Sermons on 1 Corintios 12:29:

The Gifts Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jul 27, 2003

The body is made up of many members, all of which are vital if the body is to function correctly. But test the gifts to see whether they exalt Jesus as Lord. Second, check whether their exercise is building up the body of Christ. And thirdly make sure you

I was listening to Di talking to our son Paul about his holiday around Europe the other day trying to piece together the conversation from what I could hear Di saying, but of course without being able to hear what he had to say. I’m sure you’ve done that from time to time, these days probably in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31

Denomination: Anglican

Being A Body Part

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 31, 2003

Learn about the Context, Motivation, and Operation of the gifts of the Spirit as we study this chapter. Learn the four keys to living life as a part of the body of Christ.

For an audio copy of this message go to: www.LivingWatersWeb.com Spiritual gifts probably causes more controversy among Christians today than almost any other topic. On both sides of the issue we have stereotypes – the wild-eyed charismatic who throws his hands out to heal people and they fall ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

The Purpose Of The Church- Service Series

Contributed by Jeffery Anselmi on Aug 1, 2003

Are we supposed to serve or be served?

INTRODUCTION As we have looked at the question “What is the Purpose of the Church, thus far we have identified three areas of that should be included in the purpose of the church, worship, fellowship, discipleship. Today I want to look at an area that a lot of churches struggle with. It is an ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8, 1 Corinthians 12:14-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Speaking In Tongues

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Mar 5, 2005

Part three of a three part series on praying in the spirit and tongues.

Speaking in tongues 1Co 12:27 Now ye are the body of Christ, and members in particular. 1Co 12:28 And God hath set some in the church, first apostles, secondarily prophets, thirdly teachers, after that miracles, then gifts of healings, helps, governments, diversities of tongues. 1Co 12:29 Are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:27-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Spiritual Gifts

Contributed by Lou Nicholes on Mar 28, 2005

For a third time, Paul stresses the fact that God, not man, assigned the gifts (vv. 18, 24, 28). God gives to each person and each congregation just the gifts it needs when they are needed. No individual believer possesses all the spiritual gifts. Each be

THOUGHTS ABOUT THE PASSAGE: This story was related by Donald Grey Barnhouse. Several years ago, two students graduated from the Chicago-Kent College of Law. The highest ranking student in the class was a blind man named Overton and, when he received his honor, he insisted that half the credit ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:27-31

Denomination: Baptist

The Ministry That Cares Series

Contributed by A. David Hart on Jan 13, 2007

From time to time we the people of God determines the clout of it’s members by the boards or ministries they are on.

THE MINISTRY THAT CARES 1 Corinthians 12: 24-31 From time to time we the people of God determines the clout of it’s members by the boards or ministries they are on. We revere our chairpersons and it meant something then to be a church officer. If you were a Deacon ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:24-31

Denomination: Baptist

Reconstructive Surgery On The Body Of Christ

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jan 22, 2007

I believe today the church is more divided than at any time since the day of Pentecost when she had her birth. This is a sickness, and the patient is close to terminal!

If I were allowed to be the one to make the choice of what the church, the entire body of Christ, should have as the main focus, I would choose surgery – reconstructive surgery to put the body back in a healing mode. I believe today the church is more divided than at any time since the day of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: United Methodist

Top Of The List?

Contributed by Brett Thomasson on Jan 24, 2007

Those wacky Corinthians!

I love the Corinthians. If they didn’t exist, I’d have to invent them. If there were no Corinthians, then every time I wanted to tell my church about one of our problems, I’d have to say it was one of our problems, rather than say, “Can you believe what those wacky Corinthians did this time?” This ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: Methodist

Anatomy 101

Contributed by Scott Carmer on Jan 25, 2007

The Apostle Paul addressed the proper and healthy functioning of the Body of Christ by talking about the three "D’s" - Design, Diversity, and Display.

Anatomy 101 I Corinthians 12:12-31a January 21, 2007 Our bodies are truly wonderful things, yet they can also be the source of some really gross smells, noises, and other stuff. I think that I have told you before that I spent seventeen days in the hospital at Mayo Clinic back in 1996. My time ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: Methodist

Spiritual Gifts: Body Works

Contributed by Peter Loughman on Oct 28, 2006

Focuses not on details of each spiritual gift, but how we don’t use our gifts, we simply live life as we always did.

Air Conditioner. The first house we owned was quite old and a lot of things didn’t work quite right.Our air conditioner broke every year. It would cool down the house then, become a heater heat it up, then cool it down. Not how an air conditioner should work. First year called the company who had ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Recipe For The Church

Contributed by Ron Murphy on Nov 9, 2006

This is a communion message, which included an object lesson of the importance of all the elements of a cake recipe. I actually mixed a cake as the message was delivered.

Introduction I. This morning we are going to celebrate “communion” II. Communion; my dictionary gives these definitions for the word, A. The sharing of intimate thoughts and feelings. B. The service of Christian worship at which bead and wine are consecrated and share, the Eucharist C. An ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: Methodist

The Art Of Body Building Series

Contributed by Darryl Klassen on May 1, 2007

The gifts of the Spirit are given for the common good not for our personal advancement. Paul shows us how the body of Christ is quite a literal expression.

THE ART OF BODY BUILDING Jesus is not here…in the flesh. His body is not here but his Spirit is here. We read in John 16 that Jesus had to go away; he had to return to his Father in heaven, so that his Spirit could come, so that his very person, the essence of his being could be with every ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: Mennonite

Thoughts On Church Membership

Contributed by Bill Towns on May 5, 2006

What is "church membership" all about? What does it mean? "Just who is a member?"

SERIES: GENERAL TITLE : THOUGHTS ON CHURCH MEMBERSHIP SCRIPTURE: 1 CORINTHIANS 12:12FF INTRODUCTION: Most of us, for the most part, do not like to be alone all the time. We like being a part of something. Whether that is a group activity or being where other people are, we like being a part of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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