Pride on SermonAudio

Today the judgments of God against Egypt begin. Pharaoh responds in pride and hardness of heart. As we consider his rebellion, we learn to guard ourselves against our own.

What hope can a sinner have before God? Job 11 prepares us for the opening part of public worship on the coming Lord's Day. In these twenty verses of Holy Scripture, the Holy Spirit teaches us that, though sinners may be tempted to find hope through their repenting, the only true hope that they can have is in God's mercy. The devotional analyzes Zophar's speech in Job 11 to illustrate the danger of relying on theological knowledge without humility or self-awareness. Although Zophar speaks truths about God's sovereignty, his pride and misrepresentation of Job's condition reveal a lack of true understanding. Job contrasts this with the gospel, emphasizing that human righteousness is insufficient for standing before God. Instead, justification comes solely through faith in Christ, not through self-improved behavior or repentance efforts. The message calls believers to cling to Christ alone and seek humility from the Holy Spirit.

This interactive teaching examines King Nebuchadnezzar's journey from arrogant pride to humble submission through the events of Daniel chapter four. The teacher contrasts the king's indirect acknowledgments of God in earlier chapters with his direct praise after experiencing divine judgment for his self-exaltation. Central to the message is the theological truth that God sovereignly rules over human kingdoms and humbles those who walk in arrogance. The text emphasizes that genuine repentance requires active righteousness and mercy toward others, rather than mere verbal apology. Ultimately, the sermon illustrates how God's corrective discipline serves as a merciful invitation to recognize His eternal dominion and restore right relationship with Him.

Monday evening session of our Behind The Mask: Breaking Free From Performative Religion teaching sessions presented by Dr. Rand Hummel in conjunction with our 2026 VBS program, Secret Agent Academy The sermon warns against the danger of becoming a 'religious robot' by performing spiritual duties out of habit, pride, or a desire for human approval rather than genuine love. It highlights the hypocrisy of outwardly appearing righteous while harboring sin internally and urges believers to examine their hearts honestly before God. The speaker emphasizes that true faith is not earned through religious performance but received through grace, contrasting the Pharisee's self-righteousness with reliance on Christ's sacrifice. A significant portion focuses on correcting mechanical prayer habits, advocating for sincere, personal communication with the Father instead of using vain repetitions or formulaic phrases. Ultimately, the message calls for an authentic relationship with God characterized by dependence, thanksgiving, and a rejection of superficial religiosity.

A verse-by-verse study through the book of Nehemiah. See how God uses the Valley Gate to speak to us about how He uses valleys in our lives.

Landis OPC Evening Service July 19, 2026 Pastor Johnny Serafini Sermon Text: Daniel 4:32c Sermon Outline: 1. The Warning from Heaven 2. The Pride of the Heart 3. The Rule of the Most High

Lord's Day 24 confronts us with a gospel so gracious and so radical it leaves no room for pride or self-service 1. Our 'Good Works' Aren't Good Enough 2. The Reward God Gives Good Works is of Grace 3. Getting the Gospel Right Guarantees Gratitude

1. His Imprisonment 2. His Death 3. The Significance This sermon examines the martyrdom of John the Baptist in Mark 6 to illustrate the cost of faithful witness and the foreshadowing of Christ's death. The preacher contrasts John's courageous confrontation of King Herod with Herod's cowardly surrender to peer pressure and pride. By analyzing the parallels between John's execution and Jesus' crucifixion, the message emphasizes that suffering for righteousness is an expected part of Christian life. The text serves as a warning against the fear of man while offering hope in the ultimate vindication of God's servants through the resurrection. Finally, the sermon calls believers to proclaim the gospel faithfully, trusting in Christ's victory over sin and death.

Pastor Holland continues to expound Philippians 2:1-4 to define gospel unity as the opposite of isolation and passivity within the Christian life. He argues that selfish ambition and pride drive believers to withdraw from the church or expect others to serve them, whereas lowliness of mind compels active service toward others. He further emphasizes that true humility is impossible apart from the gospel, which both exposes human sinfulness and empowers believers through their union with Christ. Sermon 2 of 2.

This sermon explores the Trinitarian work of salvation as described in Titus 3:4-7, emphasizing that God saves humanity not through human righteousness but through His own mercy and grace. The preacher highlights how the Father plans redemption, the Son accomplishes it through His death, and the Holy Spirit applies these benefits by regenerating and renewing believers at conversion. Central to the message is the concept of divine kindness, which appears in the moment of faith to justify sinners and make them heirs of eternal life. The text underscores that salvation is entirely God's initiative, leaving believers with no ground for pride but only worship. Finally, the sermon connects this theological truth to the Lord's Supper, urging participants to receive the elements as a reminder of their secure inheritance and call to sanctification.