Sermon Script: The Heart of Humility

Title: The Heart of Humility

Scripture: Philippians 2:3-11

Purpose: To inspire and guide the congregation to live humbly, following

Christ’s example.

Introduction

Opening Story/Illustration:

Imagine a young child holding a heavy bag that they’re clearly struggling
to carry. As you offer to help, the child stubbornly insists, “I can do it
myself!” This scene mirrors our spiritual lives when we reject God’s help,
relying solely on our strength and pride.

Transition:

Humility is not weakness; it’s strength under control. It is the realization

that our dependence on God and service to others bring true greatness.

1. What is Humility? (Philippians 2:3-4)

"Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility

value others above yourselves, not looking to your own interests but each
of you to the interests of others."

Definition of Humility:

Humility is not thinking less of yourself but thinking of yourself less (C.S.
Lewis). It’s prioritizing God and others over personal pride or self-interest.

Characteristics of a Humble Heart:

Serves others willingly.

Recognizes God as the source of every blessing.

Values others without envy or superiority.

Challenge:

Reflect on your motives. Are your actions driven by love and service, or by
the desire for recognition and self-promotion?

2. The Example of Christ’s Humility (Philippians 2:5-8)

"In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ
Jesus:
Who, being in very nature God,

did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own
advantage;

rather, he made himself nothing

by taking the very nature of a servant,

being made in human likeness.

And being found in appearance as a man,

he humbled himself

by becoming obedient to death—

even death on a cross!"

Jesus’ Humility in Action:

Incarnation: Christ left the glory of heaven to dwell among us.

Servanthood: He washed the feet of His disciples, a task reserved for the
lowest servant.

Sacrifice: He surrendered His life for the sake of humanity.

The Depth of Christ’s Humility:

Jesus’ obedience to God’s will, even to the point of death, demonstrates

ultimate humility.

Application:

Follow Jesus’ example by serving without expecting anything in return and

surrendering to God’s will, even when it’s difficult.

3. The Reward of Humility (Philippians 2:9-11)

"Therefore God exalted him to the highest place

and gave him the name that is above every name,

that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow,

in heaven and on earth and under the earth,

and every tongue acknowledge that Jesus Christ is Lord,

to the glory of God the Father."

God Exalts the Humble:

Humility leads to exaltation in God’s time and way. Jesus’ humility was
rewarded with glory and honor, setting the standard for us.

Eternal Perspective:

Earthly humility builds eternal treasure. When we humble ourselves, we

align with God’s kingdom values.

Encouragement:

Trust God’s timing. The world may not reward humility, but God’s reward
is eternal.

Conclusion

Summary:

Humility is valuing others above ourselves, following Christ’s example,

and trusting in God’s reward.

Personal Challenge:

This week, find one tangible way to practice humility—serve someone in

need, forgive someone who wronged you, or admit a mistake.

Closing Scripture:

"Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up" (James 4:10).

Prayer:

“Lord, teach us to walk humbly before You and others. Help us follow the
example of Christ, laying aside pride and selfish ambition, and live lives
that glorify You. Amen.”
Optional Additions

Testimony or Personal Story: Share a personal experience where humility

brought reconciliation or growth.

Interactive Element: Invite the congregation to silently pray and ask God
to reveal areas where they need to grow in humility.

Would you like a specific addition to suit your audience?

Scriptural Deep Dive: Humility in Action

Scripture: 1 Peter 5:5-7

“All of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because,

‘God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble.’

Humble yourselves, therefore, under God’s mighty hand, that he may lift
you up in due time. Cast all your anxiety on him because he cares for
you.”

Key Themes to Explore

"Clothe Yourselves with Humility"

Imagery: To "clothe" yourself implies a deliberate action, like putting on a

garment. Humility isn’t automatic; it requires intentional effort.

Application: Just as we get dressed daily, we must consciously choose

humility in our interactions, letting it be the defining mark of our
character.

"God Opposes the Proud but Shows Favor to the Humble"

God’s Stance: Pride creates a barrier between us and God, while humility
draws us into His favor.

Challenge: Reflect on areas in life where pride may be keeping you from
experiencing God’s full grace and presence.

"Humble Yourselves Under God’s Mighty Hand"

Submission to God’s Will: Humility involves trusting God’s plan, even when
it doesn’t align with our expectations.

Illustration: Think of Joseph in the Bible. Despite unjust suffering, he

remained humble and faithful, trusting that God would elevate him in His
perfect timing.

"Cast All Your Anxiety on Him Because He Cares for You"

Humility and Trust: Casting anxiety on God requires recognizing our

limitations and His sovereignty. True humility acknowledges, “I can’t do
this on my own.”

Encouragement: When we let go of worry and control, we experience

God’s care and peace in deeper ways.

Additional Connection to Philippians 2

Both passages emphasize God’s promise to lift up the humble. The

humility Jesus exemplifies in Philippians 2 aligns with Peter’s exhortation
for believers to submit to God’s mighty hand.

Practical Takeaway

Write down an area of pride or anxiety in your life this week. Actively pray
and surrender it to God, trusting in His timing and care. Reflect on how
this act of humility changes your perspective and relationship with Him.

The reward for humility and fear of the LORD

is riches and honor and life.

—Proverbs 22:4Open in Logos Bible Software (if available)

Preaching a sermon on humility is awkward, because I am not humble.

How can I preach a sermon on humility? Only by admitting up front that I
am proud. But I’d like to be humble, because Jesus is. You want to be
humble too. So okay. Let’s learn together from him. Everything he
commands he also gives.

The theme of humility is pervasive throughout the book of Proverbs. This

book never stops begging us to have a teachable spirit. How can we grow
into wisdom unless we’re teachable? How can we change unless we’re
open to change? That’s humility. We did not walk into church today to
airbrush our impressive appearances or to fine-tune our already-
established obedience. We walked into church today saying to Christ, “We
want newness of life, and we are coming to you for it. We are open to you.
Show us your glory. Take us further with you than we’ve ever gone before,
further than we’ve ever dreamed of going.” That radical openness is
humility, and he promises to honor that humility.

