Sermons on 1 Corinthians 12:1-8:

Empowered To Serve Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Sep 23, 2022

Don’t be ignorant about your spiritual gift(s). Rather, appreciate the sure manifestations of the Spirit, the single source and purpose of your spiritual gifts, and the assortment of spiritual gifts God gives to the church.

When it comes to computers, some people hardly know a gigabyte from a mosquito bite. Just ask any technical support person at any of the major computer companies. Here are some of their stories: One computer company considered changing the command "Press Any Key" to "Press Return ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11, Matthew 16:15-17

Denomination: Evangelical Free

God's Gifts To The Church Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Sep 25, 2022

Paul corrects the Corinthians' preoccupation with the gifts and draws them back to God's intent, highlighting the nature, the Giver, the purpose and the diversity of the gifts.

1 Cor 12:1-11 God’s Gifts to the Church When the church comes together, God blesses us with gifts to serve Him. • It is however very easy for us to end up boasting about them as if they are our achievements. • On the flip side, some think that they do not have any gifts and so they sit on the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11, 1 Peter 4:10-11, Ephesians 4:7-16, Romans 12:6-8

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Faith In Action: "When The Spirit Takes Over”

Contributed by Imelda Mesa on Sep 27, 2022

My success and your success depend on how much you and I let the Holy Spirit take the reign of our lives. When the Holy Spirit takes over, He changes everything. Nothing stays the same.

Last week was a challenge; today is encouragement. This year, you will face tons of mountain-like challenges, and you will be tempted to draw strength and strategies on your human force and intellect, and social connection that are readily available at your disposal. But it's an encouragement ...read more

Scripture: Zechariah 4:6-10, Ezra 3:2-8, 1 Corinthians 12:7-10, John 18:37

Denomination: Foursquare

The Gifts Of The Holy Spirit – The Gifts Of Power

Contributed by Imelda Mesa on Sep 27, 2022

when we think of power in the context of God, we think of God's nature, character, and abilities to make the impossible possible, to make great things greater and grander. When we think of God's power, we think of the acts of God!

In a natural sense, when we think of power, we think of explosives; we think of something that can break a hard wall into tiny pieces. When we think of power, we think of natural abilities to create or influence something, either good or bad. But, when we think of power in the context of God, we ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:7-10

Denomination: Foursquare

The Gifts Of The Holy Spirit – The Gifts Of Revelation

Contributed by Imelda Mesa on Sep 27, 2022

Some of us are over baggaged in this life. We have so many stuffs that we carry. God’s spiritual gifts can remove baggages He did not want us to carry because He already did!

Good morning and welcome! ‘It’s wonderful to be seating in God’s presence with you this morning. If you have gone on a long drive and have taken advantage of the long weekend (Queen’s birthday) here in Sydney, please take care and drive back safe. Wherever you are, let’s focus our eyes on Jesus. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-10

Denomination: Foursquare

Forgiving Sins Is Also A Spiritual Gift Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on May 25, 2023

Our biggest problem can be fixed by repentance and confession. We can be healed through this charism of the Church.

Pentecost Sunday 2023 Today’s first reading from the Acts of the Apostles is so striking, with its description of the Holy Spirit’s descent in the form of fire, and the resulting prayer in tongues, that it tends to overwhelm the rest of the Scriptures. So let’s look at today’s psalm 104 to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:3-13, John 20:19-23, Acts 2:1-11

Denomination: Catholic

The Every Member Ministry Church Of Corinth Lesson 6 Series

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Jul 7, 2023

A spiritual gift is given to each of us.

A. INTRODUCTION: EMPHASIS - EVERY BELIEVER HAS A SPIRITUAL GIFT FOR MINISTRY “A spiritual gift is given to each of us” (1 Cor. 12:7). 1. Definition: A spiritual gift is divine enablement given to each believer to serve the Lord. 2. Basic teaching: a. All believers have a multitude of gifts ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:7, 1 Corinthians 12:31, Ephesians 4:9-11

Denomination: Baptist

Commissioned For Kingdom Impact Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Feb 27, 2024

In Mark 16:15-18, we are presented with the Great Commission, a divine mandate given by our Lord Jesus Christ Himself.

