This 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.

In this sermon, the speaker addresses the issue of receiving criticism as a leader. They emphasize the importance of not having a critical spirit and being open to feedback. The speaker also mentions a program in their church where children memorize Bible verses. They discuss the concept of making decisions based on the immediate situation versus considering the bigger picture, using the example of visiting the Rose Parade. The sermon concludes with a reflection on the idea of departing from evil and the impact of being aware of God's presence in our lives.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of humility, teachability, and staying low before the Lord to avoid falling into moral failures or leading a double life. It highlights the need for genuine dependence on God's grace, prioritizing relationship with the Lord over ministry, maintaining open communication with one's spouse, and avoiding unhealthy patterns that can lead to destructive behaviors. The message underscores the significance of heeding warnings from God and being attentive to caution signs along the spiritual journey.

This sermon emphasizes the danger of falling away from the faith by being deceived by spirits, highlighting the importance of humility and a pure heart in understanding divine wisdom. The speaker warns against relying solely on human intelligence when approaching the Scriptures, stressing the need for humility and dependence on God's teaching to avoid self-deception and falling prey to deceitful spirits.

In this sermon, Pastor Chuck Smith emphasizes the importance of wisdom and understanding in one's life. He encourages listeners to seek wisdom and not to forsake the instructions of a father. Pastor Chuck explains that the discovery of wisdom leads to happiness and that it is more valuable than silver. He also emphasizes the importance of doing good to others when one has the ability to do so. Throughout the sermon, Pastor Chuck references biblical passages, particularly from the book of Proverbs, to support his teachings on wisdom and righteousness.

This sermon delves into the destructive nature of pride, highlighting personal struggles with pride and the impact it has on relationships, families, and spiritual life. It emphasizes the importance of humility, repentance, and seeking God's forgiveness to overcome the deceptive sin of pride. The speaker shares personal experiences and insights on how pride can lead to downfall and distance from God, urging listeners to embrace humility and seek God's grace.

This sermon reflects on the timeless wisdom found in the Christian classic 'Pilgrim's Progress' by John Bunyan, highlighting the author's humility and God's honor upon his work. It emphasizes the importance of genuine fellowship with like-minded believers, the dangers of pride and taking shortcuts in the Christian journey, and the ultimate reward of enduring faith until the end to receive the crown of life.

Shane Idleman emphasizes the critical need for humility in the Christian life, warning that pride is deceptive and can lead to personal and relational destruction. He reflects on his own struggles with pride and how it has affected his relationships, particularly with family and in the church. Idleman highlights that true humility opens the door to genuine repentance and a closer relationship with God, while pride creates barriers to prayer and spiritual growth. He encourages the congregation to examine their hearts and seek God's grace to overcome pride, as humility is essential for healing and restoration. The sermon serves as a call to action for believers to humble themselves before God to experience His forgiveness and healing.

Gary R. Kane delivers a powerful sermon on the various manifestations of pride, emphasizing the dangers of self-reliance, control, and questioning one's salvation. He highlights how neglecting God's Word and prayer while trying to help others with an empty heart is a form of pride, as it shows a lack of reliance on God's Spirit. Kane warns against the religious spirit of pride that leads to manipulation, comparison, and seeking attention for selfish ambitions, ultimately hindering true fellowship with God and others.

Dick Sipley emphasizes the importance of the church functioning as one big family, working together in unity through the Spirit of God. He reflects on the negative impact of carrying past traditions and attitudes into ministry, hindering spiritual growth. Sipley highlights the necessity of transparent honesty for fellowship, stressing the need to break down walls and religious exteriors to build genuine relationships. Additionally, he underscores the significance of availability over ability, addressing issues of envy and pride among believers and promoting lay ministry for true church growth.

Anton Bosch emphasizes the destructive nature of pride, highlighting how it is the root sin that leads many to Hell and causes Christians to miss out on God's blessings. Pride blinds us to our own sins, making us deaf to God's Word, and cripples us from changing direction or admitting wrongdoing. It paralyzes us from repentance, speaking words of apology, reaching out for help, and destroys our spiritual immune system, leaving us vulnerable to other sins. Ultimately, pride separates us from God and others, leading to spiritual death.

Zac Poonen preaches on the priesthood of Melchizedek, highlighting how Melchizedek knew God intimately and blessed Abraham with a prophetic word that saved him from pride and covetousness. Melchizedek's quiet ministry of meeting needs without seeking honor or publicity is a model for believers to follow. As high priests after the order of Melchizedek, believers are called to quietly bless others and prophesy with the right word in every meeting, having offered sacrifices to God in secret and keeping a clear conscience.

Thomas Brooks emphasizes that true divine knowledge brings individuals closer to God, leading to a profound sense of humility. He reflects on 1 Timothy 1:15, illustrating that as one gains clearer visions of God, they become more aware of their own shortcomings and unworthiness. This heavenly light reveals pride, ignorance, and other flaws, prompting a deeper self-examination and a lowly spirit before God. Brooks warns that knowledge that inflates self-importance ultimately leads to spiritual downfall, while genuine understanding fosters humility and communion with the divine.