The Bible is so clear. “Whoever exalts himself will be humbled, but

whoever humbles himself will be exalted” (Matthew 23:12Open in Logos
Bible Software (if available); Luke 14:11Open in Logos Bible Software (if
available); 18:14Open in Logos Bible Software (if available)). “God
opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble” (James 4:6Open in
Logos Bible Software (if available); 1 Peter 5:5Open in Logos Bible
Software (if available)). “Whoever humbles himself like this child is the
greatest in the kingdom of heaven” (Matthew 18:4Open in Logos Bible
Software (if available)). “Exalt that which is low, and bring low that which
is exalted” (Ezekiel 21:26Open in Logos Bible Software (if available)).
“Every valley shall be lifted up, and every mountain and hill be made low”
(Isaiah 40:4Open in Logos Bible Software (if available)). It’s all over the
Bible. It is basic to the ways of God that pride humiliates us and humility
honors us. Even we understand that. When we see a person who is full of
himself and drawing attention to himself, what do we feel inside? Don’t we
want to cut him down to size, at least a little? And when we see someone
else who is humble and lifting others up and doing a great job without
expecting any thanks, don’t we want to see him get some credit? He who
exalts himself will be humbled, but he who humbles himself will be
exalted – even for us, but far more with God. We walk into a better future
not through self-exaltation but through humility before Christ. It’s why C. J.
Mahaney’s book on humility says that pride is our own greatest enemy
and humility is our own greatest friend. God blesses the humble, because
God himself is humble.

What is humility?

The fear of the LORD is the beginning of knowledge;

fools despise wisdom and instruction.

—Proverbs 1:7Open in Logos Bible Software (if available)

The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom,

and knowledge of the Holy One is insight.

—Proverbs 9:10Open in Logos Bible Software (if available)

The reward for humility and fear of the LORD

is riches and honor and life.

—Proverbs 22:4Open in Logos Bible Software (if available)

The fear of the Lord is not the spirit of our times. Self-esteem is the spirit
of our times. I did a search at amazon.com for books on self-esteem, and I
got 14,879 hits. The conventional wisdom is that self-regard is how we
become well adjusted and successful. But if you lack self-esteem, you’re
on the road to underachieving and maybe even a life of crime. That’s what
we’re told. But it isn’t true. In her New York Times article, “The Trouble
with Self-Esteem,” Lauren Slater quotes a researcher who studied
criminals and concluded this: “The fact is, we’ve put antisocial men
through every self-esteem test we have, and there’s no evidence for the
old psychodynamic concept that they secretly feel bad about themselves.
These men are racist or violent because they don’t feel bad enough about
themselves.”[2] The Bible is not saying there is no place for a sense of
personal worth. But it doesn’t come first. The fear of the Lord is the
beginning of wisdom. He comes first – not Self but Christ. He is our most
urgent need and the key to our future. That’s what the Bible is saying. It’s
an adjustment. Yesterday Bob Kauflin tweeted this: “My sin is that my
heart is pleased or troubled as things please or trouble me, without my
having a regard to Christ.” A radical reorientation! When we start feeling
the difference between self-esteem and Christ-esteem, that’s when the
idol of Self is losing its grip and Christ is saving us. It is the beginning of a
whole new life.

But if we’re humble at all, we have to wonder, and we do wonder, “Am I

humble enough? Do I fear the Lord enough? Look at my lust for being
noticed, my self-pity, all the rest. If only I did fear the Lord!” Aren’t we all
thinking that right now? But here’s the good news. We don’t come to
Christ because we’re humble. We come to Christ because we’re not, and
he receives us and loves us and helps us. The fear of the Lord is the
beginning of wisdom, but the grace of the Lord is the beginning of the fear
of the Lord. Jesus said in his parable of the wedding feast, “See, I have
prepared my dinner, . . . and everything is ready. Come to the wedding
feast” (Matthew 22:4Open in Logos Bible Software (if available)). He didn’t
say we are ready; he said the feast is ready, so come. Don’t worry if
you’re humble enough. You’re not. Neither am I. But all of us can go to
Christ right now, constantly, moment by moment, because he promises
everyone who comes riches and honor and life. Let your heart be melted
by the grace of Christ. That is humility – all the humility you need for him.

Why does humility matter?

Blessed is the one who fears the LORD always,

but whoever hardens his heart will fall into calamity.

—Proverbs 28:14Open in Logos Bible Software (if available)

The Hebrew word for fear in this proverb is different from the word in “The
fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom.” This word in 28:14 is more
intense. It means to tremble, to shiver, to shake. The B-line shows us that
fearing the Lord is the opposite of a hard heart. It’s the opposite of a
flippant, blasé, unserious heart. But the irony here is the word “blessed,”
which is a happy word. It means “Congratulations!” The word “blessed” is
a biblical high-five. Do you see the surprise? The surprise is that meltdown
before God is like a dam breaking with overflowing happiness. Emotional
meltdown before God, when we see him as he really is and ourselves as
we really are – it sweeps away our internal barriers, the defensiveness
that keeps God at a manageable distance and makes us so sad. But then
the gospel washes and floods us in divine forgiveness. It is so happy to get
past our image-management and tremble before God.

The fear of the LORD is instruction in wisdom,

and humility comes before honor.

—Proverbs 15:33Open in Logos Bible Software (if available)

Before destruction a man’s heart is haughty;

but humility comes before honor.

—Proverbs 18:12Open in Logos Bible Software (if available)

One’s pride will bring him low,

but he who is lowly in spirit will obtain honor.

—Proverbs 29:23Open in Logos Bible Software (if available)

These three proverbs summarize the message of the whole Bible: humility
before honor, the cross before the crown. It is the message of the Bible
and the pattern of our own lives. First we take the courses and submit to
the exams and all the rest, and then we graduate. It’s how life works, and
it requires humility. Even God accepted it. The apostle Peter read back
through the entire Old Testament, then he looked at the life of Jesus, and
he saw this pattern: suffering, then glory (1 Peter 1:10-12Open in Logos
Bible Software (if available)). That outlook became the template with
which Peter saw everything in life. His entire first letter is embedded in
this expectation: first humility, then honor.

