Sermons on Spiritual Gifts:

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

You've Got Talent

Contributed by Gordon Pike on May 24, 2018

We tend to think of our spiritual gifts as unique units when they are all fruits or manifestation of the Holy Spirit within us. We have what I call "persistent" gifts but there are times when the Holy Spirit gives us other gifts for a season.

Gift of the Holy Spirit Preached: May 24, 2018 Canal Point Thursday Nite Live Service Scripture: 1 Corinthian 12:7-11 Some people just seem to be born with talent. I had a friend growing up that had a natural pitching arm. When we’d horse around and challenge each other to see who ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:7-11

Denomination: United Methodist

Shaping Up Series

Contributed by Curry Pikkaart on Nov 20, 2013

Pal teaches us how God is shpaing up His Church.

“Connected: Shaping Up” Romans 8:5-11; Eph. 4:1-16 Throughout this series we have been considering how we, as individuals, get and stay connected with God, each other, and the world in which we live. But thinking about connectedness would not be complete unless we also consider what it ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-16

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

"This Is What Many Are Missing In Life" Series

Contributed by Brad Henry on Jul 18, 2014

Without the power of the Holy Spirit leading us we will operate out of the flesh. In the flesh is no goof thing. This series will help you to understand how to live IN the Spirit.

The Ultimate Decisionholy_spirit_1.JPG July 14, 2014 I want to thank the Lord for opening my eyes and heart to the power of His Holy Spirit. So many of you have written in with changed lives. Let me explain changed. Allowing the Holy Spirit to teach and lead you has nothing to do with your ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:8-10

Opportunity Or Debate? Series

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Jul 29, 2022

The focus of this sermon is on the healing of the blind man by Jesus and the debate that surrounded it. It is also a reminder to believers that when it comes to ministry action is more important than debate.

Good morning. If you have your Bibles, why don’t you open up to the gospel of John 9:1. If you have been here for a while, you know we have been going through the book of John. We have been looking at the miracles and ministry of Jesus Christ. We just finished off chapter 8 which involved a ...read more

Scripture: John 9:1-12, Proverbs 4:18

Denomination: Christian Church

The Body Of Christ-3

Contributed by Byron Sherman on Jun 23, 2020

3 of 7. The apostle Paul maintained the significance of the Church's being the Body of Christ. What is exhibited by that entity known as the Body of Christ? The Body of Christ exhibits...

The BODY Of CHRIST-III—1Corinthians 12:12-31 Attention: For the past two weeks we’ve been looking at God’s design for Unity & it’s importance in the Body of Christ, which is the Church. All the local-to-global manifestations of the Body of Christ are built upon a God-sourced Unity of ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:21-22, 1 Corinthians 12:12-31

Denomination: Baptist

Hidden Talents

Contributed by Chuck Gohn on Mar 30, 2021

This sermon unpacks the parable of the talents and how our God-given talents are to be creatively used in various ways to advance his Kingdom building agenda.

OUTLINE 1.INTRODUCTION - OUTREACH DEFINED 2. THE PARABLE OF THE TALENTS – OVERVIEW 3. APPLICATION – LESSONS REGARDING USING OUR “TALENTS” A) God owns everything so everything we have is on loan from Him B) God gives talents according to our ability C) God expects you to use them ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

Denomination: Christian Church

Team Spirit Series

Contributed by Rick Thiessen on Sep 23, 2002

The classic love chapter is actually an appeal to a church to embrace the selflessness that is key to us funcitoning as a team.

BE092202 Playing on God’s Team 3. TEAM SPIRIT (SLIDE) The passage of Scripture we’re looking at this morning, is one of the most popular and read passages of scripture in the Bible by Christian and non-Christian alike. The LOVE CHAPTER. I see a problem though. This chapter has become ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Every Member A Minister Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Mar 29, 2009

We may not have it all together, but together we have it all.

Every Member a Minister Ephesians 4:11-16 Rev. Brian Bill 3/29/09 I heard about a woman who was visiting a church one Sunday. The sermon seemed to go on forever, and many in the congregation fell asleep. She liked to meet new people so after the service she walked up to a very sleepy looking ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Denomination: Baptist

The Holy Spirit – Who Or What? Series

Contributed by Jim Kilson on Nov 10, 2014

Part 1 of 4 in an introductory series on the Holy Spirit, looking at who He is and how He works in our lives.

INTRODUCTION: We've heard about the Holy Spirit. He flickers in and out of the Old Testament like a ghost. In the New Testament, He's the one who gives ordinary men the power of God. He appears throughout the ages as a wind, smoke, fire, and even a dove, but who or what exactly is the Holy ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 1:2

Denomination: Christian Church

Ready For The Harvest

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Nov 19, 2014

If we would use our spiritual vision, gifts and perception we would see that it is already reaping time. It is harvest time. The spiritually hungry America needs to be reaped into the Kingdom of God. The time is ripe for reaping now. It is time to begin.

Opening illustration: A business executive, after hearing an inspiring sermon, said to the preacher, “Your sermon was excellent. However, if you were one of my employees, I would have to fire you.” Then he explained, “You’ve sold me completely, but you didn’t close the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:27-39

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Four Important Questions In Life

Contributed by Eliseo Tibio on Aug 14, 2013

WHAT IS THE ACRONYM OF S H A P E S – SPIRITUAL GIFTS H – HEART A – APPLYING YOUR ABILITIES P – PERSONALITY E – EXPERIENCE

TOPIC: FOUR IMPORTANT QUESTIONS IN LIFE TEXT: Jeremiah 29:11 -14 INTRODUCTION: I. WHY ARE YOU HERE? A. You are not an accident. Psalm 138: 8 ; Psalm 139:15,16 B. You have been conceived in the mind of God. C. God has a plan for you. Jeremiah 29:11 ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11-14

Denomination: Foursquare

We Belong To One Another Series

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Jan 18, 2015

Gifts of the Holy Spirit - PowerPoint slides to accompany this talk are available on request – email: gcurley@gcurley.info

SERMON OUTLINE: (1). We Share the Same Confession (vs 1-3) (2). We Serve the Same God (vs 4-6) (3). We seek to build the Same Body (vs 7-13) (4). We Share the Same Baptism (vs 14-20) (5). We need each other (vs 21-25) (6). We Affect Each Other (vs 26-31) SERMON BODY: Ill: • A man from the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 12:1-31

Denomination: Brethren

How To Use What God Gave You - What Is That In Your Hand?

Contributed by Cameron Bottema on Nov 24, 2012

God can use the ordinary things in our lives for His extraordinary purpose. Also, this is a great sermon to finish the spiritual gifts study with.

Introduction: "When God is ready to do what seems to be the impossible He takes what appears to be the improbable and transforms it into the improvable." It has been said of the Church: "20% of the people do 80% of the work of the Church." It has also been said of the Church that: "20% of the ...read more

Scripture: Exodus 4:1-20

Denomination: Friends

Christian Morals

Contributed by Craig Condon on May 1, 2015

There are certain traits that should characterize a believer who serves the Lord. We are to obey him in doing good works, so others can see God’s love and kindness through us. We are to teach God’s word with passion and conviction.

If our lives ended today, how would those around us assess our contribution to our fellow man? Our example leaves an impression on others. With God’s help, it will be one of love, faith and purity of life. The book of Titus captures the pattern God gave for every believer and the direction ...read more

Scripture: Titus 2:7

Denomination: Anglican