Commissioned for Kingdom Impact Mark 16:15-18 Introduction: Today we delve into a passage that encapsulates the heart of our calling as followers of Christ. In Mark 16:15-18, we are presented with the Great Commission, a divine mandate given by our Lord Jesus Christ Himself. As we explore this ...read more

Scripture: Mark 16:15-18, Matthew 28:19-20, Acts 1:8, Acts 4:29-30, 1 Corinthians 12:7-11, James 5:14-15, Psalm 103:2-3  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

One Spirit Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Mar 2, 2024

In this seven-week series, we explore the seven "ones" of Ephesians 4 and how they can help us experience the unity of the Spirit in the bonds of peace! Week two: One Spirit.

ONE: The Unity of the Spirit (2) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 1/14/2018 Years ago, Leslie Flynn penned a book titled Great Church Fights. In it, he tells the story of a young father who heard a commotion out in his backyard, he looked outside and saw his daughter and ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:9, 1 Corinthians 12:4

Denomination: Christian Church

Recognizing The Work Of The Holy Spirit In A Person. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 10, 2024

The Holy Spirit is the third person of the Trinity, who dwells in the hearts of believers, guiding, empowering, and transforming them.

Holy Spirit is the Sanctifier, the Helper, Comforter, the Giver of graces, he who leads persons to the Father and the Son. The Holy Spirit is credited with inspiring believers and allowing for them to interpret all the sacred scripture, and leads prophets both in Old Testament and New ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-7, John 16:8-11, Acts 1:8, Galatians 5:22-23, Romans 8:16  (view more)  (view less)

Recognizing The Signs Of Demonic Dominance And The Grip Of Evil Spirits. Series

Contributed by Shaila Touchton on Mar 10, 2024

We can confidently affirm that the Holy Spirit is a divine being because He possesses the attributes of personhood, including a mind, emotions, and a will.

As Christians, we are aware of the spiritual realm and its influence on our lives. However, sometimes we may fail to recognize the subtle signs of demonic dominance in ourselves or others. Scripture reveals that the Holy Spirit thinks and knows (1 Corinthians 2:10), can be grieved (Ephesians 4:30), ...read more

Scripture: Luke 11:24-26, Galatians 5:22-23, 1 Corinthians 12:7-11, Matthew 12:43-45

Receiving The Spirit And Gifts Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Dec 12, 2023

Session 1: This introduction to "spiritual gifts" discusses the promise of the Holy Spirit, how and when we receive the Spirit, the meaning of being filled with the Spirit, and the reason why spiritual gifts are given to believers.

Tonight, we will begin our study on spiritual gifts. Most of us are familiar with Matthew 28:19-20, in which Jesus gave His disciples the Great Commission to “go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, ...read more

Scripture: John 16:5-15, John 3:1-6, Acts 2:1-8, 1 Corinthians 12:7-11, 1 Corinthians 14:12  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Baptist

The Spirit-Filled Life (Part 3) Series

Contributed by Scott Bayles on Jan 13, 2024

This sermon explores the gifts of the Holy Spirit, including the plethora of gift, the problem with gifts, and the purpose for gifts.

The Spirit-filled Life (3) Scott Bayles, pastor Blooming Grove Christian Church: 6/4/2017 A couple weeks ago we began a series all about who the Holy Spirit is and what he is anxious to do in our lives. I hope this series will help all of us reverse our tragic neglect of the Holy Spirit and begin ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4, Romans 12:6-8, 1 Peter 4:10

Denomination: Christian Church

Explanation Of Spiritual Gifts Series

Contributed by D. Dewaine Phillips on Jan 29, 2024

Session 3: This upload, which is a supplement to Session 2, contains an explanation of all the spiritual gifts, along with examples of where each gift can be used in the life of the church.

The Gift of Administration (Exodus 18:20-22) The Holy Spirit enables some of us to motivate, direct and inspire God's people in such a way that they voluntarily and harmoniously work together to do the Church's work effectively. To exercise the gift of administration is to assume oversight ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:6-8, 1 Corinthians 12:7-10, 1 Corinthians 12:28, Ephesians 4:11-13

Denomination: Baptist

A Place Holder Series

Contributed by Steve Ely on Dec 7, 2022

An unlocked door can keep you out if you don’t know it is unlocked. What did Jesus unlock for us?

Unlocked Pt. 3 - A Place Holder I. Introduction If you don't believe an unlocked door is just as strong and restrictive as a locked door if you don’t know that the door is unlocked, then all you need to do is google bank robbery failures. Watch footage of stupid criminals who push a door open ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:6, 1 Corinthians 12:4, 1 Corinthians 12:7, 1 Corinthians 12:11, 1 Corinthians 12:18  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal