual way to lift up the meek, and exalt those that humble themselves; he lifts them from the dunghill, to set them among princes; he gives them a place, and a name in his house, better than sons and daughters; he adorns them with his grace; he clothes them with the righteousness of his Son, he grants them nearness to himself; and at last will introduce them into his kingdom and glory.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
4:10 To those who humble themselves before him, God gives honor in place of the shame of their persecution and oppression (Jas 2:6-7).
James 4:10
Drawing Near to God
9Grieve, mourn, and weep. Turn your laughter to mourning, and your joy to gloom.10Humble yourselves before the Lord, and He will exalt you.
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Reading From the Beatitudes
By D.L. Moody31K00:57The Blessing of MeeknessComfort in MourningPSA 34:18PSA 147:3ISA 61:1MAT 5:4MAT 11:28ROM 12:152CO 1:3JAS 4:101PE 5:6D.L. Moody emphasizes the profound blessings found in the Beatitudes, particularly focusing on the comfort promised to those who mourn and the meek. He explains that mourning signifies a deep awareness of sin and the need for God's grace, while meekness reflects a humble spirit that trusts in God's plan. Moody encourages believers to embrace these qualities, assuring them that God provides comfort and strength in their struggles. The sermon highlights the paradox of finding strength in weakness and the hope that comes from reliance on God.
And They Crucified Him
By Art Katz17K00:00ISA 6:5MAT 16:24ACT 4:131CO 1:181CO 2:22CO 4:10GAL 2:20PHP 3:10HEB 12:2JAS 4:10This sermon emphasizes the need for Christians to embrace the suffering and humility exemplified by the early church in the book of Acts. It challenges believers to confront the avoidance of pain, self-indulgence, compromise of truth, and the lack of correction within the church. The speaker calls for a return to the centrality of the cross and the power of the resurrection, urging a transformation from a comfortable religiosity to a radical, sacrificial faith that stands out in the world.
2006 Heart-Cry - Question Answer Panel
By Paul Washer14K1:18:13Question AnswerPRO 29:23MAT 6:33HEB 2:3JAS 4:101PE 5:6In this sermon, the preacher criticizes the current state of preaching in evangelicalism, stating that the gospel being preached is not the true gospel. He argues that the message has been reduced to a simplistic formula of "five things God wants you to know" or "four spiritual laws," which does not encompass the full message of Christ's sacrifice and the call to repentance and belief. The preacher emphasizes the importance of studying the Bible and understanding the true gospel. He also encourages pastors to obtain CDs and DVDs of baptisms to witness the transformative power of God in people's lives. Additionally, there is a question raised about confessing sins and seeking a closer walk with God, to which the preacher advises seeking wisdom from an elder and being genuinely burdened for the souls of others.
The Way of Cain
By Zac Poonen8.2K1:23:13CainGEN 4:12PSA 130:4LUK 4:16JHN 13:35HEB 10:25JAS 4:10In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of relying on God's defense rather than trying to defend oneself. He refers to the story of Moses and the rebellion of Korah, Dathan, and Abiram, where Moses falls on his face and allows God to handle the situation. The speaker also highlights the message of victory over sin, which was proclaimed by God from the very beginning in Genesis 4:7. He explains how God provided the righteousness of Christ as a lasting solution, contrasting it with the temporary and withering fig leaves of human righteousness. The sermon concludes with a reference to 1 John 3, where the speaker discusses the need for justice and the importance of humility in serving others.
The Power of Weeping
By Michael Youssef5.9K20:48PRO 8:13JER 9:1MAT 22:37ROM 1:161CO 9:162TI 4:2JAS 4:10In this sermon, the speaker expresses deep concern and lament over the current condition of the Church of Jesus Christ. He urges the audience not to dismiss his words as judgmental or negative, but rather to share his concern and join him in sounding the alarm. The speaker criticizes the church for its spiritual apathy, reliance on statistics and entertainment, and focus on profitability rather than biblical truth. He emphasizes the need for repentance and turning to God, and confesses his own journey of realizing the importance of tears and vulnerability in his ministry.
"Ye Shall Be as gods." That Was Not Christ’s Ambition
By Hans R. Waldvogel5.1K23:43Humbling YourselfISA 6:5MAT 16:24MAT 18:3ROM 12:21CO 11:28PHP 2:8JAS 4:10In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of humbling oneself before God. They share a story about a woman who found joy in doing the dishes because she saw it as an opportunity to serve God. The speaker also mentions the deceitfulness of the human heart and the need for transformation through the renewing of the mind. They encourage listeners to seek God's will and to have faith and love in their approach to Him. The sermon concludes with a reference to a biblical passage about finding the way in the midst of challenges.
