Episode Title: He Must Increase: From Pride to Humility

Episode Description:
What if your lack of joy, constant comparison, or tendency to argue is actually rooted in pride? In this sermon from John 3:22–30, we examine how pride subtly shapes our hearts—and how true humility leads to freedom, joy, and a life centered on Christ.

In This Sermon, You’ll Discover:

Why pride often shows up as arguing, comparison, and self-exaltation

How even good things (like ministry) can become sources of sinful competition

Why pride ultimately keeps Christ out of the center of your life

How humility produces thankfulness, joy, and Christ-centered living

What it practically looks like to say, “He must increase, but I must decrease”

Key Passage:
John 3:22–30

Sermon Outline:

Three Marks of Pride:

Argumentative

Competitive

Self-exalting

Three Marks of Humility:

Thankful

Joyful

Christ-exalting

Key Verse:
“He must increase, but I must decrease.” — John 3:30

Questions for Reflection:

Where does pride show up in my relationships or conversations?

Do I find myself comparing or competing with others?

Is my joy rooted in Christ—or in how I measure up to others?

What would it look like today to decrease so that Christ might increase?

Call to Action:
Confess pride, turn again to Christ, and ask Him to grow in you a humility that leads to true joy.