Sermons on 1 Corinthians 12:8-12:

"It Isnt Puzzling"

Contributed by J. Douglas Duty Jr. on May 4, 2003

on the parts and pieces of Church life.

“It Isn’t Puzzling.” 1 Corinthians 12:4-31 In our scripture this morning we find one of the greatest examples of the church, that God would ever give us. It is so easy to understand and yet sometimes it is so hard to put into real practice. Today though I have an interactive exercise ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-31

Denomination: Baptist

Different, But The Same Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on May 16, 2003

This sermon stresses the importance of finding our spiritual gifts and putting them to use.

1 Corinthians Different, but the Same 1 Corinthians 12:1-11 May 18, 2003 Intro: A. [Fair Exchanges] The husband’s idea of a gift exchange: His gift is a new set of golf clubs. Her gift is a new pair of dishwashing gloves. The wife’s idea of a gift exchange: His gift is a new snow shovel. Her ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Gift Of Faith Series

Contributed by Rodney Buchanan on May 18, 2003

In order to grow in faith you need to have the right concept of 1. God 2. The World 3. Yourself.

There were many dramatic answers to prayer in the recent war with Iraq. The short duration of the conflict, the relatively few lives lost, the recovery of many of our POW’s, and many more things of which we are not even aware. I watched the interview with two helicopter pilots who were shot down ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:1-6, 1 Corinthians 12:9-10, Acts 3:1-10

Denomination: Methodist

Who? Me? A Disciple? Spiritual Gifts Series

Contributed by C. Scott Ghan on May 19, 2003

3rd sermon in series Who? Me? A disciple? The primary purpose of this teaching message is to describe the function of the nine spiritual gifts of 1 Cor 12

TITLE: Who? Me? A Disciple? Spiritual Gifts 051903a TEXT: 1 Corinthians 12:7-11 Now to each one the manifestation of the Spirit is given for the common good. 8) To one there is given through the Spirit the message of wisdom, to another the message of knowledge by means of the same Spirit, 9) to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:7-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Nobody Is A Nobody In The Body Of Christ Series

Contributed by A. Todd Coget on May 23, 2003

The purpose of the sermon is to inspire people to use their spiritual gifts in service to one another.

1 Corinthians Nobody is a Nobody in the Body of Christ 1 Corinthians 12:12-31 May 25, 2003 Intro: A. [illustration] Imagine the Master Carpenter’s tools holding a conference: Brother Hammer presides, but several suggest he leave the meeting because he is too noisy. Brother Hammer replies, “If I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Christian Approach To Jehovah`s Witnesses

Contributed by Eric Sellgren on Nov 19, 2001

WHAT TO DO WHEN THEY STAND AT YOUR DOOR

In 1973 there were 67,500 Jehovah`s Witnesses in Britain. In the year 2,000 there were 126,000 of them, an 87% increase in 27 years. America has seen a similar rise in their numbers to nearly a million last year. The Christian Church needs to be aware that this sect, recovering from the failure of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11, Acts 1:7-8

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

How Does Your Christianity Taste?

Contributed by Marcus Naugler on Nov 21, 2001

In a culture that questions the very foundation of our belief in Christ, we are still called to be the "salt of the earth" to the culture in which we live.

How Does Your Christianity Taste? Marc Naugler Children’s sermon: Mr. Hershey of Hershey Chocolate Corporation never wanted to advertise his chocolates because he wanted people to come back for his wares because they liked his chocolate for its taste, not it’s looks. Myth - “I am not as good at ...read more

Scripture: Colossians 2:23-24, 1 Corinthians 12:4-11

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Gifts Have A Purpose

Contributed by Brian La Croix on Dec 5, 2001

An encouragement to look to the Gifts of God in service to others.

Gifts Have a Purpose Eph. 2:1-10; I Cor. 12:4-11 I. Introduction Well, I hope you all had a very Merry Christmas yesterday. My family and I spent the day at home, later going to another family member to spend the rest of the day. I would like to take this opportunity to thank you on behalf of ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:1-10, 1 Corinthians 12:4-11

Denomination: Wesleyan

Going Out On A Limb

Contributed by Christopher Roberts on Dec 11, 2001

Joshua dared to be a great leader for God. The crossing of the Jordan teaches very relevant advice on how we can also go out on a limb for Jesus. And there is joy in daring to pursue your call.

Please e-mail me with any comments or if you use any part of this at your church at Mail4ChrisR@aol.com. I would love to hear about it. God Bless! - Chris Consider this: Walt Disney was fired by a newspaper editor for lack of ideas. Walt also went bankrupt several times before he built ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 3:1-17, 1 Corinthians 12:12-15

Denomination: Methodist

Are You Puzzled Yet?

Contributed by Dewayne Gamez on Dec 16, 2001

We are all a vital piece of the picture.

Are You Puzzled Yet? I Cor 12: 12-30 Good morning to all! I am so glad to be here with you all today on this blessed day! This morning, I would like to talk to you with regard to the word “Church.” There are a lot of people that would define the word as a building that a group of people gather. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-30

What Does God Want Series

Contributed by Dan Steadman on Jun 11, 2004

The gifts give an indication of what God has in mind for you.

1 Cor 12:1,4-20 WHAT DOES GOD WANT? 6/6/04S&C What does God want? Have you ever wondered? I remember agonizing in prayer one day, and suddenly God appeared in the clouds. I remember it well. It was a blazing sunny day—the only sunny day of my childhood. He spoke to me directly, and told me in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Miraculous Gifts Of The Holy Spirit Series

Contributed by Scott Coltrain on Jul 20, 2004

This is an overview of the miraculous gifts of the Holy Spirit, examining their origin, purpose and activity in the infant Church.

The New Testament records that Jesus and members of the early Church performed miraculous works. These miraculous deeds produce awe and wonder in us as we read of them. These miracles also produce questions within us, such as: How were they performed? Why were they performed? Did all the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Spiritual Gifts

Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Jul 5, 2003

God desires for man to be reconciled back to a right relationship with Him. He has provided the church with everything it needs to accomplish the mission of reconciliation and has given us “Spiritual Gifts” for this purpose.

“Spiritual Gifts” 1st Corinthians 12:1-11 God desires for man to be reconciled back to a right relationship with Him. He has provided the church with everything it needs to accomplish the mission of reconciliation and has given us “Spiritual Gifts” for this purpose. We has the body of Christ ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-11

Denomination: Apostolic

You Are Somebody Special In The Body Of Christ

Contributed by Charles Mccall on Jul 6, 2003

If you are a believer in Christ, you are somebody special in the body of Christ.

I Corinthians 12:1-13 Topic: If you are a believer in Christ, you are somebody special in the body of Christ If you are a believer in the Lord Jesus Christ, you are somebody special in the body of Christ. It does not matter if you are young or old; if you are a believer in the Lord Jesus ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-13

Denomination: Baptist

What The Body Of Christ Needs

Contributed by Jerry Flury on Jul 11, 2003

Using the metaphor of a body, I believe that for this church to function properly as Christ would have it function, as well as each us individually, there are certain body parts that ALL of us must possess.

WHAT THE BODY OF CHRIST NEEDS I CORINTHIANS 12:12-18 INTRODUCTION: Throughout the New Testament the church is likened to a physical body made up of many members each functioning in a different capacity but all being part of the same unity and working together for the proper functioning and benefit ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-18

Denomination: Baptist