Sermons on Our Bodies:

Ligaments In The Church Series

Contributed by Stephen Aram on Oct 25, 2019

Our culture suffers from profound loneliness, but God calls us into a church family with rich relationships.

You’ve heard me talk about my days of playing basketball years ago. I was never a star, but I had a lot of fun. There could be several reasons that I was never a star. There were a couple of minor problems, like I wasn’t especially good at either shooting or dribbling a ball. But another ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16, Romans 12:16, Galatians 6:2, Romans 12:10, Romans 15:7, Galatians 5:13, Ephesians 4:2, Colossians 3:16, 1 Thessalonians 5:11  (view more)  (view less)

I'll Wash Yours, If You Wash Mine.

Contributed by Aaron Vanstrien on Aug 28, 2005

Being the church requires we show one another the full extent of our love.

I’ll wash yours if you wash mine. Thinking about last week and the verse John 13:34 and 35 where Jesus says “A new command I give you love one another as I have loved you. All men will know that you are my disciples if you love one another.” We talked loving each other as Jesus loved us and ...read more

Scripture: John 13:1-20

Denomination: Nazarene

Christian A&p 101: The Unity Of The Body Series

Contributed by Johann Neethling on Oct 4, 2005

The first in a series of 4 sermons reflecting on Paul’s favorite description of the Church as the Body of Christ. In this message we reflect on the unity and diversity in the body of Christ.

CHRISTIAN A & P (Anatomy & Physiology) 101 1 Corinthians 12:12-27 1. Last Sunday afternoon, on our drive back home to Issaquah, Anne and I stopped in at our middle daughter, Gabrielle’s home to visit with her, her husband Scott, and our little grandson, Kyle. • Barely 3 minutes into our ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-27

Denomination: United Methodist

Jesus, Our City Of Refuge! Series

Contributed by Dr. Larry Petton on Feb 23, 2014

The Cities of Refuge in the Book of Joshua are not only a portrait of Christ, but they are also a picture of the Church, the Body of Christ. We have a refuge in Christ to give to all who are in need of a Savior.

JESUS, OUR CITY OF REFUGE! Dr. Larry Petton Great Chapters of the Bible #7 Text: Joshua 20 _____________________________________________________________________________________ THINK ABOUT THIS Homelessness is skyrocketing in America. Over 3.5 million Americans live on the streets. Of the ...read more

Scripture: Joshua 20:1-7

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

We Want Our Eyes To Be Open

Contributed by Mike Fogerson on May 20, 2014

When your eyes are hurting it seems like your whole body hurts.You don’t know how much you need, use a body part until you’re unable to use it. In the ancient world, blindness was a very common malady.

“We Want Our Eyes to Be Open” Matthew 20.29-34 February 16, 2014 Chester FBC Chester, IL * Dr. Mike Fogerson, Speaker Introduction: A This week, the American voice of the Olympics, Bob Costas, was absent from the airwaves due to a double eye infection. 1 He said, “"Bear ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 20:29-34

Denomination: Baptist

Partnership Series

Contributed by Pat Damiani on Nov 21, 2008

Third of a four part series on how our church cares for our community through the ministry of our members.

[Note: This sermon was given by both of our pastors] Pat: I’m a Mac Dana: I’m a PC Pat: I’m from the Southwest Dana: I’m from back East Pat: I live in a one story house Dana: I live in a two story house Pat: I love synonyms Dana: I loathe them Pat: I try never to preach more than 35 minutes Dana: ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Body Of Christ – Part I Series

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Mar 11, 2016

When the word “church” or concept of the church is presented in the Bible, what does it mean?

The Body of Christ – Part I What does the Bible teach concerning the church? When the word “church” or concept of the church is presented in the Bible, what does it mean? Many people really don’t know what the word “church” means. Just like the word family ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:18

Denomination: Independent/Bible

You Are Our Glory

Contributed by Derek Geldart on Mar 24, 2024

Those who have sowed and nurtured seeds of faith will witness the profound transformation as those they guided to Christ receive heavenly bodies before their very eyes. They will behold the moment when Christ bestows upon them crowns of righteousness, a testament to their faithful labor in His name!

You are Our Glory 1 Thessalonians 2:17-20 Online Sermon: http://www.mckeesfamily.com/?page_id=3567 As we look out into this world with its disdain and violence towards God’s righteousness, we are tempted to feel like being the sheep who are called to proclaim the Good News to the wolves is at ...read more

Scripture: 1 Thessalonians 2:17-20

Denomination: Baptist

The Deadly Sin Of Gluttony Series

Contributed by R. David Reynolds on Feb 24, 2008

Christians are often quick to condemn alcoholics and drug addicts for their sin, but the Bible also denounces gluttony as a dangerous sin against our bodies which are God’s temple.

The Deadly Sin of Gluttony --Proverbs 23:1-3, 20-21; Deuteronomy 21:18-21; I Corinthians 6:15-20; John 4:27-34 A column entitled “Lite Fare” that appeared in The Christian Reader shares this story by Sherrie Murphree of Odessa, Texas: “My husband has an almost boundless appetite for ice cream, ...read more

Scripture: Proverbs 23:1-21

Denomination: Methodist

The Body Of Christ – Part Ii Series

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Mar 11, 2016

There is only one body, but many members. We are all dependent on one another. It is not just the pastor’s job to care for the members of the body—that would be humanly impossible. Each member must function as he or she is called.

We continue our study of His Church and begin by looking at 1 Corinthians 12. (1 Cor 12:13 NKJV) For by one Spirit we were all baptized into one body; whether Jews or Greeks, whether slaves or free; and have all been made to drink into one Spirit. 1 Cor 12:14 For in fact the body is not one ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:13-26

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Body Of Christ – Part Iii Series

Contributed by Chuck Brooks on Mar 11, 2016

As we unpack Ephesians chapter four, verses 7 through 12, we are going to answer some very important questions about Christ’s gifts to the church:

Last time we learned that God has great regard for His Church. The church is the Body of Christ. Believers are the ecclesia, and are the “called out ones”. Christians are called out from the world, called out of darkness into the kingdom of God's dear Son. Jesus has a relationship ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:7-12

Denomination: Independent/Bible

What Happens When We All Put Our Hands Together

Contributed by Sherm Nichols on Nov 17, 2011

Meant to help people hear the importance of being an “active” member in the Body and to make sure that they are participating as fully as they possibly can. A "diamond sermon," to be interspersed with songs, drama, testimony, and participation Dominan

Story – A loaded station wagon pulls into the only remaining campsite. Four youngsters leap from the vehicle and begin feverishly unloading gear and setting up a tent. The boys then rush off to gather firewood, while the girls and their mother set up the camp stove and cooking utensils. ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 2:19-22

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Working Together As One Body – Part 1 Series

Contributed by James May on Apr 27, 2003

First in a 4 part series concerning how we all work together as one body under Jesus Christ as our head.

Disclaimer: Due to the large amount of sermons and topics that appear on this site I feel it is necessary to post this disclaimer on all sermons posted. These sermons are original to the author and the leading of the Holy Spirit. While ideas and illustrations are often gleaned from many ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:4-31

Denomination: Independent/Bible

He Taught Them Many Parables (The Body’s Lamp) # 22

Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Apr 14, 2022

In this parable, the Lord used the image of eyesight to convey an important spiritual principle.

We all would agree that eyesight is something that is very important to all of us. Illus: Did you hear about the fellow that went to the store the other day, and he said that he was there for only about 5 minutes. When he came out, he SAW there was a motorcycle policeman writing a parking ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 6:22-23

Denomination: Baptist

Think Before You Speak - Sermon Body Series

Contributed by Larry Wilson on Aug 9, 2011

Using the letters T H I N K, we apply biblical truth related to our tongue. God has used this sermon in surprising ways. When I preach it, I use the five fingers of my hand to represent each letter of the alliteration. Some of our members have given feedb

Using the acronym THINK, try to ask these 5 questions before you speak. T – True Is it True? Remember this rule about gossip: “The more interesting it is, the more likely it is to be false.” ILLUS: If I counsel a couple, and listen to only one side and then make my judgment, ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 15:2-4, Proverbs 12:18

Denomination: Baptist