05/31/2026
05-31-2026
Travis Sweet
The Way Of Humility
2 Chronicles 7:12-14)
A. Humility.
1. Humbleness of mind - thought process that we can control.
2. Lowliness of mind, not exalting ourselves (Ephesians 4:1-3, Colossians 3:12).
B. Humble.
1. To make oneself of low degree.
2. A choice for us to make (Romans 12:16, 1 Peter 5:5).
C. Opposite of pride especially false pride.
1. Building ourselves up in our own sight, looking down on others.
2. Proverbs 16:18.
D. Example of God's mercy and grace to those who show humility.
1. King Josiah (2 Chronicles 34:26-28).
2. God spared him seeing destruction of Judah, Jerusalem & the Temple.
I.
Parable of Pharisee and Publican (Luke 18:9-14).
A. Pharisees look upon themselves as only true faithful ones under the Law.
B. Luke 18:11-12. "God you are so fortunate to have me as your servant".
C. Publican - "evil" tax collector for Roman government.
1. Hated by his own people as a traitor to God and Israel.
2. What did he do? (vs. 13).
D. Who was justified before God? The publican (vs. 14).
II.
Jesus' disciples' problem with humility (Matthew 18:1-4).
A. Each wanted to be "boss" over all other servants, including apostles.
1. Viewed heavenly kingdom same as earthly kingdoms.
2. Jesus had to set them straight (18:4).
B. Matthew 23:9-12.
1. Men want religious titles for recognition: Father, rabbi, master, etc.
2. In religious sense we have only one Father - God. One eternal Master - Christ.
Ill.
Apostle Peter learned God's way (1 Peter 5:5-7).
A. All are to show humility in life, actions and thoughts.
B. To be truly exalted in God's sight we submit in humility to His will (1 Peter 5:6-7).
C. Micah 6:8.
IV.
Jesus is the greatest example of all (Philippians 2:5-11).
A. Have the mind (attitude) of Christ. Difficult for us but not impossible (Mark 10:27).
B. He gave up existence in Heaven as one of Godhead for us (Vs. 6-8).
C. Result of His perfect humility and submission to will of the Father? (Vs. 9-11).
Jesus set the perfect example of humility for all. He invites us to follow His lead.
(Matthew 11:28-30). Apostle Paul exemplified by his own death. Very shortly before his own ex*****on by beheading (2 Timothy 4:7-8).
What is our response to our Lord's call for humility?