We would rather skip the suffering and the humility and get right to the
honor. So, why should we accept the arrangement God has established?
Because it works. It really is the only pathway to honor. Our hearts long for
what Peter calls “praise and glory and honor” (1 Peter 1:7Open in Logos
Bible Software (if available)). The apostle Paul validates our desire for
“glory and honor and immortality” (Romans 2:7Open in Logos Bible
Software (if available)). Everybody wants to write the next mega-hit.
Everybody wants a place in the Hollywood Walk of Fame or the Guinness
Book of World Records or something. Nobody wants to be a zero. For a
person created in the image of God to be a zero is unbearable. And God
himself wants to honor us. Here’s the climax of the gospel: “. . . them he
glorified” (Romans 8:30Open in Logos Bible Software (if available)). That is
not pride. It is the grace of God. He is not out to make you mediocre; he is
out to make you glorious. Here’s the surprising way he gets us there: “He
who is lowly in spirit will obtain honor.” This fraudulent world runs on
swagger. And it doesn’t look like that is ever going to change. But it will,
because God is faithful. Your life might not look like much right now. But if
you are trusting God for your significance, keep your eyes out ahead at
the promises of God. Even one of our own prophets has said,

The line it is drawn, the curse it is cast

The slow one now will later be fast

As the present now will later be past

The order is rapidly fadin’.

And the first one now will later be last

For the times they are a-changin’.

Pride goes before destruction,

and a haughty spirit before a fall.

—Proverbs 16:18Open in Logos Bible Software (if available)

Whoever trusts in his own mind is a fool,

but he who walks in wisdom will be delivered.

—Proverbs 28:26Open in Logos Bible Software (if available)

There are those who are clean in their own eyes

but are not washed of their filth.

—Proverbs 30:12Open in Logos Bible Software (if available)

All the ways of a man are pure in his own eyes,

but the LORD weighs the spirit.

—Proverbs 16:2Open in Logos Bible Software (if available)

There is a way that seems right to a man.

but its end is the way to death.

—Proverbs 14:12Open in Logos Bible Software (if available)

The Hebrew words translated “pride” and “haughty” in Proverbs

16:18Open in Logos Bible Software (if available) both have to do with
height, with being lifted up. The Bible says, in the book of Daniel, that the
Most High God – that is his title – gave King Nebuchadnezzar glory and
majesty. The Bible had no problem with that man holding world
domination. But then it says, “When his heart was lifted up . . . so that he
dealt proudly, he was brought down” (Daniel 5:20Open in Logos Bible
Software (if available)). The word translated “destruction” means a
breaking, like a bone being shattered. It is painful. It hurts when our
dreams are broken and our self-images are shattered. But God is in it. So
it’s a healing blow. Here is a prayer God will never refuse: “Lord, keep me
in your humility. Keep me down low before you, where I belong.” Humility
is the safest place for every one of us. I find it good for me sometimes,
when I pray, to get down on my face. Not even on my knees. Down on my
face, as low as I can get. It’s contrary to my pride, but it’s where I belong
before the Most High God. And it’s the place of blessing.

We need to be deliberate about this, because we don’t see our pride: “All
the ways of a man are pure in his own eyes.” Pride feels normal. We trust
in our own minds. We naturally feel innocent. We feel more sinned against
than sinning, like King Lear. But what matters is not how we feel but where
we’re going: “There is a way that seems right to a man, but its end is the
way to death.” The scariest thing about us is our glib self-assurance. We
are not alarmed by ourselves. The onramps to the interstate of death
have no warnings, no signs, no flashing red lights. We need God to tell us.

I had lunch with a research psychiatrist at a major university. We were

talking about the human brain. He said our brains are basically simple,
even primitive. Our brains sense positives and tell us to move toward the
positives. And our brains sense negatives and tell us to move away from
the negatives. But as fallen beings, our wires get crossed. Our very brains
lie to us. Our brains sincerely experience negatives as positives, and we
want to move toward them. And our brains sincerely experience positives
as negatives, and we want to move away from them. One researcher
arrives at this assessment:

Your unscrupulous brain is entirely undeserving of your confidence. It has

some shifty habits that leave the truth distorted and disguised. Your brain
is vainglorious. It’s emotional and immoral. It deludes you. It is pigheaded,
secretive and weak-willed. Oh, and it’s also a bigot…. Yes, thanks to the
masquerading of an untrustworthy brain with a mind of its own, much of
what you think you know is not quite as it seems.

Paul called it “the flesh” (Romans 8:7Open in Logos Bible Software (if
available)), the very stuff we’re made of. And how do we escape the pull
of that? It’s why we need to follow the Bible more than our own internal
thought world. The Bible is a more reliable guide away from death and
toward life than our own intuitions. The Bible warns us away from death
that feels like life and toward life that sometimes feels like death. Which
do you trust more – your hunches or the Bible? Humility before the Bible is
a matter of life and death. That’s why humility matters.

How does humility behave?

Whoever despises the word brings destruction on himself,

but he who reveres the commandment will be rewarded.

—Proverbs 13:13Open in Logos Bible Software (if available)

The ear that listens to life-giving reproof

will dwell among the wise.

—Proverbs 15:31Open in Logos Bible Software (if available)

Whoever conceals his transgressions will not prosper,

but he who confesses and forsakes them will obtain mercy.

—Proverbs 28:13Open in Logos Bible Software (if available)

The three key words are “reveres,” “listens” and “confesses.” That’s how
humility behaves: it reveres, listens and confesses, in that order. First,
humility reveres the Word of God, but pride despises it. Wherever you turn
in the Bible, remind yourself, “God has a blessing for me here.” Never
dismiss a single verse. Even if you don’t understand it, you can still say, “I
don’t understand this yet, but I will not despise it. I will not dismiss it as
irrelevant. This book is Jesus speaking to me, every word of it. I will
swallow the Word whole, including the hard parts, out of reverence for
him.” He will reward that humility with more understanding.

Secondly, humility listens to life-giving reproof. We have no obligation to

pay attention to abuse. But wise reproof is life-giving. What is reproof? It’s
correction. We don’t like being corrected. But we need our feathers ruffled.
It gives life. When was the last time you said to someone you trust, “Help
me see myself. How can I improve?” If you’re not in any relationship
where you trust anyone enough to open up like that and then really listen,
there is a reason. The reason is not that you can’t find someone good
enough for you; the reason is your pride. But humbly listening to trusted
correction is how we enter the community of the wise.

