Sermons on 1 Corinthians 12:7-31:

What Is A "Charismatic"?

Contributed by Eric Hanson on Feb 7, 2008

This is actually a clear, instructive position paper which clears away some misconceptions and offers precise definitions. It is useful for personal study or study groups, in addition to Sunday messages.

WHAT DOES “CHARISMATIC” MEAN? Pastor Eric J. Hanson A Teaching Position Paper Initial disclaimer: The secular use of the word “charismatic” meaning “possessing great personal magnetism, able to attract and hold an audience or constituency”, etc, is a secular meaning which is derived second ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:8-10

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

There's A Problem With The Church

Contributed by Vera Hughes on Feb 20, 2008

Many of us got saved and born again and became a member of what is known as the “Body of Christ”. We come to church every Sunday and do not really understand our purpose in the Body of Christ. But to function properly and get the fullness out of this re

I Corinthians 12:12 – 14 (Everyone reads this together) For as the body is one, and hath many members, all the members of that one body being many, are one body; so also is Christ. For by one Spirit are we all baptized into one body, whether we be Jews or Gentiles, whether we be bond or ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-14

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

How The Holy Spirit Gifts Us Series

Contributed by Randy Hamel on Mar 3, 2008

Sermon looks at the unique way the Holy Spirit SHAPES us for ministry - through our gifts, heart, abilities, personality, experiences. (Acknowledgement - work of Rick Warren in this area)

o In his autobiography Billy Martin, a former New York Yankees baseball team coach, tells the story when he and his friend Mickey Mantle were going hunting o They stopped at a farm where Mickey Mantle happened to know the farmer, asking permission to hunt on his land o The farmer no problem, you ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-7

The Unity Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Jonathan Mcleod on Jun 15, 2009

The Holy Spirit has created unity in the body of Christ. It’s up to us to keep that unity!

[To receive free weekly sermons by email, please contact jonrmcleod@yahoo.com] THE BAPTISM OF THE SPIRIT “I [John the Baptist] baptize you with water for repentance. But after me will come one [Jesus] who is more powerful than I, whose sandals I am not fit to carry. He will baptize you with the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-13

Denomination: Baptist

The Trainer Series

Contributed by Todd Leupold on Jun 29, 2009

True life in the Holy Spirit means a life that is supernaturally empowered to live in this sin-infected world as weak people of flesh and yet victorious through the Spirit!

SERIES: PRESCRIPTIONS FOR A HEALTHY & HOLY CHURCH: A Study in 1 Corinthians Applied To The Church Today III. MAINTAINING PROPER DIET & EXERCISE D.) ROLES & EQUIPMENT (Source of Spiritual Gifts) “THE TRAINER” (1 Cor. 12:1-11) Rev. Todd G. Leupold, Perth Bible Church, June 21, 2009 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Options Menu Series

Contributed by Todd Leupold on Jun 29, 2009

Fleshing out what it means to be a local church in Christ made up of diverse individuals functioning with a unity of purpose.

SERIES: PRESCRIPTIONS FOR A HEALTHY & HOLY CHURCH: A Study in 1 Corinthians Applied To The Church Today III. MAINTAINING PROPER DIET & EXERCISE D.) ROLES & EQUIPMENT (Offices & Gifts) “THE OPTIONS MENU” (1 Cor. 12:12-31) Rev. Todd G. Leupold, Perth Bible Church, June 28, 2009 AM INTRODUCTION: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: Baptist

Generation Of Christian Leaders Riding Into Sunset Spark Reevaluation

Contributed by Frederick Meekins on Jul 2, 2009

With the passing of Jerry Falwell and D. James Kennedy along with the dissolution of the Center for Reclaiming America and the Center for Christian Statesmanship, the issue has arisen once again as to whether or not conservative Evangelicals should partic

With the passing of Jerry Falwell and D. James Kennedy along with the dissolution of the Center for Reclaiming America and the Center for Christian Statesmanship, the issue has arisen once again as to whether or not conservative Evangelicals should participate in political activity. Since things ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:28

