Sermons on Hidden Gifts:

Romans 12:4-5 - Part 3 Series

Contributed by Stephen Belokur on May 10, 2018

In Romans 12:4-5 we saw that we are all interconnected members of the Body of Christ. In verses 6-8 we see that members of the body receive gifts in order to use them to meet the needs of others. Both the gifted and the receiver must be present for this.

Please stand as we read or recite our memory Scripture for this quarter ... Romans 12:4-5 “Just as each of us has one body with many members, and these members do not all have the same function, so in Christ we who are many form one body, and each member belongs to all the others.” ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:1-8

Denomination: Nazarene

Fathers Day Blessing (Short) Series

Contributed by William Akehurst on Jun 20, 2020

FATHERS DAY BLESSING FROM our HEAVENLY FATHER •A father blesses his children and gives good gifts. •How much more our HEAVENLY FATHER blesses us, places HIS NAME upon us, and gives us the gift of the HOLY SPIRIT.

2020.06.21.Sermon.Father’s day_THE FATHER’s Blessing for Father’s Day William Akehurst, HSWC Key Points: •A father blesses his children and gives good gifts. •How much more our HEAVENLY FATHER blesses us, places HIS NAME upon us, and gives us the gift of the HOLY SPIRIT. •Our HEAVENLY FATHER has ...read more

Scripture: Numbers 6:22-27, Matthew 7:11, Luke 11:13, 1 Peter 2:9, Genesis 48:20, John 1:12-13, Ruth 4:11  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Lesson 32. In Physical Needs (James 5:14-15) Series

Contributed by John Lowe on Apr 3, 2021

I will attempt to show from 1 Corinthians 12:9[1] and 28[2] and Galatians 3:5[3] that gifts of healings were intended for the church in Paul’s day and our day. However, the New Testament does not talk about THE gift of healing.

Lesson Text – James 5:14-15 (NKJV) 14. Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord. 15. And the prayer of faith will save the sick, and the Lord will raise him up. And if he has committed sins, he ...read more

Scripture: James 5:14-15

Denomination: Baptist

Work Out Your Salvation With Fear And Trembling

Contributed by Wilson Oshorakpor on Jun 17, 2022

Salvation is free. It is God's gift to mankind. Though free, it was purchased with the priceless blood of the son of God, Jesus Christ. It is the most expensive gift you will ever get. Guard it with all diligence and reverent fear. Don't toy with your salvation.

TEXT: Phil 2:12-13 (NIV) "Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed—not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence—continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, for it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-13, 1 Corinthians 7:23, 2 Peter 2:20-22

Denomination: Pentecostal

Rest For The Weary Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Aug 2, 2009

1) Ruth submitted to Boaz 2) Ruth listened to Boaz 3) Ruth received gifts from Boaz & 4) Ruth waited for Boaz to work

How has your sleep been this summer? Are you a light or heavy sleeper? With the cooler temperatures this summer it has meant no air conditioning but unlike other cooler times of year, most nights it means sleeping with the windows open. Naturally when the windows are open you hear everything ...read more

Scripture: Ruth 3:6-18

Denomination: Other

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

Treasures In Earthen Vessels

Contributed by Tesh Njokanma on Sep 1, 2014

The reason why God brought us to this earth is because He has a special assignment for us. To fulfill your purpose; to carry out the assignment or the role God has for you, He has put certain treasures in you.

Introduction GOD WANTS TO USE YOU The Bible in Ephesians 2:10 tells us that God has prepared in advance good works He wants us to do. What this means is that even before we were born, God had in mind a work, an assignment, a role for every one of us which He brought us to this earth to fulfill. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7, 2 Corinthians 2:7

Denomination: Pentecostal

Lashed To The Mast - Standing Firm Amidst The Storms Of Life

Contributed by Tim Diack on Mar 12, 2012

The world sings a siren song that will lure the unwary away from the life they can have in Jesus. What can we do so we don't fall off the path? The psalmist says, "I have hidden your word in my heart that I might not sin against you."

