Humility on SermonAudio

Humility in our daily lives, encouraged by several Scriptures.

And when Abram was ninety years old and nine, the LORD appeared to Abram, and said unto him, **I am the Almighty God; walk before me, and be thou perfect.** (Genesis 17:1) *1/ Where we are to walk before God. 2/ How we are to walk before God.* **Sermon Summary:** The sermon explores the command to "walk before me and be thou perfect" found in Genesis 17:1, emphasizing that this walk is a continuous, visible reality before an all-seeing God. It distinguishes between walking "with" God and walking "before" Him, illustrating the latter as living under divine observation in all areas of life, from the workplace to the family home. The message argues that true faith is evidenced by consistent conduct rather than mere profession, drawing on examples like Enoch, Noah, and Abraham. The preacher outlines specific markers of this walk, including humility, holiness, love, dependence on God, and obedience to His Word. Ultimately, the sermon encourages believers to find comfort in God's constant presence and to pursue a life of integrity that reflects His glory in a fallen world.

We are Christians - so let's be Christians! That's the message of Colossians 3. We are to refocus on Christ, to reclothe ourselves with humility and love, and relate to one another and to others as Christians, in the family and at work.

The Meek and Those Who Seek God 1. The satisfaction of the meek 2. The praise of those who seek 3. The promise of eternal life

This sermon explores the narrative of the man born blind in John chapter nine, framing his journey as a "strange road to sight" that moves from physical healing to spiritual conviction. The message emphasizes that while human limitations and spiritual blindness are beyond our own power to fix, Jesus sees and acts to bring glory to God through these circumstances. It highlights the necessity of immediate obedience, even when the method seems unusual or the outcome is unclear, using the man's willingness to wash in the pool of Siloam as a model for Christian faith. The text further illustrates how opposition from religious authorities, rather than destroying the man's faith, actually clarified his convictions and deepened his understanding of Jesus as a prophet and ultimately the Son of God. The sermon concludes by contrasting the man's humble worship with the spiritual blindness of the Pharisees, urging listeners to recognize their own need for a Savior and to respond with faith and humility.

This sermon examines the high priestly prayer of Jesus in John 17, specifically focusing on the petition for the unity of His disciples. The central message argues that Christian unity is essential for the church's strength and witness, serving as a defense against the devil and a prerequisite for effective evangelism. The preacher outlines a threefold basis for this unity: agreement in doctrine grounded in Scripture, shared purpose in glorifying Christ, and mutual affection among believers. While acknowledging the current fragmentation within the Reformed world, the sermon calls for humility and a commitment to confessional standards, particularly among church leaders. The tone is both convicting and encouraging, urging believers to examine their hearts for division and to trust in God's power to heal the body of Christ.

Part one of a two-part message on Philippians 2:1-6, and the tenth message in Pastor Robert Rohlin's study of Philippians. Epaphroditus has carried good news and hard news from Philippi to Paul's prison cell - a joyful church with a crack in it, and two faithful women, Euodia and Syntyche, who no longer get along. Rohlin works through the four cords Paul uses to hold a church together: consolation in Christ, the comfort of love, the fellowship of the Spirit, and compassion from the deepest part of a person. He then turns to the mindset that keeps unity - one mind, one love, one accord - and to the two things that kill it, selfish ambition and empty glory. Division inside a church, he says, is more dangerous than any enemy outside it, and it almost always starts over something small. Why listen? Because the little things are what divide people, at church and at home. Rohlin brings in the rowers of Ben Hur pulling to one drumbeat, the church at Ephesus that kept its programs and lost its first love, D. L. Moody quietly shining the shoes of visiting preachers at Northfield, and the man who comforted a young widow by polishing her children's shoes for their father's funeral. You will get a plain definition of humility - not thinking less of yourself, but thinking of yourself less - and a test you can put to your own attitude this week. Part two picks up the mind of Christ in verses 5 and 6.

1. Oh What Love 2. Oh What Hatred 3. Oh What Humility

This sermon examines the life of Daniel as a model for maintaining spiritual integrity in a hostile cultural environment. It argues that the pressure to conform to societal norms is not new, citing Daniel's exile in Babylon where he faced attempts to alter his body, mind, habits, and identity. The central message emphasizes the necessity of a steadfast, purposed heart that chooses to submit to God over the teachings of men, spotlight God rather than self, and seek God over human approval. Through Daniel's example of dietary discipline, prayer, and humility, the preacher encourages believers to develop self-discipline and rely on God's favor to stand firm against cultural pressures, ensuring that their holiness remains intact regardless of external circumstances.

This sermon explores the parable of the prodigal son in Luke 15, emphasizing the universal theme of loss, search, and rejoicing found in Jesus' three parables. The speaker highlights the younger son's wasteful departure and subsequent humility, contrasting it with the father's immediate, unconditional restoration of his son's status through the robe, ring, and shoes. A central theological point is that the relationship between God and His people pre-exists their spiritual wandering; believers remain God's children even when they live as prodigals in the lap of His luxury. The message calls for genuine repentance, defined by a change in direction and a return to God's presence, urging the audience to recognize their need for grace and to actively seek reconciliation with the Father who waits on the highway.