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Body

Contributed by C Vincent on Jul 6, 2009

How the church is like a body with various functions

The Body Reading 1:1 Cor 12:12-27 Activity 1: Arrange the body parts The church likened to a body. Local and universal q Previous verses: gifts of the Spirit q Next verses: the ministry gifts The body sandwiched in between. Corinth a place where people were thinking they were better than ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Functioning Family Series

Contributed by Troy Horne on Mar 28, 2009

The importance of the various family members to use their spiritual gifts

1 Cor. 12.12-27 “Functioning Family” 1. In order for a family of God to be a functional family, first, we must find a family. We can’t be a part of the family of God at home by ourselves. We have to find a family, then, we join that family at events like worship when we gather together to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Denomination: Holiness

Maximum Satisfaction! God's ‘way To Go!' Series

Contributed by Jason Pettibone on Aug 28, 2009

Spirit-filled people live in the power of the Almighty and they are empowered people, though ordinary just like you and me. God and you can do amazing things!

Maximum Satisfaction! God’s ‘way to go!’ Just about every little boy dreams about being a super-hero. So do grown men, but we don’t talk about it! In my conversations with people, I love to listen for dreams, for clues about a person’s passion. In the fresh years of our youth, we are full of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:8-10

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Spiritual Gifts Vs Spiritual Responsibilites

Contributed by Joe Robbins on Aug 28, 2009

Some Christians are given gifts, but All Christians are to be responsible.

Spiritual Gifts vs Spiritual Responsibilities I Cor. 12:7-11,28 I. Some Christians are given . . . Divine Wisdom (v8) But all Believers are called . . To live wisely. Romans 16:19, Ephesians 5:15, Colossians 4:5 II. Some Christians are given . . . Extraordinary Faith ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:7-28

Denomination: Church Of God

Unity In The Body

Contributed by Jeff Budzinski on Mar 3, 2007

This morning as a church body, I want to challenge your thinking and faith as it relates to unity among the believer. It’s important to understand that the church is not a building. Church in the Bible never means “building.” It refers to groups of co

Introduction · This morning as a church body, I want to challenge your thinking and faith as it relates to unity among the believer. · It’s important to understand that the church is not a building. · Church in the Bible never means “building.” It refers to groups of committed Believers in any ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Unwrapping Your Spiritual Gift: "Survey Of The Spiritual Gifts”

Contributed by Nathan Parker on Mar 10, 2007

A survey of the Spiritual Gifts by Dr. Craig Price.

The Difference Between Talents & Spiritual Gifts Natural Talents Source: God through parents Possessed: From birth Process: Benefit mankind on natural level Function: To be dedicated by believers to God for His use and glory Spiritual Gifts Source: God through Holy Spirit independent of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31

Denomination: Baptist

Categories Of Gifts Series

Contributed by Bruce Willis on Mar 30, 2007

This is the introductory sermon in a series of ten on Motivational Spiritual Gifts which communicates the three categories of spiritual gifts in order to lay the foundation for communicating the characteristics of the 7 Motivational Spiritual Gifts.

In some respects the church today is like a football game. Bud Wilkinson, football coach of the Oklahoma Sooners before he joined the President’s Physical Fitness Program and later became a commentator for ABC, was asked, “What contribution does professional sports make to the physical fitness of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-7

Denomination: Baptist

How Good Are You At Gettin'? Series

Contributed by Chip Monck on Apr 4, 2007

Fifth in a series of teachings on the doctrine of the Holy Spirit. The Helper that Jesus said was to our "advantage" that He leave so that the Holy Spirit might come. This message explores the work of the Holy Spirit in giving spiritual gifts.

(This sermon began with an illustration where I shared frustrations over receiving a toaster for my birthday from my wife. . .which I didn’t actually receive. . .but provides illustrative points to how we handle the spiritual gifts we receive when the Holy Spirit enters our life.) Opening ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-11

Denomination: Wesleyan