Podcast
Pride
The Salt Company - Ames
November 7, 2024 · 34 min
Summary
Through Romans 12:3, the sermon teaches that pride—the belief the world revolves around us—poisons our lives and relationships. Humility, the antidote, is cultivated by embracing our own God-given gifts, encouraging others' gifts, and ultimately exalting Jesus as the humble shepherd king whose presence transforms our behavior.
Highlights
The essence of gospel humility is not thinking more of myself or thinking less of myself. It is thinking of myself less.
You're unique, not rare. You're one of one. That means you're the only one that can exercise your unique gifts in that unique way.
When the shepherd comes into view, sheep quickly forget their foolish rivalries. The shepherd's presence made all the difference in their behavior.