Sermons on Ruling Body:

When Desires Rule, Troubles Follow

Contributed by Thomas Swope on Feb 21, 2018

A study in the book of Genesis 38: 1 – 30

Genesis 38: 1 – 30 When desires rule, troubles follow 38 It came to pass at that time that Judah departed from his brothers, and visited a certain Adullamite whose name was Hirah. 2 And Judah saw there a daughter of a certain Canaanite whose name was Shua, and he married her and went in to her. 3 ...read more

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

Jesus: Rule-Giver Or Life-Giver?

Contributed by Steven Simala Grant on Jul 15, 2011

Being a follower of Jesus is not about adhering to a set of rules which makes your life dull, boring, and lifeless.

Jesus: Rule-giver or Life-giver? July 10, 2011 John 2:1-11 Intro: I sat down this past week with my Bible, and decided to read the Gospel of John – I planned to read the whole thing and see if I noticed any of our popular conceptions about Jesus being dumped on their heads by the actual, ...read more

Scripture: John 2:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

The Great Shepherd And Those Who Rule

Contributed by Christopher Holdsworth on Jan 18, 2020

Under-shepherds and the Chief Shepherd, that Great Shepherd of the Sheep, Jesus.

THE GREAT SHEPHERD AND THOSE WHO RULE. Hebrews 13:17-25. 1. Those Who Rule Over You. The earlier exhortation to ‘Remember’ our leaders probably implies showing respect to those who are still with us, and honouring those who have since died, by following their example. Scan their lives and ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 13:17-25

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Power Up Relationships: The Golden Rule Series

Contributed by John Dobbs on Feb 2, 2023

One thing that can de-energize our batteries is a spirit of judgmentalism in our relationships. It’s likely we all struggle with being judgmental.

We’ve been talking about how to POWER UP when our spiritual batteries are low. One thing that can de-energize our batteries is a spirit of judgmentalism in our relationships. It’s likely we all struggle with being judgmental. The problem is that it drains our relationships with others and God. D. ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 7:1-12

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Compassion Vs Rules (John 5)

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on May 26, 2025

Which comes first compassion or man-made rules? Let's look at John 5.

Is Jesus divine? Did He put compassion above man-made rules? Did religious leaders want to murder Him? Do we believe Jesus’ words? Let's look at John 5. What did Jesus come across at the pool of Bethesda? The section in square brackets is not found in early manuscripts. Some time later, Jesus ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The God Who Rules In The Affairs Of Men Series

Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 1, 2026

This message reveals God’s absolute sovereignty over nations, leaders, events, and individual destinies.

THE GOD WHO RULES IN THE AFFAIRS OF MEN By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Daniel 4:17, 25, 34-37; Psalm 22:28 Key Verse: “...that the living may know that the most High ruleth in the kingdom of men, and giveth it to whomsoever he will, and setteth up over it the basest of men.” — Daniel ...read more

Scripture: Daniel 4:17, Daniel 4:25, Daniel 4:34-37, Psalm 22:28

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Broken Body & A Borrowed Tomb Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Apr 3, 2012

In the death of Jesus we see God’s Directing: God’s: 1) The Rich (Mt. 27:57–60), 2) The Relatives (Mt. 27:61), 3) The Religious (Mt. 27:62–66)

One of the majestic attributes of God is His absolute sovereignty, His supreme rulership and ultimate control over all things in the universe. He has created and He sustains all things that exist, and He ordains and brings to pass all things that happen. Nowhere in Scripture is God’s incredible ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 27:57-66

Denomination: Other

Nuts And Bolts Christianity

Contributed by Ernie Arnold on Aug 23, 2017

Paul gives us a passage that is 1. Simple 2. Practical 3. Filled with Spiritual Passion and Energy. A passage that can transform our lives and the lives of the Body of Christ!

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21 (Call to Worship - Psalms 26:1-8) Title: Nuts and Bolts Christianity Paul gives us a passage that is 1. Simple 2. Practical 3. Filled with Spiritual Passion and Energy. A passage that can transform our lives and the lives of the Body of Christ! INTRO: ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:9-21

Denomination: Nazarene

Healthy Bodies Pt 2 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Aug 15, 2018

Message 2 of 6 exploring the nature and health of the church.

“HEALTHY BODIES Part 2” One of the most expressive analogies to express the nature and function of the church of Jesus Christ is the human body. The scriptures refer often to the followers of Jesus as the “Body of Christ”. My focus into the summer will be to explore the implications of the church ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 5:18-21, John 15:12-13

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Healthy Bodies Pt 3 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Aug 15, 2018

This is the third of six message on the nature and health of the church.

“HEALTHY BODIES Part 3” One of the most expressive analogies to express the nature and function of the church of Jesus Christ is the human body. I felt directed to spend some time on the three key principles of body life and the corresponding commands that reinforce them. Several weeks ago we ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Healthy Bodies Pt 4 Series

Contributed by David Welch on Aug 15, 2018

This is message four of six exploring the nature and health of the church. It also explors the many one another commands.

“HEALTHY BODIES Part 4” We have been exploring the three essential principles of how God designed the body of Christ to function. The principle of diversity The principle of unity The principle of mutuality The Holy Spirit inspired the writes of Scripture to address the issues of relationships ...read more

Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

Be Strong In The Grace Series

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Sep 24, 2011

Let’s think about what it means to be strong in the grace of Christ. 1- Being strong means to impart the Word 2- Being strong means to endure hardship 3- Being strong means to please the commander 4- Being strong means to obey the rules 5- Being str

INTRO.- 1 You then, my son, be strong. I thought all sons were strong! I guess it depends on the son and the type of strength you’re talking about. But when I was a son at home with mom and dad I only thought of one kind of strength and that was physical. What about you men? Did you ever ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-7

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

He Heals The Brokenhearted Series

Contributed by Freddy Fritz on Dec 23, 2021

Psalm 147:1-20 teaches us why we should praise the Lord.

Scripture During this Season of Advent, we have been looking at “Christ’s Advent in the Psalms.” Today I want to conclude our study by looking at Psalm 147. One commentator notes that “the Book of Psalms began with ‘Blessed is the man’ (1:1) and it ends with a sustained, five-fold equivalent of ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 147:1-20

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Believers Belong To The Body Of Christ

Contributed by Timm Meyer on Jan 31, 2003

EPIPHANY 3(C) - Believers belong to the body of Christ uniquely as different members but united in one purpose.

WE BELONG TO THE BODY OF CHRIST 1 CORINTHIANS 12:12-26 JANUARY 26, 2003 1 CORINTHIANS 12:12-26 12The body is a unit, though it is made up of many parts; and though all its parts are many, they form one body. So it is with Christ. 13For we were all baptized by one Spirit into one ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:12-26

Denomination: Lutheran

United With Christ As His Body! Series

Contributed by Stephen Elmer on Jul 31, 2004

A Christians’ Union With Christ Is Like The Union Of A Body!

“United We Stand!” United With Christ As His Body! Part 4 Introduction: 1. Continue To Explore A Christian’s Union With Christ! - Answer: “What Is It Like To Be United With Christ?” 2. First Figure: According To Ephesians 2:19-22: - Your Union With Christ Is Like A Building! - You Are ...read more

Scripture: Romans 12:5

Denomination: Baptist