Exalting Yourself

The sermon addresses the universal sin of self-exaltation, arguing that both saved and unsaved individuals are susceptible to pride. By examining the teachings of Christ in Matthew 23, Luke 14, and Luke 18, the message highlights how the Pharisees' desire for titles and preeminence contrasts with the call to humility. The preacher connects pride to the character of Satan, citing the kings of Babylon, Tyre, and Egypt as examples of how self-aggrandizement links human behavior to demonic traits. The text warns that self-exaltation inevitably leads to shame and abasement, as illustrated by the parable of the wedding feast and the story of Haman. Ultimately, the sermon urges believers to adopt the mind of Christ, who humbled Himself, and to leave the act of exaltation to God, who resists the proud but gives grace to the humble.