This 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.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of humility and recognizing that all success and accomplishments come from God. It highlights the need to focus on knowing and loving Jesus above all else, with a deep longing to reach the lost world out of love for Him. The speaker, Dr. K.P. Yohannes, shares personal stories and reflections on how his life is dedicated to serving God and spreading the gospel, driven by a desire to know Jesus more intimately.

Steve Hill shares his personal journey of being a drug addict saved by grace and emphasizes the importance of humility and approaching God with reverence. He delves into the biblical concept of focusing on God's plan for our lives and not being overwhelmed by worldly desires. Hill highlights the significance of having a small, godly circle of influence and staying within that circle to walk in God's favor.

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 importance of humility and sincerity in our worship, highlighting the need to align our hearts with our actions. It challenges the congregation to examine their motives for seeking fame and applause, urging them to prioritize serving the Lord and living a life of holiness under His name.

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.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of humility before God, highlighting that true humility is recognizing God's greatness and our own insignificance. It discusses the process of decreasing oneself to zero in God's eyes, akin to John the Baptist's statement of 'He must increase, but I must decrease.' The goal is to walk a path of righteousness that becomes brighter as our pride diminishes, allowing for a closer fellowship with Jesus at the zero level of humility.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of humility in our spiritual journey, highlighting how God uses various circumstances and relationships to break and humble us. It stresses the need for brokenness rather than self-sufficiency, illustrating that God desires humble hearts that are willing to yield to His work. The speaker shares personal experiences of being humbled by God's leading and encourages the congregation to embrace humility, recognizing that God tests us to reveal what is truly in our hearts and to see if we will obey His commandments.

This sermon emphasizes the importance of humility and a broken spirit as key elements to receiving God's blessings. It discusses the dangers of arrogance and pride, highlighting the need for genuine repentance and humility before God. The speaker urges listeners to align their attitudes with God's principles and seek a humble heart to experience the immeasurable blessings of heaven.

This sermon delves into the wisdom found in the book of Proverbs, emphasizing the importance of balancing devotion to God with practical living on earth. It covers a wide array of topics including wisdom, hard work, speech, relationships, discipline, humility, and the fear of the Lord. The sermon highlights the need for humility, diligence, discernment, and the pursuit of God's wisdom in daily life.

Mike Bickle emphasizes the significance of humility in experiencing the greater power of the Holy Spirit, as outlined in 1 Timothy 1:18. He warns against building ministries on prophetic words alone, advocating instead for a foundation rooted in Jesus and Scripture. Bickle highlights that true manifestations of the Spirit's power will be accompanied by a commitment to humility, as pride can lead to the downfall of ministries. He draws parallels with Joseph's dungeon, illustrating that ministries promoting humility will thrive, while those that do not will face divine removal. Ultimately, he calls for a generation to pursue authentic expressions of faith without manipulation or exaggeration.

Mike Bickle emphasizes the significance of humility and heart responses in receiving the Holy Spirit's anointing, particularly in the context of revival. He warns that with greater measures of the Spirit come greater challenges, including the stigma associated with being a servant of God. Bickle draws parallels to Joseph's dungeon, illustrating how God uses trials to prepare His servants for future ministry. He stresses that true ministry must produce humility, and that the body of Christ must honor and support one another, regardless of differences. Ultimately, the call is to embrace humility and servanthood as essential components of spiritual growth and community.

Gilbert K. Chesterton preaches about the importance of humility, sincerity, and the true nature of heroism. He emphasizes the need to see beyond appearances and recognize the virtues that lie within individuals, even those who may seem hypocritical. Chesterton discusses the paradox of Christian humility leading to incredible achievements and the practical success of Christendom. He also critiques the modern scientific outlook, highlighting the necessity of caring for important things like marriage with a sense of recklessness and passion. Chesterton concludes by reflecting on the lost art of war, where true heroism lies in defying the powerful and championing the cause of the weak.

James Smith preaches about the purpose of trials and tribulations in humbling believers, emphasizing the need to submit to God's will and depend on Him completely. He explains that God uses various challenges like poverty, sickness, opposition, and hidden corruptions to humble us, leading us to acknowledge our need for God's grace and mercy. The sermon highlights the importance of looking to God for everything, ascribing all glory to Him, and surrendering our will to His sovereignty. James Smith encourages believers to embrace humility, trust in God's provision, and accept His correction with a humble heart.

Warren Wiersbe emphasizes the importance of surrendering control over life's circumstances to God, drawing from David's plea for God's intervention in the face of persecution and false accusations. He highlights the need to focus on ruling the kingdom within ourselves, allowing God to take over the throne room of our hearts to overcome external challenges. Wiersbe stresses that true humility involves acknowledging our limitations and relying on God's strength to work in and through us to handle life's trials.

