Body Of Christ
The term "Body of Christ" in the Bible primarily refers to the collective community of believers in Jesus Christ, often understood in the context of the church. The Apostle Paul employs this metaphor extensively, particularly in 1 Corinthians 12:12-27, where he illustrates the unity and diversity of the church by comparing it to a human body. Just as a body has many parts that work together, believers, though different in gifts and functions, are interconnected and essential to the overall health and mission of the church. Paul emphasizes that each member is vital, reinforcing the idea that the church is one body with Christ as the head (Ephesians 4:15).Additionally, the "Body of Christ" can also refer to the physical body of Jesus during His incarnation, which was sacrificed for humanity's sins (1 Peter 2:24). This duality highlights both the physical reality of Christ's sacrifice and the spiritual reality of the church as His body on earth, tasked with continuing His mission. The significance of the Body of Christ not only pertains to the believers' identity and relationship with one another but also signifies their collective responsibility to embody Christ's teachings and serve as His representatives in the world (Colossians 1:18).
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36 - How Christ's Body Functions
By Ben Torrey77008:421CO 12:4In this sermon, Ben Tory discusses the concept of body ministry, which is the idea that every member of the church has a ministry and is called to serve one another. He references a passage from Paul's first letter to the Corinthian Church, emphasizing the importance of love, humility, and obedience in exercising our spiritual gifts. Tory explains that body ministry is not limited to those with public or exciting ministries, but includes everyone in the church, including children, the aged, the sick, and shut-ins. He concludes by highlighting that the Holy Spirit wants to equip us with tools and empower us to use them effectively for the benefit of others.
A Healthy Body
By Dean Stump1.9K1:26:55In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes the importance of walking worthy of the calling that believers have received from God. He urges the congregation to not only be saved but also to be delivered from bondage and besetting sins. The preacher warns against being easily swayed by charismatic speakers and encourages the congregation to seek guidance from their elders and to pray for them. The sermon also highlights the transformation that occurs when one is in Christ, moving from being without Christ to being brought near by the blood of Christ.
If You Agree
By Paris Reidhead14K40:05MAT 6:33MAT 16:24MAT 18:19JHN 5:24ACT 2:42ACT 9:6ROM 12:1In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of being wholly committed to Christ and spending time in prayer and studying the Word of God. He calls on the audience to sacrifice their time and energy to glorify God and to submit to discipline and teaching. The speaker expresses concern about the state of the church and the world, urging believers to seek a climate similar to that of the early church in the book of Acts. He concludes by encouraging the audience to examine their own commitment to Christ and to live solely for His glory.
The Body
By G.W. North24952:16GEN 3:15MAT 6:33JHN 4:24ROM 5:121CO 10:131CO 12:13EPH 4:4In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of becoming one with Jesus and imitating his actions. They encourage the audience to get acquainted with the spirit of Jesus by reading the gospels and getting to know him deeply. The speaker also highlights the significance of manifesting the spirit of Jesus in our daily lives, rather than just on Sundays. They emphasize that it is more important to live out our faith throughout the week than just during a few hours on Sunday. The sermon concludes with a call to love and adore Jesus, and to unite with the eternal spirit.
The First Body of Christ
By Zac Poonen1.5K56:36MAT 1:21MAT 2:1MAT 3:11ROM 12:1In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of surrendering to God and allowing Him to produce a transformed life in believers. He highlights that it is not our own efforts or achievements that make us pure, good, and effective in serving God, but rather it is God working through us. The speaker challenges the notion that God's work is lacking because of a lack of money, stating that God is not a beggar in need of financial support. Instead, the speaker encourages believers to offer their bodies as a living sacrifice to God, allowing Him to control every aspect of their lives. The sermon also references the story of the wise men in Matthew 2, highlighting their obedience and guidance from God in bringing expensive gifts to Jesus.