Thirdly, humility confesses and forsakes sin. We would rather save face.
But it is so freeing to confess our sins, especially to one another! When we
confess and forsake our sins, we obtain mercy. The word translated
“mercy” is related to the Hebrew word for a mother’s womb. Why?
Because God has a soft spot in his heart for sinners who open up and
come clean. God envelops us in his tenderness and warmth, when we
confess and forsake our sins. Let’s never confess one another’s sins and
create a shaming environment. Let’s confess our own sins. Let’s never
think as a church, “Thank God we’re not like those other churches” (see
Luke 18:11Open in Logos Bible Software (if available)). What arrogance!
Let’s confess our own sins. The most significant thing I have ever read,
outside the Bible, comes from Jonathan Edwards’ “Thoughts on the
Revival”:

Spiritual pride tends to speak of other persons’ sins with bitterness or with
laughter and an air of contempt. But pure Christian humility rather tends
either to be silent about these problems or to speak of them with grief and
pity. Spiritual pride is very apt to suspect others, but a humble Christian is
most guarded about himself. He is as suspicious of nothing in the world as
he is of his own heart. The proud person is apt to find fault with other
believers, that they are low in grace, and to be quick to note their
deficiencies. But the humble Christian has so much to do at home and
sees so much evil in his own heart and is so concerned about it that he is
not apt to be very busy with other hearts. He is apt to esteem others
better than himself.

Do you know who ends up in hell? Everyone who sincerely believes they
deserve heaven. Do you know who ends up in heaven? Everyone who
sincerely believes he deserves hell but is saying to Jesus, “Be merciful to
me, a sinner!”

Where can we find humility?

Christ Jesus was in the form of God, but did not count equality with God a
thing to be grasped, but made himself nothing, taking the form of a
servant, being born in the likeness of men. And being found in human
form, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death,
even death on a cross. Therefore God has highly exalted him and
bestowed on him the name that is above every name, so that at the name
of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the
earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of
God the Father. —Philippians 2:6-11Open in Logos Bible Software (if
available)

C. S. Lewis wrote that pride is “the complete anti-God state of mind,” and
here we see why. Humility began in heaven. We didn’t invent it. The Son
of God revealed it. We lift ourselves up. The Son of God stepped down. We
make ourselves big deals. The Son of God made himself nothing. We
measure out our obedience one inch at a time, to keep control. The Son of
God became obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross, for you
and me.

This humble God loves us proud sinners. He even wants to share his glory
with us, and on terms of sheer grace. The only price we pay is the loss of
ego. What a liberation!

What new step of self-humbling is God calling you to take, as you follow
his Son? Whatever it is, he will honor you as you follow him. After humility,
there is honor. After the cross comes a crown. Risk your everything on
God’s faithful promise. He will be true to you.
Sermon Script: The Contrast Between Humility and Pride

Title: Humility vs. Pride: The Heart God Desires

Scripture: Proverbs 16:18, Luke 18:9-14
Purpose: To contrast the destructive nature of pride with the life-giving
nature of humility and challenge the congregation to embrace Christ-like
humility.

Introduction

 Opening Illustration:
Imagine climbing a mountain. Pride is like a heavy backpack filled
with unnecessary rocks—weighed down, slowing progress, and
leading to exhaustion. In contrast, humility is like traveling light,
relying on God’s guidance, making the climb meaningful and joyful.

 Main Idea:
Pride elevates self above others and God, leading to destruction,
while humility invites God’s favor and aligns us with His heart.

1. The Destructive Nature of Pride

Scripture: Proverbs 16:18

"Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall."

 What Is Pride?

o Pride is self-centeredness, the elevation of self over God and

others.
 o It manifests as arrogance, unteachability, and a lack of
dependence on God.

 Biblical Examples of Pride’s Consequences:

o Lucifer: Pride led to his fall from heaven (Isaiah 14:12-15).

o Nebuchadnezzar: His arrogance brought humiliation until he

acknowledged God’s sovereignty (Daniel 4:28-37).

 Modern Application:
Pride blinds us to our need for God, damages relationships, and
leads to spiritual stagnation.

 Challenge:
Ask, “Where has pride crept into my life—my thoughts, decisions, or
interactions with others?”

2. The Power of Humility

Scripture: Luke 18:9-14

"For all those who exalt themselves will be humbled, and those who
humble themselves will be exalted."

 Parable of the Pharisee and the Tax Collector:

o The Pharisee exalted himself, confident in his own

righteousness.

o The tax collector, aware of his unworthiness, humbly cried out

for God’s mercy.

 Key Lesson:
God looks at the heart, not external appearances or
accomplishments. Humility invites His grace, while pride distances
us from it.

 Humility Defined:

o Acknowledging our dependence on God.

o Valuing others above ourselves (Philippians 2:3).

o Being teachable and open to correction.

 Application:
Approach God daily with a humble heart, confessing your need for
His mercy and guidance.
3. Humility and Pride in Action: A Practical Comparison

Pride Humility

Focuses on God and

Focuses on self
others

Boasts about Grateful for God’s

achievements blessings

Seeks recognition Seeks to serve

Embraces growth and

Resists correction
learning

Illustration: Think of two seeds planted in the same soil. Pride’s seed
grows quickly but hollow, easily toppled by storms. Humility’s seed grows
slowly but deeply rooted, weathering any trial.

4. The Reward of Humility and the Consequence of Pride

Scripture: James 4:6

"God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble."

 Pride’s Consequences:

o Opposed by God.

o Broken relationships.

o Spiritual separation.

 Humility’s Rewards:

o God’s favor and grace.

o Peace in relationships.

o Intimacy with God.

 Example of Christ’s Humility (Philippians 2:5-11):

Jesus, though God, humbled Himself to the point of death,
demonstrating the ultimate act of humility and was exalted by God.

Conclusion
  Summary:
Pride leads to destruction, while humility opens the door to God’s
grace and favor. The heart God desires is one of humble
dependence on Him.

 Personal Challenge:

o Identify one area where pride is present and surrender it to

God this week.

o Commit to one act of humility—serving someone, apologizing

for a wrong, or listening without defending.

 Closing Scripture:
“Humble yourselves before the Lord, and he will lift you up” (James
4:10).

 Prayer:
“Lord, strip us of pride and clothe us with humility. Help us to follow
Jesus’ example and live lives that glorify You by serving others with
love and grace. Amen.”

Focused Reflection Exercise

Setup: Before concluding the sermon, invite the congregation into a

moment of personal reflection and silent prayer.