Yielding
By Alan Redpath5.1K1:02:26Yielding1CH 21:15PSA 51:17ISA 66:2MAT 6:33JHN 1:33ROM 12:1JAS 4:10In this sermon, Dr. Alan Redpath discusses the story of David in 1 Chronicles 21. David realizes that his sin has caused innocent people to suffer, and he falls on his face before God, pleading for mercy. The sermon emphasizes the importance of yielding our lives completely to Jesus and making a total commitment to Him. Dr. Redpath also reflects on a recent graduation service where he witnessed young people speaking with divine authority, attributing it to their submission and surrender to God. The sermon encourages listeners to make a personal transaction with God and deal with the basic issue of surrendering to Him.
God's Neibourhood
By Jim Cymbala4.8K37:49Christian LifePSA 22:3PSA 22:27PRO 16:18ISA 57:15MAT 6:33HEB 12:14JAS 4:10In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of setting our minds, hearts, and affections on eternal things where God dwells. They highlight the contrast between the value of earthly things and the value of heavenly things. The speaker encourages the audience to live according to what God deems important rather than what the world says is important. They use the example of a security person named Willie to illustrate the idea that living near God is far more significant than living near a famous person. The sermon also emphasizes the need for praise and adoration of God, as seen in the eternal setting described in the book of Revelation. The speaker urges the audience to praise God at all times and give thanks in every season. Additionally, the sermon emphasizes the importance of having a contrite and humble heart in order to dwell with God. The speaker concludes by reminding the audience that God inhabits eternity, the high and holy place, and dwells with those who have a contrite and humble heart.
Perils and Sorrows of a Contrite Heart
By David Wilkerson4.7K56:40Contrite HeartGEN 29:17PSA 34:18PSA 51:17ISA 57:15ISA 66:2MAT 6:33JAS 4:10In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Jacob from the Bible. Jacob finds himself in a difficult situation with two wives who are arguing and accusing each other. He is also facing slave labor and changing wages. Despite these challenges, Jacob encounters a beautiful woman named Rachel and is filled with excitement and gratitude for God's guidance. The sermon emphasizes the importance of having a tender and teachable heart like David, and highlights the significance of God's presence and guidance in our lives.
A Heart After God Is Better Than Skils by K P Yohannan
By K.P. Yohannan4.4K05:021SA 16:7PSA 51:17PRO 3:5MIC 6:8MAT 23:121CO 1:272CO 12:9PHP 2:3JAS 4:10This sermon shares a powerful testimony from Tripura, India, where the love of Christ transformed warring tribes into brothers and sisters, uniting them in faith. It highlights the impact of a humble and transparent leader, Anil D. Verma, whose dependence on the Lord surpassed his administrative skills. The message emphasizes the importance of prioritizing inner life reality and knowing the Lord, as God uses those who are honest, sincere, humble, and broken for His work.
He Must Become More and More
By A.W. Tozer3.5K47:42Christ Is AllMAT 16:24MAT 23:12LUK 9:23JHN 3:302CO 12:9PHP 2:5JAS 4:10In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the life of John the Baptist and describes him as a great man who became less and less in the eyes of the world. Despite this, John grew spiritually and became closer to God. The speaker emphasizes the importance of humility and selflessness, using the example of John the Baptist and the teachings of Jesus and Paul. The sermon encourages listeners to embrace the concept of being crucified with Christ and to give up worldly desires in order to live a truly meaningful and powerful life.
"Those People Who Prayed"
By Leonard Ravenhill3.4K00:11PRO 3:5MAT 6:6JAS 4:10This sermon focuses on the humility and reverence required in prayer, emphasizing the acknowledgment that we cannot give God advice but rather submit to His wisdom and guidance. It explores the beauty of individuals who pray sincerely and wholeheartedly, seeking God's will above their own desires.
Habitation!
By Leonard Ravenhill3.2K51:59PSA 96:1PSA 100:4MAT 6:33MAT 17:21JHN 1:1ACT 2:4ACT 3:8ACT 4:18EPH 1:17EPH 3:201TI 2:1JAS 4:10In this sermon, the speaker discusses the structure of a church service and the different elements that make up the first three hours and the second three hours. The first three hours are dedicated to praise, adoration, and thanksgiving, while the second three hours focus on preparation, supplication, and intercession. The speaker emphasizes the importance of each individual's contribution to the service, whether it be through singing a psalm or hymn, sharing a personal experience, or gaining new insights from the Word of God. The sermon also touches on the concept of abiding in Christ and the need for Christians to seek help and support from their Heavenly Father.