Ignatius of Antioch emphasizes the importance of humility and self-awareness in the eyes of God, drawing examples from biblical figures like Abraham, Job, David, and Moses who acknowledged their unworthiness before the Lord. He encourages the congregation to embrace a humble spirit, recognizing their own shortcomings and weaknesses, as true exaltation comes from God when one humbles themselves. Ignatius reminds them that even the righteous should see themselves as sinners in need of God's mercy, echoing the sentiment that what is esteemed by men may be abominable in God's sight.

Clement of Rome emphasizes the importance of living a life worthy of God, reminding believers that the Spirit of the Lord searches the depths of our hearts. He encourages obedience to God's will, even if it means offending foolish and prideful individuals. Clement urges respect for Jesus Christ, leaders, elders, and the training of youth in the fear of God. He highlights the significance of purity, meekness, and genuine love among believers, as well as the value of humility and reverence towards God.

St. Benedict of Nursia emphasizes the importance of hospitality and order within the monastery, instructing that a separate kitchen be designated for the Abbot and guests to avoid disturbing the brethren. He appoints capable brethren to oversee the kitchen, ensuring they are supported and able to serve without complaint. St. Benedict also highlights the need for diligent work and humility, assigning tasks as needed and requiring respectful interaction with guests, showing reverence and obedience to God's will.

Bob Hoekstra preaches on the concept of greatness in the kingdom of heaven, emphasizing the importance of childlike humility as the path to spiritual greatness. Jesus teaches that true greatness comes from being converted and becoming like little children, humbling oneself before God. The disciples' desire for greatness led to Jesus placing a child among them, illustrating the need for a change of perspective and a daily walk of humility to enter and grow in the kingdom of heaven.

The preacher, F.B. Meyer, emphasizes the importance of humility, illustrating how pride can hinder spiritual growth and how true humility involves submitting to God's will, serving others, and accepting divine discipline. He highlights the need to recognize the claims of those older and superior, to serve one another, and to accept God's hand in life's circumstances. Meyer encourages seeking a true estimate of oneself, looking at the good in others, accepting divine discipline, and claiming the humility of Jesus as examples to cultivate humility.

E.M. Bounds emphasizes the vital connection between prayer and humility, illustrating that true humility involves a low self-estimate and a focus on God rather than self. He contrasts the self-righteous Pharisee, who is consumed by pride and self-praise, with the humble publican, who acknowledges his sinfulness and pleads for God's mercy. Bounds asserts that humility is essential for effective prayer, as it opens the gates to God's grace and allows believers to approach Him with sincerity and self-deprecation. He concludes that humility is not merely the absence of pride but a profound quality that energizes prayer and reflects the character of Christ. The sermon calls for believers to embody humility in their prayer lives to draw closer to God.

John Chrysostom preaches on the genealogy of Jesus Christ, emphasizing the mystery and significance behind tracing Joseph's genealogy and the Virgin Mary's betrothal to him, highlighting the divine purpose of concealing Christ's virgin birth from the Jews. He delves into the importance of humility, urging believers to forget their good deeds and avoid seeking recognition, but rather to focus on virtuous actions without pride. Chrysostom uses biblical examples like David's humility and self-restraint to illustrate the power of a contrite heart and the blessings of lowliness before God.

John Calvin preaches on the importance of modesty and honoring elders, emphasizing that God notices and blesses those who remain humble and honest. He compares the growth of fruit to the advancement of individuals, highlighting the lasting impact of those who patiently wait for God's timing. Calvin encourages young people to show respect to their elders while also speaking the truth and upholding God's honor, even if it means correcting the older generation's shortcomings.

St. John Climacus preaches about the profound virtue of humility, describing it as a divine shelter, an abyss of self-abasement, and a strong tower against the enemy. He emphasizes the importance of recognizing one's weaknesses, constantly striving for self-knowledge, and accepting indignity with joy. St. John Climacus highlights that humility leads to spiritual growth, contrition, and a deep sense of unworthiness before God, ultimately guiding individuals to the path of salvation and eternal reward.

Andrew Murray emphasizes that humility is essential for understanding our relationship with God and for receiving His grace. He explains that God created humanity to reflect His glory and that humility is the highest virtue, allowing us to depend entirely on Him. Jesus exemplified this humility by becoming man and obediently sacrificing Himself, which is the foundation of our salvation. Murray asserts that true humility is the root of all virtues and the key to a fruitful relationship with God, as it enables us to acknowledge His sovereignty and work in our lives.