Instructions:

1. Identify Pride:

o Ask the congregation to close their eyes and think of an area

in their lives where pride might be present.

o Prompt them to ask themselves, "Am I seeking recognition for

my own benefit? Am I resistant to correction? Am I
withholding forgiveness?"

2. Confess and Surrender:

o Encourage them to silently confess these struggles to God.

o Lead them in surrendering these areas to Him, asking for the

grace to walk humbly.

3. Commit to Action:

o Challenge them to think of one tangible way they can

demonstrate humility this week—serving someone,
apologizing for a mistake, or seeking reconciliation.
Real-Life Story Example: The Power of Humility

Illustration:
Years ago, a well-known CEO of a successful company shared a moment
that transformed his leadership. During a major crisis, he realized that his
pride—his insistence on having all the answers—was driving his team
apart.

One day, he stood before his employees and admitted, "I’ve been leading
with pride, not humility. I haven’t listened as I should, and I’ve prioritized
my image over our mission. I’m sorry, and I want to do better."

To his surprise, his humility sparked a change in the team. Collaboration

improved, trust was restored, and the company emerged stronger from
the crisis. The CEO later reflected, "Humility didn’t weaken me as a
leader; it made me stronger by allowing me to connect authentically with
others and grow."

Application for the Congregation:

Whether in families, workplaces, or communities, humility can transform
relationships and situations. Authenticity and service invite healing and
growth.
Title: Becoming Who God Created You to Be

Scripture: Romans 12:2, Philippians 1:6

Purpose: To inspire the congregation to embrace God’s transforming work

in their lives and take intentional steps to grow spiritually, emotionally,
and relationally.

Introduction

Opening Illustration:

Imagine a sculptor staring at a block of marble. Others see a lifeless

stone, but the sculptor sees a masterpiece. Through careful chiseling, the
artist reveals the beauty hidden within. Similarly, God is at work in our
lives, shaping us into who He created us to be.

Main Idea:

Becoming a better you isn’t about perfection or comparison. It’s about

embracing God’s transformation, reflecting Christ in your life, and living
with purpose.

1. Embrace God’s Transformation

Scripture: Romans 12:2

“Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the
renewing of your mind.”

God’s Role in Transformation:

Transformation begins with surrendering to God’s will and allowing His

Word to renew your mind.
The Holy Spirit works in us to align our thoughts, desires, and actions with
God’s purpose.

Avoiding Conformity:

The world pressures us to conform to its standards of success, beauty, and

worth.

Instead, God calls us to live differently, focusing on eternal values.

Application:

Spend daily time in God’s Word and prayer, asking Him to renew your
mind.

Replace negative or worldly influences with positive, Christ-centered ones.

2. Trust God’s Process

Scripture: Philippians 1:6

“He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the
day of Christ Jesus.”

God’s Promise:

God doesn’t give up on us, even when we stumble or feel stuck.

Our journey to becoming a better version of ourselves is ongoing and

guided by His faithful hand.

Be Patient with the Process:

Transformation takes time. Just as a tree grows slowly and steadily, so

does our spiritual growth.

Celebrate small victories and trust that God is still working in areas where
you struggle.

Application:
Identify one area where you feel God is working. Be intentional in
cooperating with Him through prayer, study, and obedience.

3. Reflect Christ in Your Daily Life

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 3:18

“And we all, who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord’s glory, are
being transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory, which comes
from the Lord, who is the Spirit.”

Transformation’s Purpose:

Becoming a better you isn’t for self-glory but for God’s glory.

As you grow, your life should increasingly reflect Christ’s love, humility,
and compassion.

Practical Steps to Reflect Christ:

In Relationships: Practice forgiveness, patience, and selflessness.

In Challenges: Respond with faith, not fear, trusting God’s sovereignty.

In Service: Use your gifts and time to bless others and point them to
Christ.

4. Live with Purpose

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works,

which God prepared in advance for us to do.”

Your Unique Calling:

God has a purpose for each of us. Your talents, experiences, and passions
are tools to fulfill that purpose.

Stop comparing yourself to others. Instead, focus on how God uniquely

designed you.
Steps to Discover Purpose:

Seek God’s guidance through prayer and Scripture.

Step out in faith by trying new ways to serve and grow.

Surround yourself with mentors and believers who encourage and

challenge you.

Conclusion

Summary:

Becoming a better you is about allowing God to transform your mind,

trusting His process, reflecting Christ in your life, and living with purpose.

Personal Challenge:

Ask God to reveal one area of your life that needs change this week.

Commit to one specific step—whether it’s spending more time in prayer,

forgiving someone, or using your gifts to serve others.

Closing Illustration:

A caterpillar doesn’t stay in its cocoon forever; it emerges as a butterfly,

fulfilling its purpose. In the same way, God is calling you out of your
cocoon to become the person He created you to be.

Closing Prayer:

“Lord, thank You for Your transforming work in our lives. Help us to
surrender fully to You, trust Your process, and reflect Christ in all we do.
Lead us to live with purpose for Your glory. Amen.”
Sermon Script: Becoming a Better You

Title: Becoming Who God Created You to Be

Scripture: Romans 12:2, Ephesians 2:10

Purpose: To inspire and guide the congregation in aligning their lives with
God’s purpose, growing spiritually, and becoming the best version of
themselves in Christ.

Introduction

Opening Illustration:

Imagine a sculptor chipping away at a block of marble, patiently and

purposefully removing what doesn’t belong to reveal the masterpiece
within. That’s how God works in our lives—shaping us to reflect His image.

Main Idea:

Becoming a better you isn’t about self-help or worldly success; it’s about
spiritual growth, fulfilling God’s purpose, and living a life that glorifies
Him.

1. Embrace Transformation

Scripture: Romans 12:2

"Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the
renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what
God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will."

Key Point:

True transformation starts with the mind. Aligning our thoughts with God’s
Word allows us to break free from worldly patterns and step into His will.

Practical Steps:

Spend time in God’s Word daily.

Evaluate influences—media, friendships, habits—and remove those that
hinder your spiritual growth.

Replace negative self-talk with affirmations of God’s truth about your

identity.

Illustration:

Think of a butterfly’s transformation. The caterpillar doesn’t stay the

same; it undergoes a complete metamorphosis. Similarly, God calls us to
shed the old and embrace the new creation He is shaping us to be.

