Playlist: God Gives Grace to the Humble (topic)
God Gives Grace to the Humble
Sermon by Martin G. CollinsGod resists the proud but gives grace to the humble (James 4:6, quoting Proverbs 3:34). True humility is inward, not a show of self-affliction or asceticism, and it combines realistic self-respect with sacrificial service, as Christ displayed when He washed the disciples' feet. Pride shuts the heart off from God because it does …
From Pride to Humility
Sermon by John O. ReidGod gives grace to the humble, a principle deeply rooted in His disdain for pride and self-sufficiency. In Isaiah 66:2, the Lord declares that while He has made all things and heaven is His throne, He looks with favor upon those who are poor and of a contrite spirit, trembling at His word. Such a heart, humble and obedient, is …
The Sovereignty of God (Part Nine)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughGod gives grace to the humble, a principle deeply woven into the fabric of our relationship with Him. As stated in James 4:6-8, He resists the proud but bestows grace upon the humble, drawing near to those who approach Him with a contrite spirit. This humility, essential for effective prayer, attracts His presence like a magnet, …
The Poor in Spirit
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughNothing that we could ever do could impress God, except for our contrition, acknowledgment of our infirmity, and remorse for our sins which displease God.
Unity (Part 7): Ephesians 4 (D)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughBecause of our lack of self-discipline and willingness to guard the truth, we have allowed our theological base to deteriorate under the persuasion of the world.
Faith (Part Seven)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughPride is a perverted comparison that elevates one above another. Because of its arrogant self-sufficiency, it hinders our faith. Faith depends on humility.
New Covenant Priesthood (Part Five)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughHumility is not low self esteem, but instead it is a proper estimate of our relationship to God, which is a choice to act and behave as a servant or slave.
Those Who Mourn
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughWorldly sorrow leads to death while godly sorrow leads to repentance and life. After godly repentance, sorrow is swallowed up in profound joy.
Psalms: Book Five: (Part Three): The Hallel: Psalms of Praise
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughBook Five of the Psalms, like the whole book ( Tehillim , "Songs of Praise"), is about praising God, with praise mounting toward the closing psalms. Psalm 145 is the only psalm titled a Tehillah , and Psalms 146 through 150 conclude with Hallelujah, climaxing in Psalm 150's commands to praise. Within Book Five, Psalms 113 …