Sermons on 1 Corintios 12:25:

Putting The Body Together (Pastor Jose Jr.)

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Feb 21, 2007

The gifts of the Holy Spirit have a context. There are boundaries and limitations that they have based on the love walk of a Christian. Find out how to maximize your gifts by tapping into the power of love and a deep relationship with the Holy Spirit.

Putting the Body Together 1 Cor 12 1 And now, dear brothers and sisters, F60 I will write about the special abilities the Holy Spirit gives to each of us, for I must correct your misunderstandings about them. 2 You know that when you were still pagans you were led astray and swept along in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31

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

Love In Large Denominations

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Jun 25, 2006

We have ’Free Church Homecoming’ - an ecumenical service once a year. This sermon is an encouragement to go and to be the church universal, not just a congregation.

I have a confession to make. I have not been looking forward to Free Church as I ought. I remember when I attended my first one eight years ago, I looked forward to it. But nowadays, sometimes it seems like it’s getting just a little bit old. It’s tempting to say that the idea has had its day and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: Baptist

Diversity In Unity

Contributed by Gary Birch on Jul 14, 2006

The Church is known as Christ’s body, but as in the body we are many parts, each with different roles and abilities. We need to celebrate our differences while keeping hold of the One who is central to us all.

(Note: English Preacher in an American Church!!) Peanuts by Charles Schultz: Lucy demanded that Linus change the channel on the TV, threatening him with her fist if he didn’t comply. “What makes you think you can walk in here and take over?” asks Linus. “These five fingers,” says Lucy. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-30

Grasping Your Value Series

Contributed by Terry Laughlin on May 28, 2007

God’s heart desire is that we not be ignorant about spiritual gifts (1 Corinthians 12 :1) and He longs for everyone to be an active member in the “Great Commission.”

Turn your Bibles to 1 Corinthians 12:12-31 Title: Grasping Your Value Theme: Exercising True Church Membership Series: Essentials for Church Growth Introduction: The passages of Scripture I am about to read is one of the most meaningful descriptions of the church of Jesus Christ. Therefore ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Unpack Your Bag Series

Contributed by Roy Probus on Dec 27, 2007

We have all been packed by God for a specific function, what is yours?

Survival Game.... (15-20 min) As we compare your answers to the experts, how much more does the importance of what you pack for a trip mean to you. This exercise helped us to understand the important uses for everyday household items. Most of those supplies can be found around your house, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Denomination: United Methodist

One Head, One Body, Many Parts Series

Contributed by David Owens on Jul 16, 2008

As Paul continues to address the problems in the church at Corinth, he now turns to the issue of spiritual gifts and how the church is supposed to function like a human body.

Introduction: A. Many of you know how much I love the Peanuts comic strip. 1. In one of the strips, Snoopy, the lovable beagle, was pictured with his left leg broken. 2. Snoopy philosophized about his plight one day while perched on top of his doghouse. 3. He thought, “My body blames my foot for ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31, 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Room At The Table Series

Contributed by Brian Matherlee on Jul 29, 2008

A message on servanthood.

ROOM AT THE TABLE Sunday, July 13, 2008 Pastor Brian Matherlee Main point: It takes people to reach people. Illustration: Drop leaf table with the leaves down to begin with. • Everybody loves a party. Last night my family was together and the activity and conversation around the table was ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Denomination: Wesleyan

You Are The Body Of Christ Part 1

Contributed by Gene Gregory on Jul 24, 2007

Examines the importance of each believer in the church.

YOU ARE THE BODY OF CHRIST, Part 1 In the past month we have examined a number of ways the Bible describes you and me. The Bible describes us as disciples of Jesus Christ. We are soldiers in the army of God. We are perfume bottles, carrying the sweet fragrance of the knowledge of Jesus Christ. ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-27

Denomination: Baptist

Gift Oriented Ministry Series

Contributed by Michael Allen on Jul 30, 2007

Part of a series focussing on the categories in the Natural Church Development tool

There is a new advert on the TV for a BT service plan and it shows a restaurant kitchen going to pieces with food not being prepared properly, shoddily cooked and scruffily presented; there is a fire on the hob that no one is dealing with and the voice over man says something like “do what you are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31

Denomination: Holiness

Dirty Jobs

Contributed by Ryan Akers on Aug 14, 2007

There are many people who work hard so that you and i can have the luxuries that we do. We never see these people but without them we would suffer. The same can be said in the church. Many of us don’t realize that if we don’t use our gifts for God even if

Dirty Jobs Pastor Ryan Akers Me- I Corinthians 12:12-26 Have you ever wondered how things were made? Have you ever walked up and down the aisle while your shopping and thought, “I wonder how many people this item went through before it ended up in my shopping cart?” We don’t think about things ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-26

Denomination: Wesleyan

Home Sweet Home

Contributed by Jeff Pearce on Aug 20, 2007

the body of christ

HOME SWEET HOME INTRO: THE REASON FOR CHURCH 1: ALL FOR ONE, ONE FOR ALL A) 1 COR 12:26 ONE MEMBER SUFFERS ALL SUFFER B) ONE MEMBER IS HONOURED ALL REJOICE POINT: ONE THAT DIED FOR ALL, AND ALL ARE PART OF THE ONE WHO DIED, THIS MAKES IT ONE FOR ALL AND ALL FOR ONE. 2: 1 COR 12:27 A) THE SPIRIT IS ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:7-27

Denomination: Other

Stagnant Bottoms And Puzzle Pieces

Contributed by Sheila Crowe on Apr 14, 2009

paul at corinth

Bishop Lindsey Davis, our bishop of the North Georgia Conference, is an avid golfer, so much so that when we went to Augusta for the North Ga Conference they gave him a green jacket – I’m not sure why – I’m kidding I do know the significance of a green jacket in Augusta. Anyway, Bishop Davis likes ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Denomination: United Methodist

Discover Your Spiritual Gifts Series

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Apr 22, 2009

Many people within the church have always confused ’Fruit of the Spirit’ with the ’Gifts of the Holy Spirit’ and talents with giftings. Gifts of the Spirit are special abilities provided by the Holy Spirit to Christians for God’s glory and building up the

Opening illustration: You mail an expensive & wonderful gift to someone you love & adore but returns at your doorstep all soggy and wet ~ that’s what the contemporary church has been doing with God’s gift of the Holy Spirit. Introduction: Many people within the church have always confused ’Fruit ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

#4the Gifts That God Gives(Spiritual)

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jan 4, 2008

This is part 4 of a 4 part series, the GIFTS THAT GOD GIVES. We focus here on the spiritual gifts!

#4 The gifts that God gives! (Spiritual) By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com GOOD NEWS YOU CAN USE IF YOU CHOOSE! 1. Nothing is as bad as it first appears. 2. The Bible will still have all the answers. 3. Prayer will still work. 4. Don’t sweat the small stuff, by the way, everything is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31

Denomination: Assembly Of God