2. Discover Your Purpose

Scripture: Ephesians 2:10

"For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works,

which God prepared in advance for us to do."

Key Point:

Each person is uniquely designed by God to fulfill a specific purpose. You

are His masterpiece, crafted with intentionality.

Practical Steps:

Pray: Ask God to reveal your gifts and calling.

Explore: Try new things and serve in various capacities to discover where
you thrive.

Seek Counsel: Trusted mentors or friends can help you identify your
strengths and passions.

Illustration:

Think of an artist painting a masterpiece. Every brushstroke is deliberate,

contributing to the final work. You are that masterpiece, and every
experience, gift, and trial is a brushstroke in God’s design.

3. Commit to Growth
Scripture: Philippians 3:13-14

"Brothers and sisters, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it.
But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is
ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called
me heavenward in Christ Jesus."

Key Point:

Growth is a process, not a destination. Don’t let past failures or current

struggles hold you back. God’s grace empowers you to keep moving
forward.

Practical Steps:

Set Goals: Spiritual growth requires intentionality. Identify areas where

God is calling you to grow—prayer, patience, forgiveness, etc.

Be Persistent: Growth can be slow, but faithfulness in small steps leads to

big changes.

Rely on God’s Strength: Philippians 4:13 reminds us, "I can do all this
through him who gives me strength."

Illustration:

A farmer plants seeds, waters them, and waits patiently for the harvest.
Growth takes time, but the harvest is worth the effort.

4. Reflect Christ to the World

Scripture: Matthew 5:16

"Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds
and glorify your Father in heaven."

Key Point:

Becoming a better you isn’t just for your benefit—it’s so others can see
Christ in you and be drawn to Him.
Practical Steps:

Be a witness through your words and actions.

Practice kindness and compassion in daily interactions.

Live with integrity, even when no one is watching.

Illustration:

Think of a mirror. A clean mirror reflects light clearly, but a dirty one
distorts it. As we grow in Christ, we become clearer reflections of His love
and character.

Conclusion

Summary:

Becoming a better you involves transformation of the mind, discovering

your God-given purpose, committing to growth, and reflecting Christ in
your life.

Personal Challenge:

Take one step this week toward becoming who God created you to be—
renew your mind, discover your purpose, or commit to growth in a specific
area.

Pray daily, “Lord, shape me into the person You want me to be, for Your
glory.”

Closing Scripture:

"And we all, who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord’s glory, are
being transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory, which comes
from the Lord, who is the Spirit" (2 Corinthians 3:18).

Prayer:

“Heavenly Father, thank You for creating us with purpose and potential.
Help us to grow into the people You’ve called us to be. Renew our minds,
transform our hearts, and use our lives for Your glory. Amen.”
What do you do when you see this sign?

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I can almost predict when you see this sign, you are going to stay away

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from that house or that vicinity. You know why? Because you have the
warning.

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What do you think is the most dangerous spiritual toxin that you and I can
have?

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It is so dangerous. In fact, the Bible describes it.

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Do you know what it is? When you see this sign:

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Why is pride so deadly?

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1 Peter 5 tells us

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The word "opposed" is a military term. It is describing an army that

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is organized to fight the enemy. In this verse, it is God orchestrating

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His army against the proud. God Himself is opposed to the proud.

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The grammar is such that it implies it's present tense.

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God is always and will continue to oppose the proud people.

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Why should you beware? Why should you be careful of pride? Here is an
amazing reality.

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Everyone — no exception — everyone who is proud in heart is an

abomination.

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The word "abomination" means what? God detests.

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God is angry. God does not want people who are proud.

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Notice the certainty: "he will not be unpunished."

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The certainty of the danger of pride. "Pride goes before destruction."

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Do you know the meaning of the word "destruction"? The certainty, you'll
be destroyed.

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It is something sure. "A haughty spirit before stumbling".

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Another certainty! In short, it does not make sense to be proud.

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But the problem is this: we can be proud without knowing it because pride
is very subtle.

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What is pride? Pride is about the self: self-glory,

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self-importance, self-will. In fact, one of the best

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definitions of pride is E.G.O..

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EGO stands for what? Edging God Out.

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Ego is the first sin, believe it or not, committed by Satan.

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Let me read for you what the Bible is saying.

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That's where you have the word "lucifer", star of the morning.

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Now, notice God's description of Satan.

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You see, pride is a sin of the heart.

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Do you notice the word, "I... I... I..."? How do you spell "sin"?

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What is the middle letter for sin? What do you notice is the middle

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letter of the word "pride"? What's the middle letter?

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I again. I like what C. S. Lewis said:

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Like anger, jealousy, bitterness, unforgiveness.

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That's why the message today is so important.

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Beware of pride. This sin is so dangerous because God becomes your

enemy.

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"Gives grace to the humble" — the cure is humility. "Gives grace", again,
present tense.

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God will continue pouring in grace to the humble. The word "grace" means
what?

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Undeserved favor. Grace is something that we don't deserve that God

gives us.

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Grace is the power that God gives us to live a sanctified life. Grace is the
power that God

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gives us to endure trials. Grace is the power and the desire

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and the ability God gives us to live a life that's pleasing to Him. That is
why it is important you understand

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God is opposed to the proud, gives grace to the humble; therefore, what
must you do?

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Be humble. "Therefore humble yourselves"

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— notice, humility is a choice. Humble yourselves.

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Don't try to humble others. Humble yourselves. It's you and God. You
know why it's before God?

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"Under the mighty hand of God". Humility is recognizing who God is.

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Humility is realizing we are dependent upon God.

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And then look at the next phrase:

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God will take care of your future and your future will be amazing in His
time.

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What is humility? Humility is not demeaning ourselves

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and thinking poorly of ourselves. It is not thinking less of ourselves

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but thinking about ourselves less. Oftentimes, it is simply not

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thinking of ourselves at all. You know why? Because a humble person is

God-centered,

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Humility is seeing ourselves as God sees us.

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I love this acronym for humility: the same word for ego, E.G.O., but
humility

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is the opposite: Exalt God Only. That is humility.

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E.G.O.: you want to focus on God, exalt God only.

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To show us the danger and the toxicity of pride and the importance of
humility, I'm going to

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share with you four short examples from the Bible. The first one has to do
with Mordecai

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and Haman from the book of Esther. The next one has to do with King
Uzziah, and

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the next one has to do with King Manasseh. And the last one has to do
with

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the example of Jesus regarding the tax collector and the Pharisee.

