Sermons on Functioning:

Direction

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Jul 12, 2004

Every church needs direction, a vision that kees us from coming unglued. We find that direction in the five functions of a New Testament Church

THE WINDOW Bible-Teaching Ministry of CEDAR LODGE BAPTIST CHURCH Thomasville, NC a fellowship of faith, family and friendships Dr. Russell Brownworth, pastor July 11, 2004 Allow me to take your mind back 4 ½ years ago. Some (many) of you were sitting in the fellowship hall. Questions were ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 29:18

Denomination: United Methodist

What Is The Church? Series

Contributed by Stephen Sheane on Sep 8, 2009

Jesus said He would build His church. What did he say about it’s foundation, function, fruit and future?

WHAT IS THE CHURCH? A man bought a new hunting dog. Eager to see how he would perform, he took him out to track a bear. No sooner had they gotten into the woods than the dog picked up the trail. Suddenly he stopped, sniffed the ground, and headed in a new direction. The inexperienced dag had ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-19

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Emotional Life

Contributed by Dave Workman on Apr 26, 2011

So oftentimes, emotions function like the lights on our dashboard. When the engine light comes on, something needs to be paid attention to.

Today I want to talk about our emotional life. Maybe this is an area for you that seems out-of-control for you. Or perhaps the opposite: you feel a bit dead, almost feeling-less. Recently Time magazine even ran an article about how to handle your emotions during tough economic times. I’m ...read more

Scripture: John 11:32-35

Denomination: Vineyard

Playing On God's Team

Contributed by Rodney V Johnson on Sep 16, 2023

This message is about spiritual football. I used the analogy of American football to explain what it means to be a functional member of God's team.

Playing On God’s Team Scripture: First Corinthians 12:14, 18; 27-28; Jeremiah 15:16 The title of my message this morning is “Playing on God’s Team.” As many of you are aware, Fall is upon us and with the coming of Fall football season is back in action. I got the opportunity to go to one of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:14-28, Jeremiah 15:16, 2 Timothy 3:16-17

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Telling The Truth From A Lie Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 1, 2019

There are those today, both outside, and unfortunately, inside the church, that are functioning like computer viruses. Through false teaching and unbiblical belief they are destroying the church.

TELLING TRUTH FROM A LIE Text: 1 John 2:18-27 Introduction 1. Illustration: I remember hearing about computer viruses. Could a computer catch a germ? I then learned that computer viruses were often malicious programs, developed by evil-doers, to destroy computers. They are often downloaded ...read more

Scripture: 1 John 2:18-27

Denomination: Methodist

The Church Of The New Testament - Part 7d Series

Contributed by Sam Mccormick on Feb 27, 2018

Part 7D is a continuation of the functions we observe in the church in its infancy, and corresponding gifts that enable and empower the functionaries to perform in their various roles.

This 13-part series of classes has been many years in the making. About 25 years ago I began in earnest to examine the features, character and characteristics of the church as it existed in its earliest years. As I sometimes do, I kept my notes all along the way, and this series of classes is to a ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 3:4-5, 1 Thessalonians 5:12-13, 1 Timothy 5:3-16

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Matters Of The Spirit Series

Contributed by David Welch on May 29, 2018

Message 32 in our exposition of 1 Corinthians. This message explores another questions posed by the Corinthians regarding matters of the Spirit and the function of spiritual gifts.

Chico Alliance Church Pastor David Welch “The Matters of the Spirit: the Giver” I Corinthians 12:1-11 Review I. Reproof for fleshly behavior 1-6 II. Responses to specific inquiries A. Concerning marriage 7 B. Concerning voluntary limitation of Christian liberty 8-11:1 C. Concerning ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

The Law Of Compensation And The Body Of Christ

Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Aug 15, 2024

This sermon explores what the law of compensation means, how it operates in our lives, and how it is intricately tied to the spiritual unity and functioning of the Body of Christ.

Today, I want to delve into a profound spiritual principle that we can find in the law of compensation and its deep connection to the Body of Christ. The law reflects the divine system of justice, balance, and reciprocity that governs the universe. In essence, the law of compensation suggests ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 6:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Go! And… Be One Body In Christ - Romans 12:4–5 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Aug 26, 2025

Paul, in his letter to the Romans, paints a powerful picture: the Church is like a body. Many parts, many functions, one purpose. And if one part goes rogue, the whole suffers.

Go! And… Be One Body in Christ - Romans 12:4–5 Romans 12:4–5 (NLT): “Just as our bodies have many parts and each part has a special function, so it is with Christ’s body. We are many parts of one body, and we all belong to each other.” Introduction – The Beauty and Challenge of ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:4-5, 1 Corinthians 12:12-14, Ephesians 4:11-13, 1 Peter 3:18, Colossians 3:13-15, Romans 10:9, Ephesians 2:1  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Father's Day Message

Contributed by John Phillips Jr on Jun 26, 2006

Christian fatherhood is an important part of God’s plan and design the family. Paul writes that there are three important functions that Christian fathers must carry out.

Father’s Day Message Eph. 6:1-4 Well, today is Father’s Day and it is right that we should stop and honor Father’s. It is important that we take time to speak on the significance of fatherhood not only on special occasions like today, but as a matter of course because role of the father is being ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 6:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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

How To Have A Winning Attitude! Part Ii Series

Contributed by Tony Searles on Feb 23, 2004

The ATTITUDE ADJUSTMENT continues as we consider the FUNCTION of our attitudes as Paul describes it in Philippians 4. We need to demonstrate a healthy attitude in practical ways.

?How To Have A Winning Attitude!? Part II ?[4] Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice! [5] Let your forbearing spirit be known to all men. The Lord is near. [6] Be anxious for nothing, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4-9, 1 Corinthians 9:12

Denomination: Other

The Measure Of A Strong Church

Contributed by Daniel Austin on Dec 23, 2009

Such is “The Measure Of A Strong Church”, one that Functions like a BODY; Loves like a FAMILY; Praises like a TEMPLE; Submits like a KINGDOM; Is pure as a BRIDE

THE MEASURE OF A STRONG CHURCH 01/08/06 AM Introduction 1. The practice of assembling with a church is important - Hebrews 10:24-25 a. Naturally, we hope the congregation we assemble with is a strong one b. But such may not always be the case 1) In NT times, there were many good congregations 2) ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:24-25

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Soldier Of Christ In Service

Contributed by William R. Nabaza on Aug 10, 2014

To show that we need to do our soldier function here on earth, not to be entangled again with the affairs of this world, and to satisfy and please our LORD JESUS CHRIST.

I. EXORDIUM: Are you a soldier of CHRIST? II. AUDIENCE PROFILE: Believers III. OBJECTIVES: To show that we need to do our soldier function here on earth, not to be entangled again with the affairs of this world, and to satisfy and please our LORD JESUS CHRIST. IV. TEXT: 2 Timothy 2:4 ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:4

Denomination: Pentecostal

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