The Body of Christ
By Stephen Kaung1.8K00:001CO 12:1In this sermon, the speaker discusses the importance of understanding the concept of the body of Christ. They explain that the body is made up of many members, each with their own unique functions. The speaker emphasizes that the body is not about uniformity, but rather about unity and cooperation among its members. They highlight the need for every member to recognize their dependence on one another and work together to fulfill their individual functions for the greater purpose of the body. The sermon concludes with a prayer for the listeners to have a deeper understanding and experience of being members of the body of Christ.
Corinthians - God Has Arranged the Parts of the Body
By J. Glyn Owen84853:261CO 12:14In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the unity and diversity of the body of Christ. The apostle Paul, in 1 Corinthians 12:14 and 20, states that the body is not made up of just one part, but of many. This principle is repeated to emphasize the importance of understanding that although the body of Christ has many parts, it is still one body. The speaker connects this concept to the diversity of spiritual gifts mentioned in verses 4-12, highlighting the need for unity and the proper functioning of each individual's gifts for the ministry of the church. The sermon encourages listeners to take this message to heart and fulfill their God-given ministry in unity and grace.
Building the Body of Christ
By Zac Poonen2.1K1:26:51MAT 6:19MAT 6:33MAT 23:8ACT 20:28ACT 20:33EPH 4:30REV 1:12In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of living a humble and sacrificial life, just as Jesus and the apostle Paul did. He highlights how Paul worked tirelessly to help others without seeking personal gain, even though he had the right to receive support. The speaker also emphasizes that Jesus taught the principle of giving and serving others, even in ordinary tasks like cutting vegetables or making furniture. He encourages believers to follow Jesus' example in their workplaces and homes, showing love and helping others. The speaker concludes by reminding listeners that true leadership in the church requires sacrificial service and a willingness to give up everything for the sake of building the body of Christ.
The Great Truth of the Body
By G.W. North2681:27:02MAT 21:14COL 2:18COL 3:12COL 3:15In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding and pursuing the reality of God's word rather than being enticed by enticing words and concepts. The speaker shares an anecdote about a meeting where professors and theologians were discussing theological concepts, but the speaker aligns themselves with a smaller group that focuses on the true essence of God's word. The speaker encourages the audience to stretch their understanding and not settle for superficial knowledge. The sermon concludes with an invitation to enter into a deep and eternal relationship with God.
K-540 One Church, One Body (1 of 2)
By Art Katz1.4K37:17PSA 119:105PRO 4:7ECC 12:13JHN 1:1ROM 15:42TI 3:162PE 1:20In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of listening to the word of God with attentiveness and understanding. He acknowledges that his own statements are often packed with meaning and may require further unpacking. The speaker also highlights the influence of believers who have gone before us and are now in the realm of glory, exerting even greater influence than when they were on earth. He emphasizes that God is the God of the visible and invisible, and calls believers to align their perception with God's perspective. The speaker also criticizes the world's tendency to view the church as a secondary aspect of life, rather than the primary calling to which believers are called.
38 - Being Made a Part of Each Other
By Ben Torrey74909:00ROM 5:12In this sermon, Ben Torre discusses the importance of being joined together in the body of Christ and the special relationship that comes with it. He starts by explaining how death and sin entered the world through Adam, but salvation and life come through Christ. Torre emphasizes that baptism is not a magical solution to sin, but rather a spiritual reality that we must choose to appropriate. He highlights the significance of the communion of the Lord's Supper as a way to nurture and nourish our unity, citing passages from 1 Corinthians.
The Law of the Body of Christ
By Stephen Kaung1.4K1:04:091CO 13:1In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of love in the life of believers. He starts by discussing the qualities of love and how it is often misunderstood as being positive and aggressive. The speaker then highlights the value of love by comparing it to spiritual gifts, stating that without love, these gifts are meaningless. He also emphasizes the need for believers to walk in the way of love in order to live the body life and develop character. The sermon concludes with a reference to Peter's question about forgiveness, highlighting the importance of suffering long and forgiving others.