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I want you to notice in Esther 3:1-2, Haman was promoted.

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He was promoted to the highest position possible next to the king.

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The Bible says he was given authority over all the princes and all the
king's

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servants were to bow down to Haman. But there is one character,

Mordecai,

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neither bowed down nor paid homage.

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You can now see the danger of pride. You see pride manifests itself in
different ways.

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Here was Haman. He's now very angry. The Bible says he was filled with
rage.

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Haman felt he was entitled to respect. Haman insisted that people should
bow down to

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him; that's the characteristic of proud people. A few chapters later, you
look at Haman.

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Haman went out that day, he was so happy, he was so pleased.

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Here was Haman again, in spite of all of his power, he was so bothered

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by one single individual, Mordecai. That's the problem with proud people.

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You become blind to yourself.

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That's the danger of pride. We begin to be so enamored with our success,

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with our money, and we think we are superior. And you know what the
Bible tells us?

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Haman is allowing somebody to steal his joy. That's the problem with
proud people.

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It leads to other sin. The Bible tells us his wife and all of his friends told
him.

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Beware of pride, pride leads to other sin. Haman is now thinking of killing
Mordecai.

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If you are Mordecai, what is your future? Humanly speaking, Mordecai was
finished,

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because the second most powerful person in that country is out to kill
him.

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But can I tell you something? If you look at the Bible, a few verses
described Mordecai.

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In other words, there was an attempted murder.

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To make a long story short, when Mordecai reported to the queen and the
queen reported to

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the king, there was an investigation, and the investigation confirmed the
truth of Mordecai's

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accusation, and the Bible tells us those two men were captured and they
were hanged.

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Look at the humility of Mordecai. Mordecai did not insist on taking the
credit.

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Mordecai did not insist on telling Esther

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to tell the king that he is her uncle. He did not use the position of Esther
to

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make himself popular before the king, because humble people are not
after personal glory.

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Well, I want to ask you a question: how will God save the life of Mordecai,
when

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Haman plotted to hang him the next morning? Well, I will share with you:
the

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key to humility is to have a proper view of God, to learn to trust Him.

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Surrender your future to Him. Look at Esther 6.

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What did God do? God made sure that the king will not be able to sleep.

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God made sure that the king would have a chance to read what really
happened in the past.

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You see, God is sovereign. His timing is amazing. They read the following:
it was written that

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somebody saved the life of the king. And when the king heard that part,
that

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somebody saved his life from assassination, look at verse three: the king
said, "What

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honor or dignity has been bestowed on this man who saved my life, on
Mordecai?"
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The king's servants replied, "Nothing has been done to him."

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You see when God wants to exalt you in His time, God will do it His way,
His time.

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The king, at that precise moment, apparently it was morning already, so

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the king didn't sleep the whole night. Look at the timing of God.

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In the morning, Haman wanted to see the king, so he was there early.

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For what purpose? To get permission from the king to hang Mordecai.

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The king had no idea that was the intention of Haman. Look at the timing.

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Here comes Haman, he wanted to tell the king, "Let's hang Mordecai,"
without knowing that

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that night, the king discovered Mordecai saved his life and no honor was
done to Mordecai.

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And you know what the king did? Look at the timing of God: when Haman
entered, the king asked, "Haman, what should

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be done to somebody I'd like to honor? What should be done?" And

Haman was thinking the

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king wanted to honor him. You see, proud people sometimes deceive
themselves.

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And Haman said, "Well, you give him the best robe, let him ride on your
horse, and tell

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everybody, 'Bow before this man.'" And when the king heard it, you know
what the king said?

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"Haman, you do that for Mordecai." What an ironic twist of events.

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The guy that Haman wanted to kill, the king commanded, "Haman, you
now honor

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him, parade him all over the city." Do you want to know the end of the
story?

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The Bible tells us in Esther 7:9, the

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king discovered that Haman did indeed construct these gallows to kill
Mordecai.

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You know what the king said? "Hang Haman on the gallows which he had
prepared for Mordecai."

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What's my point?

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Do you know what happened to Mordecai? Everything that belonged to

Haman

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was transferred to Mordecai. Mordecai became the prime minister of

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the most powerful nation of that time. Do you realize the empire of King
Ahasuerus?

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It's from the Middle East all the way to India. Such is the power that God
bestowed

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upon Mordecai in God's time. The temptation to become proud is real.

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You can begin well, but if you're not careful, you become proud by virtue
of your position, by virtue

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of your success, by virtue of your possessions. What do I mean? In 2

Chronicles 26, the Bible

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tells us the example of Uzziah. Uzziah was 16 years old when he became
king.

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He reigned 52 years in Jerusalem. In verse 4, the Bible tells us

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Uzziah began very well. The Bible tells us he did right. Look at verse five.

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And the Bible tells us

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God blessed him with livestock, power, fame, victory, a great army.

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In fact, his army was elite, the Bible describes them as an amazing army.

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And then verse 15 tells us

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The Bible tells us

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What was the problem of King Uzziah? When his heart became proud, do
you notice what happened?

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He thought he was above the law, entitled.

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He felt he has the right to do what he wanted to do. No accountability.

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A humble person will listen and will change, but

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King Uzziah, because the heart was so proud — now, listen to me: proud
people don't like correction.

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Proud people don't like criticism. Proud people don't listen.

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And that's exactly what happened to Uzziah.

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And the Bible tells us

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King Uzziah forgot that his number one responsibility is to be faithful to

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God is to serve God, to obey His Word. He has forgotten that all of his

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blessings, his accomplishment is from God. But you see when you become
proud, you think

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everything is because of your own effort. You are no longer dependent

upon God, you don't listen to correction, you

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react when you are criticized, and that is exactly what happened to
Uzziah.

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But to show us clearly that God is opposed to the proud, what did God do?
God sent leprosy, and Uzziah was

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leprous for the rest of his life. I want us to look at another example,

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the example of King Manasseh. In 2 Chronicles 33, let's read.

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And you know what happened to this guy? He reigned 55 years, one of the
longest reigning kings. But Manasseh was a bad king.

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How evil was King Manasseh? He erected altars for Baals, he worshiped

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Asherim, he worshiped all the hosts of heaven. The guy was idolatrous!