Anton Bosch preaches about the dangerous mindset of entitlement that has infiltrated society and even the church, emphasizing how entitlement is rooted in arrogance, selfishness, and self-centeredness. He highlights that true entitlement belongs to Jesus alone, who surrendered His rights for the sake of saving us, despite being entitled to supreme honor and worship. Bosch challenges believers to shift from an entitled mindset to one of humility, contentment, and gratitude, reminding them that God's blessings are out of His love and grace, not owed to us.

Thomas a Kempis emphasizes the importance of not being troubled by others' opinions or actions towards us, but rather focusing on having God with us in all we do. He encourages maintaining a clear conscience as God's protection surpasses any harm intended by man. Suffering in silence leads to experiencing God's help, as He knows the perfect time and way to deliver us. Humility is key, as acknowledging our faults and accepting rebuke leads to greater humility, making it easier to reconcile with others. God protects, loves, and consoles the humble, bestowing grace and revealing His secrets to them, inviting them to find peace and solace in Him.

David Servant preaches on Jesus sending out seventy-two disciples to preach in towns He planned to visit, emphasizing their authority as messengers of God and the importance of spreading the message of salvation. The disciples were amazed at their ability to heal the sick and cast out demons, but Jesus reminded them of the greater privilege of having their names registered in heaven. He highlighted the need for humility to receive God's truth and the authority believers have over the enemy, symbolized by snakes and scorpions.

Bob Hoekstra preaches on the importance of humility and the fear of the Lord, emphasizing that these qualities lead to riches, honor, life, and wisdom. Humility is acknowledging our need for God to work in our lives daily, while the fear of the Lord is rooted in respect and reverence towards God, not in terror. Those who fear the Lord embrace His values, hating evil and loving righteousness, justice, His chosen people, the church, and the world.

David Wilkerson emphasizes the destructive nature of pride, which is at the forefront of what God detests. He illustrates how pride leads to impatience and disobedience, using King Saul's failure to wait for God's direction as a cautionary example. Wilkerson contrasts pride with humility, defining true humility as complete dependence on God and His timing. He reassures believers of God's promise to protect those who remain faithful and patient in their trials. The sermon calls for self-examination to recognize and combat the pride that can hinder spiritual growth.

Bob Hoekstra preaches on the importance of walking in humility rather than pride to receive God's grace and wisdom. Those who walk in pride end up with shame, as seen in the wicked persecuting the poor and those who oppose God's people. In contrast, the humble inherit wisdom and glory, finding honor through God's infallible word.

K.P. Yohannan discusses the dangers of pride and self-promotion among individuals with great potential, emphasizing how arrogance can lead to missed opportunities for growth and leadership. He illustrates how a talented young person, instead of waiting for maturity, may become insubordinate and disrespectful, ultimately hindering their own advancement. The sermon highlights the contrast between those who are humble and obedient versus those who allow pride to dictate their actions, leading to a cycle of disappointment and disillusionment. Yohannan warns that God's plans for promotion can be forfeited when one refuses to submit to His ways, urging listeners to recognize the importance of humility in their journey. The message serves as a reminder that true success comes from aligning with God's design rather than pursuing personal ambition.

Thomas a Kempis emphasizes the importance of humble obedience to authority, stating that it is safer to be subject than to command. He highlights that true peace of mind can only be found through wholehearted submission for the love of God, rather than from necessity. Kempis warns against seeking happiness in change and different places, as true rest can only be found in obedient humility. He encourages listeners to be open to listening to the opinions of others, even if it means setting aside their own for the sake of peace and love for God.

St. Benedict of Nursia emphasizes the importance of humility and obedience for priests and deacons ordained in a monastery. He warns against self-exaltation, pride, and acting beyond what is commanded by the Abbot, stressing the need for discipline and adherence to the Rule. The ordained individuals are reminded to maintain their assigned place in the monastery, except when duties at the altar or community choice warrant a change. Disobedience and refusal to reform may lead to removal from the monastery, highlighting the seriousness of submission and obedience to the Rule.

Flavius Josephus recounts the tumultuous final days of King Herod, who, afflicted with a severe and painful illness as a divine judgment for his sins, becomes increasingly tyrannical and cruel. Amidst a sedition raised by the Jews due to his sacrilegious acts, Herod orders the execution of those who defied him, including the high priest Matthias. Despite his deteriorating health, Herod remains vengeful and paranoid, summoning all Jewish leaders to Jericho and planning their imprisonment as he nears death.

Shane Idleman addresses the issue of people switching churches and discarding relationships, emphasizing the importance of examining motives before making such decisions. He highlights the dangers of having a consumer mentality, seeking recognition, possessing a critical attitude, having unrealistic expectations, and letting personal preferences influence church choices. Idleman stresses that love and grace should be the driving force behind motives, encouraging believers to prioritize the inerrancy and authority of the Scriptures in church leadership.

St. Benedict of Nursia emphasizes the importance of humility and obedience in the monastery, instructing that nothing should be possessed without the Abbot's permission, as monks are to surrender even their bodies and wills to the monastery's authority. All necessities are to be sought from the Father of the monastery, and nothing should be owned without the Abbot's consent, promoting a communal way of living as seen in Acts 4:32. Those found engaging in selfishness or possessiveness are to be warned and disciplined if they do not repent.