Sermons on Humility
Following Jesus’ Example
In John 13:1-17, we witness our Lord’s wonderful display of love and humility as Jesus washes the disciples’ feet. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches Jesus asks if the disciples understand what he has done, Jesus commands His disciples to do likewise, and Jesus promises a blessing for those who obey.
“Now before the Feast of the Passover, when Jesus knew that his hour…
Isaiah: Wait for the Lord
With Isaiah 40:31, we continue our survey of Bible books, focusing on the book of Isaiah and seeing a prophet who prophesies at a time in which Judah was failing in almost every way. Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the proud will fall, but the humble will rise; do not trust in idols, but trust in God always; and those who wait for the Lord will stand at last.
“But…
The Mindset of Humility
Philippians 2:5–8 describes for all believers the humility and obedience of our example Jesus Christ. Mr. Ben Bessett preaches the willingness to go, the willingness to become, and the willingness to suffer and die.
“And being found in human form, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to the point of death, even death on a cross.”
The Mindset of Unity
In Philippians 2:1–4, the apostle Paul uses Christ as our example of humility and concern for the church family. Mr. Ben Bessett asks whether our mindset reflects Christ, whether we show compassion for the church family, whether our words and actions disrupt unity within the church, and whether we can we become even more humble.
“Complete my joy by being of the same…
A Gathering of Loving, Humble, and United Believers
Romans 3:27–31 explains why Christians must not boast, but instead give all their praise to Christ. Listen as Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches the law of faith’s fruit of love, fruit of humility, and fruit of unity.
“Then what becomes of our boasting? It is excluded…. For we hold that one…
Christ—The Example of Self-Denial
Christians have the mind of Christ and are to take up their cross and follow Christ and deny themselves, as Christ took up his cross and denied himself. Listen as Mr. Ben Bessett preaches on Philippians 2:1–11 on self-denial in the mind, through the cross, for God’s own glory.
“And whoever does not take his cross and follow me is not worthy of me. Whoever finds his…
Motto Text Sermon (2022): The Call to the Presence of God
James 4:1-10 provides the path to the presence of God where holiness, peace and love abound. Listen as Pastor Paul van Engelenhoven preaches on the contrast between the adultery of worldliness and humility before God, drawing near to God in purity, and the promise of God’s presence in this 2022…
The Gospel of John (84): Serving Christ Worthily
In John 1:18-28, John the Baptist is the humble servant preparing the way for the Lord. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven proclaims humility is the pattern of God’s servants, the necessity of Christian service, and the joy of Christian life and service. “I am the voice of one crying out in the wilderness,…
The Humble King of Glory
Luke 2:1-20 presents the humble birth of Christ revealing the divine Majesty! Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven proclaims the approachable humility, the accessible majesty, and the welcoming invitation. “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with whom he is pleased!”
The Gospel of John (53): An Example to Follow
John 13:1-17 begins a summary of Jesus’ final teaching before his arrest, trial, and sacrifice on the cross. Rev. Paul van Engelenhoven explains a new direction, the remarkable love and humility of Jesus, and Jesus’ question for his disciples. “Make disciples of all nations… teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you.”
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