Nicht von dieser Welt (Teil 6) - Stolz vs. Demut

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Pastor Irmi Tomaschek explains why saying 'I'm proud of you' can be good, but biblical pride means wanting to rise above God.

This episode is a sermon from the 'Not of This World' series by Pastor Irmi Tomaschek of Kirche 365 Mühldorf. It begins with introductory remarks, including a prayer for local elections and gratitude for the church community. The pastor then transitions into the main topic, pride versus humility, referencing Romans 12:2 as a key verse. She distinguishes between good pride as acknowledgment and biblical pride as high courage, which involves elevating oneself above others or God. The sermon delves into biblical examples, such as Lucifer's fall from angel to devil due to pride, as described in Isaiah 14:13-15, and Adam and Eve's temptation to be like God. A detailed contrast is drawn between pride and humility, listing characteristics like pride being impatient and humility being patient, or pride seeking recognition while humility focuses on Jesus. The pastor shares a personal anecdote about growing up with false humility, where she felt worthless, and explains how she learned to recognize Christ living in her. She cites C.S. Lewis's definition of humility as thinking less of oneself, not thinking less of oneself. The sermon emphasizes the need for daily dependence on God, reading the Bible, and letting the Holy Spirit guide. It concludes with a discussion on how humility brings Jesus into the world, urging listeners to stay sensitive to global issues and act as God's hands and feet. The episode ends with a prayer for confession and an invitation to accept Jesus as Lord, along with practical information about supporting the church.

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