Dependence Upon the Lord
By K.P. Yohannan3.1K25:59Dependence1SA 16:7PRO 16:18ISA 64:6MAT 23:121CO 3:7PHP 3:8JAS 4:10In this sermon, the speaker reflects on the destruction of a printing press and the loss of valuable materials. He emphasizes the importance of humility and exalting God in all aspects of life. The speaker cautions against using external accomplishments to make oneself important or special, as God values the why behind our actions more than the results. The sermon concludes with a story about a man named William Curry who experienced great loss but ultimately learned to depend on the Lord rather than his own abilities.
Bakht Singh Funeral - Part 9
By Bakht Singh2.8K06:00PRO 3:34JHN 3:31CO 11:23COL 3:16JAS 4:10This sermon emphasizes the importance of being born again in spirit and establishing a deep relationship with the teachings of the Bhagavad-gita. It calls for humility, respect, and seeking blessings through the spirit of the Bhagavad-gita. The speaker identifies with Arjuna's journey and expresses gratitude for the grace of the Lord, highlighting the significance of worship and following New Testament practices.
The Key to a Happy New Year
By Jim Cymbala2.8K28:09New YearPSA 37:4ISA 66:2MAT 5:3MAT 6:33MAT 11:28JHN 10:10JAS 4:10In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of humility and poverty of spirit in finding happiness in the new year. He refers to the first public teaching of Jesus, where He sat on a mountainside and opened His mouth to speak. The speaker emphasizes the need to stoop low and live with humility to avoid unnecessary problems and conflicts. He also highlights the significance of hungering for God's word and being spiritually hungry, rather than being complacent and full. The sermon concludes with a reference to Benjamin Franklin's experience of learning the value of stooping low to avoid obstacles.
Always Take the Down Elevator
By Jim Cymbala2.7K41:40Christian LifeJHN 14:26ROM 3:23PHP 2:3JAS 4:101PE 5:61JN 1:9In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the uncertainty of life and the importance of humility. He challenges the audience to consider the guarantee of waking up tomorrow and highlights the fragility of human existence. The preacher shares a personal experience of a near-death accident and attributes his survival to God's intervention. He emphasizes the need for humility in worship and warns against pride and self-centeredness. The sermon also touches on the forgiveness of sins and the importance of recognizing our dependence on God in every aspect of life.
Bearing Fruit - Part 4
By Keith Daniel2.6K08:51PSA 51:17ISA 48:10ROM 8:281CO 1:272CO 12:9EPH 2:8PHP 2:13JAS 4:101PE 5:6This sermon emphasizes the importance of trusting God through trials and challenges, highlighting how God refines and purifies us like gold through the fires of life. It discusses the concept of brokenness and how God lifts us up by His grace alone, transforming us to bring glory only to Him. The speaker shares a personal testimony of experiencing God's perfect work in his life, leading to a deeper understanding of God's ways and the manifestation of Christ-likeness.
(2006 Conference) 6.the Need in Our Midst Today
By Zac Poonen2.6K42:56PRO 16:18PRO 22:4MAT 6:24LUK 16:101CO 1:27GAL 6:3PHP 2:3JAS 1:22JAS 4:101PE 5:5This sermon emphasizes the importance of raising up godly leaders in churches, highlighting the joy of seeing humble brothers whom God has blessed without becoming proud. It warns against the dangers of pride, material prosperity leading to spiritual decline, and the need to remain faithful, humble, and obedient to the Holy Spirit. The speaker shares personal experiences and challenges listeners to prioritize seeking God, valuing godly examples, and living a life of simplicity and faithfulness.
The Perils of Pride
By C.J. Mahaney2.6K1:31:26PSA 25:9PRO 11:2PRO 16:5ISA 66:21CO 1:31PHP 2:3COL 3:12JAS 4:101PE 5:5This sermon emphasizes the importance of surrendering to God and highlights the struggle with pride as a hindrance to humility. The speaker shares personal experiences and practical steps to weaken pride and cultivate humility, focusing on the need to acknowledge dependence on God, express gratitude, practice spiritual disciplines, and transfer glory to God daily. The sermon concludes with a call to prepare for being replaced, recognize relative unimportance, and play golf as a means to accelerate humility.
Question of the World to a Man of God
By Leonard Ravenhill2.4K1:04:24Man Of GodJDG 6:12PSA 119:32LUK 10:191CO 2:12JAS 4:10In this sermon, the preacher discusses the story of Samson from the Bible. Samson was a man with great strength and anointing from God. However, he made a mistake by revealing his secret to a woman who betrayed him. As a result, he was bound, blinded, and forced to grind corn for the Philistines. Eventually, his hair, the source of his strength, was cut off, and he was captured by the Philistines. The preacher emphasizes the need for abnormal men with abnormal methods and messages in the church and society.
