Tag: humility
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When Jesus washed Judas’ feet and set us an example (Growing Deeper with John 13:1-30)
It was the lead-up to his torture, crucifixion and death. The disciples were there, including Judas. He was preparing to betray Jesus to the authorities, and Jesus knew it. The Lord got down on his knees and washed their feet. He did it to set an example. What’s up is down, and what’s down is…
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![Seeking serious answers to serious questions [Sermon]](https://matthewruttan.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/sermon-graphics-gen-7.png?w=1024)
Seeking serious answers to serious questions [Sermon]
People are seeking serious answers to serious questions. There’s a temptation to downplay or trivialize these questions. But Jesus didn’t. This sermon explores John 12:20-26.
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Palms, frenzied crowds, and a King of sovereignty and humility (Growing Deeper with John 12:12-19)
Crowds can be funny… and dangerous. What is going on with waving palms, frenzied people, and a Savior on a foal? That’s that’s I explore in this Bible Study podcast on John 12:12-19 at the start of Holy Week.
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![The Endangered Recipe for Greatness [Sermon]](https://matthewruttan.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/sermon-sunday-titles-3-1.png?w=1024)
The Endangered Recipe for Greatness [Sermon]
Power, independence and control are in. Humility is out. But why? It’s endangered. It’s also the recipe for true greatness in God’s eyes. This sermon explores John 3:22-36 and offers three applications for our lives.
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“He must become greater; I must become less”—The Humility of John the Baptist (Growing Deeper with John 3:22-36)
John the Baptist was a radical, especially when contrasted with the me-first, look-at-me mantras of today. This episode is a Bibles Study on John 3:22-36 and the cardinal virtue: humility.
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![Count what truly counts [Sermon]](https://matthewruttan.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/sermon-sunday-titles-3.png?w=1024)
Count what truly counts [Sermon]
What is the difference between “the good life” and a great life? That’s what I explore in this sermon on Acts 20:13-38 and Paul’s farewell speech to the Ephesian elders. Yes, count your blessings; but count what truly counts.