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Worst of all, look at verse six: he

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Ladies and gentlemen, how would you described King Manasseh? Evil!

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And you know what God did? This is the amazing thing about God. God
wanted him to repent.

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2 Chronicles 33:10:

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Oftentimes God will approach us and speak to us, first in a gentle way.

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But they refused to listen. You see proud people don't listen. Proud people
don't take correction.

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Proud people don't change. What did God do? God is opposed to the
proud.

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I want you to imagine now you are King Manasseh. God allowed you to be
captured, put

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hooks; the hooks are usually tied on their nose, they are like animals. The
guy was in deep trouble.

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And the Bible tells us

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Underline that word, "humbled himself greatly before the God of his
fathers".

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The Lord was moved by the humility of King Manasseh.

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Remember, God gives grace to the humble. And then the Bible tells us,
God

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brought him back to Jerusalem. And the Bible tells us then Manasseh knew
that the Lord was God.

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Let me give you another example in the New Testament, you have the
story of Jesus,

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a religious leader, and a tax collector. Let's look at Luke 18:9-12,

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Here is a description of somebody who is proud: they trusted in

themselves, in their

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own righteousness, and looked down on others.

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I call this the most dangerous kind of pride: self-righteousness.

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There are times when husbands and wives are guilty of this. We focus on
the mistakes of the

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husbands or the mistakes of the wives. Even church members, we focus
on the mistakes of others.

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We are quick to criticize other people but we don't see our own failure.
Look at this amazing example.

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Look at his humility.

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I want you to underline the definite article, "the sinner". You know what
this tax collector is saying?

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"God, be merciful to me. I am the sinner."

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Humble people learn to see their own sinfulness. They don't focus on the
sins of others.

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Jesus is teaching the disciples this amazing truth: God gives grace to the
humble.

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Declared not guilty. Humble people experience salvation.

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Proud people will not experience salvation because the first step to
forgiveness,

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the first step to becoming right with God is humility, admitting you are a
sinner.

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Remember the principle: beware of pride.

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God is opposed to the proud, be humble. I've seen this again and again.

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In my years of ministry. I've seen leaders, they fail in the area of humility.

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Why? Because pride is very subtle. They make bad choices without

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realizing it's because of pride. I've seen men who fail to confess their sin.

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I've seen men who fail to repent. I've seen women who fail in this area
because of pride.

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They don't want to admit their mistake. They don't want to say, "Lord, I
am wrong." You see without humility,

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how can there be blessing? The first step to real blessing, to real salvation
is humility.

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As you listen to this message, can you evaluate yourselves one to ten?

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Ten meaning you're as humble as Christ. One, you're as proud as Satan.

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Number one: are you rested? Rest in God's sovereignty.

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You don't feel the need to question God or to judge Him because you

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rest in His wisdom, in His decision. That's restedness.

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Are you rested? Are you thankful?

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Humble people are thankful. They are grateful. They focus on the
goodness of God,

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because they are very appreciative. They understand they've been
forgiven. Forgiving others?

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Humble people learn that they've been forgiven, so who are they not to
forgive others?

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Are you quick to forgive others or do you hold grudges?

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Humble people are teachable. They don't react when they are corrected.

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When they are criticized, they listen, because humble people want to
grow.

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They are teachable. Humble people have a servant heart.

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They know that the purpose of life is not about themselves — it is serving
God, serving others.

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To love God is to love others. They are able to be happy when others are
blessed.

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Have you learned to be happy when others are blessed?

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Humble people are not judgmental. They don't focus on the mistakes of
others.

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Humble people learn to not judge others, because

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they themselves are full of failures and mistakes.

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Humble people have surrendered their rights. They know that in the final
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analysis, they don't have any rights. Everything is a privilege.

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Have you surrendered your rights, even the right to be right? Even the
right to explain?

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Even the right to be forgiven? Have you surrendered those rights? And
lastly, humble people

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are focused on God's glory. It's not their own glory.

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They are focused on giving honor to the Lord. Their agenda is God's
agenda.

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How are we doing in that area? Are you preoccupied with God's glory, or
are you preoccupied with

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your own glory, with your own image? Jesus invites us. In Matthew
11:28,29:

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Here's an amazing invitation. Those who are weary, heavy-laden,

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Jesus says come to Him. He gives you rest. But don't forget verse 29:

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Learn from Jesus! What can we learn about Jesus?

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Jesus describes Himself as gentle and humble.

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When you learn to be humble, you are most like Christ. And Jesus invites
you to come to Him.

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How do you come to him? Be humble. People who are learning

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to be humble, experience rest? People who are not humble are not rested.

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Because they're always trying to prove themselves. They are always

trying to impress others. They don't want to admit their mistakes.

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Rest is something that we all long for. Today, many people are not rested.

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The root problem of many of our toxic emotions is pride.

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And once we understand the solution is humility, the other toxic

emotions–

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will slowly go away. Because pride begets other

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negative emotions from anger anxiety, entitlement, et cetera.

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But if you learn to be gentle and be humble like Jesus, it is one of the most

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liberating truth you will ever experience. You don't have to prove
anything, you are secure in your relationship with

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God and you experience real restedness.

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Humility is the key. Be humble. Friends, I don't know about you; I need

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to remind myself, "Be humble, Peter. Always be humble."

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Humility is a choice. It's recognizing He alone is God. How do you practice
humility?

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Step one: admit before God that you are proud. Come to Him.

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And then recognize that He alone can transform your heart.

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Be honest before Him. Tell Him, "Lord, change my heart." Have you
surrendered your life to Jesus?

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Have you humbled yourself before God and said, "Lord, I need you"?

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Jesus invites you, come to Him. If God has spoken to you, why don't

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you pray this prayer with me, a prayer that will really transform your life.
Lord Jesus, I realize I've been a proud person.

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I realize I've never surrendered myself to You. I'm quick to judge people.
I'm quick to criticize people.

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Today, I humble myself before You. I admit I need You.

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I admit I'm a proud person. Jesus, forgive me. I embrace You today as my
Lord and my Savior.

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I realize You are the King of Kings. I surrender my all. I surrender my future
to You.

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Be my Savior. Be my Master. In Jesus' name, we pray.

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Amen. Here are the suggested discussions that you can do with your
family, with your dgroup. with your friends.

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God bless you!