Lashed to the Mast – Standing Firm Admist the Storms of Life Philippians 3:12-4:1 Do we have any readers here this morning? People who love to read? I love to read! Reading became a passion of mine at a fairly young age. I was thrilled to discover new worlds in which my imagination was ...read more

Denomination: *other

How Can I Be Fruitful ? Series

Contributed by Stuart Blount on Apr 24, 2001

Having discovered what God has gifted us to do we need to learn how to be fruitful ministers.

MAXIMIZING YOUR MINISTRY Part Four: How can I be fruitful ? GOD DESIRES FRUITFULNESS ! God has created a world that relies upon the principle of fruitfulness, not just for it’s survival but for it’s progress. We are a result of human fruitfulness as is every living human being and we need ...read more

Scripture: John 15:1-8

Denomination: Pentecostal

Why We Do Need To Serve In The Local Church

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 17, 2004

This Scripture passage gives us the reason why we need to serve in the local church with the gift that is given to us.

“Why Do We Need To Serve?” 1 Peter 4:10 Because The Gift is… A. SUPPLIED to you. (v. 10a) As every man has received the gift Matthew 25:14-15; Romans 8:32; 12:6-8; 1 Corinthians 4:7; 7:17; 12:4-7; John 3:27; Ephesians 4:7; 2 Timothy 1:6; Psalm 84:11; 2 Peter 1:3; 1 Timothy 6:17 B. Given to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Peter 4:10

Denomination: Baptist

The Unstoppable Church Series

Contributed by Tim Bond on May 27, 2004

Through the gift of the Holy Spirit, Jesus has provided the church everything we need to accomplish His Will in this world.

How many of you here this morning have had someone close to you die? (raise hands) I don’t think there is another crisis in life quite like that one. When someone that you have spent your life with is taken away from you, there is a tremendous void, a gaping hole that for the rest of your life will ...read more

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11, Ephesians 3:16-21

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It's Not What It Looks Like

Contributed by Juan Lane on Jul 31, 2005

God may be using what seems to be a terrible situation to bring forth his greastest gift in your life

It’s Not What It Looks Like Sermon Scripture: Matthew 1:18 - 21 (KJV) Matthew 1: 18- 21 18 Now the birth of Jesus Christ was on this wise: When as his mother Mary was espoused to Joseph, before they came together, she was found with child of the Holy Ghost. 19 Then Joseph her husband, being a ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 1:18-21

Denomination: Pentecostal

God's Joy And Peace In Christ

Contributed by Eloy Gonzalez on Dec 13, 2003

Advent 3: We pause to celebrate and rejoice in anticipation of the wonderful ’Gift’ that God gives to us in the Christ Child.

Dr. Seuss wrote a charming little story of a malcontent named the Grinch. This foul, green, slimy, grouchy character had no room in his heart for Christmas. Every year he worked himself into a rage because the Who’s, the little people that lived in Whoville, celebrated Christmas with a passion. ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:4, Isaiah 12:2-6

Denomination: Lutheran

God Establishes A Covenant Series

Contributed by Wes Richard on Mar 15, 2003

God gave the 10 commandments as a covenant gift to his people and he wants them written on our hearts.

In 1955, The Fraternal Order of Eagles placed monuments of the Ten Commandments in public parks, at schools, and in front of municipal buildings around the country as gifts to honor individuals and special events. The first one was donated in Milwaukee, Wis., in a public event involving the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 20:1-21

Denomination: Brethren

When Your Faith Is Tested

Contributed by Nathan Johnson on Nov 21, 2008

The testing of our faith is a priceless gift from God to make us stronger, deeper and more valuable to Him.

When Your Faith Is Tested Griffith Baptist Church – 11/23/08 A.M. Service Text: Hebrews 11:17-19 (Genesis 22:1-18) Key verse: Hebrews 11:17 - By faith Abraham, when he was tried, offered up Isaac: and he that had received the promises offered up his only begotten son, Premise: The testing of our ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 11:17-19

Denomination: Baptist