Deliverance From Specific Bondages (Part 1)
By Denny Kenaston2.3K1:07:35BondageMRK 1:23JAS 4:10In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the topic of deliverance from specific bondages. He emphasizes the importance of repentance and taking personal responsibility for one's bondage. The preacher shares a story about two young Chinese girls who were instructed to address the biggest problem in a village before preaching the gospel. He also highlights the dangers of engaging in video games and encourages young men to renounce them. The preacher emphasizes the need to believe in the victory through Christ Jesus, yield to God's authority, and for some, rebuke and resist the bondage they are facing.
Here I Am, Send Me
By George Verwer2.3K1:07:52PRO 4:7MAT 5:6ACT 2:421CO 13:2PHP 2:3HEB 12:1JAS 4:10This sermon emphasizes the importance of wisdom, humility, and perseverance as believers prepare to leave a spiritual gathering. It highlights the need for biblical balance, the integration of power and wisdom, and the practical application of spiritual experiences in daily life. The speaker urges listeners to embrace diversity, generosity, and a global perspective in their faith journey, while emphasizing the significance of humility and the ongoing marathon of spiritual growth.
How Do I Humble Myself? (Part 1)
By Denny Kenaston2.2K1:05:58Humble YourselfPSA 138:6ISA 66:2MAT 6:33PHP 2:161TI 3:16HEB 12:1JAS 4:10In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of humility in the kingdom of God. He shares a personal story of giving money to a beggar and witnessing the man's gratitude and brokenness before God. The speaker encourages listeners to humble themselves by getting on their knees and acknowledging their need for God's grace. He also urges them to identify and lay aside their besetting sins. The sermon concludes with a reminder of Jesus' example of humility and His teachings on the subject.
Roadblock to Revival
By Harold Vaughan2.2K51:48Revival2CH 7:14PSA 51:17PRO 16:18ISA 57:15MAT 6:33JAS 4:101PE 5:6In this sermon, the preacher shares two stories to illustrate the root problem and roadblock to revival. The first story involves a man swinging on a swing near a lion cage, seeking the crowd's approval and worshiping himself. The second story is about a father and son duck hunting, where the father fails to shoot any ducks but claims it as a miracle. The preacher then references 2 Chronicles 7:14 and emphasizes the importance of humility, prayer, seeking God's face, and turning from wicked ways as the order for revival. He also shares a personal experience of resolving a conflict with his best friend before preaching about revival.
- Adam Clarke
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
- John Gill
- Tyndale
Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord - In Jam 4:7 they were exhorted to submit to God; here they are exhorted to humble themselves in his sight. Submission to God's authority will precede humiliation of soul, and genuine repentance is performed as in the sight of God; for when a sinner is truly awakened to a sense of his guilt and danger, he seems to see, whithersoever he turns, the face of a justly incensed God turned against him. He shall lift you up - Mourners and penitents lay on the ground, and rolled themselves in the dust. When comforted and pardoned, they arose from the earth, shook themselves from the dust, and clothed themselves in their better garments. God promises to raise these from the dust, when sufficiently humbled.
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary
in the sight of the Lord--as continually in the presence of Him who alone is worthy to be exalted: recognizing His presence in all your ways, the truest incentive to humility. The tree, to grow upwards, must strike its roots deep downwards; so man, to be exalted, must have his mind deep-rooted in humility. In Pe1 5:6, it is, Humble yourselves under the mighty hand of God, namely, in His dealings of Providence: a distinct thought from that here. lift you up--in part in this world, fully in the world to come.
John Gill Bible Commentary
Humble yourselves in the sight of the Lord,.... Which is done, when men, before the Lord, and from their hearts, and in the sincerity of their souls, acknowledge their meanness and unworthiness, their vileness, sinfulness, and wretchedness, and implore the grace and mercy of God in Christ, as did Abraham, Jacob, Job, Isaiah, Paul, and the publican; and when they walk humbly with God, acknowledging they can do nothing without him; owning their dependence on his grace, and ascribing all they have, and are, unto it: and he shall lift you up; this is God's usual way to lift up the meek, and exalt those that humble themselves; he lifts them from the dunghill, to set them among princes; he gives them a place, and a name in his house, better than sons and daughters; he adorns them with his grace; he clothes them with the righteousness of his Son, he grants them nearness to himself; and at last will introduce them into his kingdom and glory.
Tyndale Open Study Notes
4:10 To those who humble themselves before him, God gives honor in place of the shame of their persecution and oppression (Jas 2:6-7).