As From the Head
By G.W. North01CO 11:24G.W. North emphasizes that true Communion is rooted in the act of personal breaking and giving, urging believers to move beyond being mere receivers to becoming givers. He highlights the importance of recognizing our role as suppliers in the body of Christ, where each member contributes to the whole. North challenges the conventional understanding of Communion, suggesting that we should discern the body of Christ and actively participate in sharing and giving to one another. By doing so, we can experience a deeper and more meaningful connection with Christ and each other. This enlightened approach to Communion allows us to partake from one another as we reflect the unity of the body of Christ.
Baptism Into the Body of Christ
By Anton Bosch1.0K43:09MAT 6:33ROM 6:1ROM 14:23HEB 6:1In this sermon, the speaker focuses on the concept of being new people in Christ. He emphasizes that as Christians, we have died to sin and it no longer has a hold over us. The speaker uses the analogy of a slave and a master to illustrate this point. He also highlights the importance of being part of a local church and actively functioning within it, based on biblical principles. The sermon references Romans 6 and emphasizes the need to live a life that reflects our new identity in Christ.
The Body
By Norman Meeten1.7K1:07:48MAT 6:33EPH 4:14COL 2:19In this sermon, the preacher emphasizes that God has the power to bring order and restoration to every aspect of our lives, including our spirits, souls, bodies, circumstances, and even our churches. The purpose of having a physical body is for God to express His life through us. The preacher laments that the church has lost its voice in the world, as there are now many competing voices vying for people's attention. He highlights the importance of the power of a single glance or look from Jesus, which can have a profound impact on a person's life. The preacher encourages believers to strive to emulate Jesus and to believe that they can become like Him.
Future Trends for the Body of Christ
By Art Katz4.5K1:21:51GEN 12:3EXO 3:5JOS 3:1JOS 5:13ISA 43:2MAT 6:33ROM 11:25In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of paying attention to the things that are at hand rather than being distracted by distant and exciting things. He shares a personal experience of being convicted by God to go and share his faith with someone in Denmark. The speaker also discusses the significance of marriage, stating that it is not an accident but a divine plan from God. He encourages the audience to be prepared for the end times and to support ministers through prayer and fasting.
The Unity of the Body of Christ
By Denny Kenaston1.3K1:19:061CO 12:12In this sermon, the preacher focuses on the concept of unity in the body of Christ. He begins by discussing the difference between knowing the fact of unity and experiencing the reality of unity. The preacher then delves into Ephesians chapter four, starting with verse one, where the Apostle Paul introduces himself as a prisoner of the Lord. The sermon emphasizes the importance of true unity in the body of Christ and how it can lead to a beautiful and mature functioning body.
Concerning the Spirituals
By G.W. North01CO 12:1G.W. North emphasizes the significance of what Paul refers to as 'the Spirituals', suggesting that these should be understood not merely as 'gifts' but as 'spiritual ministries' or 'operations'. He highlights the importance of the human element in utilizing these gifts, which are neutral by themselves but intended by God to be instruments for good. North encourages a deeper exploration of the original apostolic thought to grasp the true meaning and purpose behind these spiritual functions within the body of Christ. This understanding shifts the focus from the gifts themselves to the active role of believers in using them according to God's will. Ultimately, the sermon calls for a recognition of the divine design behind these spiritual operations.
K-541 One Church, One Body (2 of 2)
By Art Katz1.3K36:03MAT 25:41MAT 25:44JHN 17:21ROM 11:17EPH 1:22EPH 2:14EPH 4:4In this sermon, the speaker reflects on his experience preaching in Germany and the importance of the church in shaping the direction of the nation. He discusses the rise of neo-Nazis and skinheads in Germany and suggests that this may be connected to the failure of Gentiles to recognize and extend mercy to God's people. The speaker emphasizes the need for the church to recognize and care for the least of these, as failure to do so separates us from God's context and condemns us along with the unbelieving. He calls for a radicalized message and witness from the church in Germany to bring the nation to repentance for its past and break its pride.