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We are reminded that God graciously gives His church everything we need for His ministry. We are encouraged to use our gifts in common with the body of Christ.

I don’t know if you have noticed the ones plastered all over the room and in the hallways and foyer. Our series starting today is called One. For the next three weeks we are going to look at how God has made us to be one body working together in community. Even though we are individuals we come together…

Life has rules I think you would agree that life comes with the guidelines (rules) and suggestions too. The bible is no different. Paul gives some general rules for Christian service in our passage today. First, we have already looked at how great God is (11:33-36) Second, we looked at the apostolic…

From Providential to Practical God’s providence, provision was gifts given to the church and for the church. Today we take the provisional and add to that the practical (application) with purpose. God gave gifts to the church (Eph4:7-10) 7 But to each one of us grace was given according to the measure…

Take responsibility In this world we know it is hard for people to take responsibility for many things. Timothy specifically, and the church through implication are told to take responsibility. Commissioning and encouraging words to Timothy ( 2Tim4:5 ) 5 But you, be sober in all things, endure hardship,…

Last week, we talked about being God’s Masterpiece. Just so we all understand this, turn to your neighbor and remind them that they are a masterpiece. Have you ever noticed that everyone tends to gravitate towards people who are like us? People who look like us. People who think like us. People who believe…

One body, many parts Many parts are needed for the church to function as God intended. Tonight we will look at areas of service that the parts can do collectively for the whole. First, a few reminders in case you missed a part of this series of things we covered. Body of Christ, has many members to make…

Introduction Acts 6:1–7 (CSB) 1 In those days, as the disciples were increasing in number, there arose a complaint by the Hellenistic Jews against the Hebraic Jews that their widows were being overlooked in the daily distribution. 2 The Twelve summoned the whole company of the disciples and said, “It…

God's Goodness, Contentment, and Resources

We need to consider a passage this morning, which is overlooked by most Americans. The truths contained in them don’t line up with people’s flawed logic. Something God designed as good and to produce good is being rejected at a higher rate than ever before. Over the last many years, those who study spirituality…

GOD,made us difference one from each other.that mean we have difference calling and gift of holy spirit

Today’s passage begins with a warning: “Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought.” Maybe you don’t have much of a problem with pride or excessive self-confidence, but it’s a helpful reminder. I have my good days, but some days when I need this reminder too. What gets really interesting, is…

The Holy Spirit - For Our Advantage One Body, Many Parts Last week we covered Holy Spirit giving ministry gifts to the church Receiving Jesus as Lord and Savior - called / preparing to serve / all called to ministry Ephesians 4:4 There is one body and one Spirit, just as also you were called in one hope…

Scripture 1 The Lord said to Moses and Aaron: 2 “Take a census of the Kohathite branch of the Levites by their clans and families. 3 Count all the men from thirty to fifty years of age who come to serve in the work at the tent of meeting. 4 “This is the work of the Kohathites at the tent of meeting:…

What’s the difference between Gifts VS Talents? TALENTS Depend on Natural Power Given by God Instruct, Inspire, Entertain on a Natural Level Given at Birth Common Grace of the Spirit SPIRITUAL GIFTS Depend on Supernatural Power Given by God Instruct, Inspire, Build Up the Saints to Service Natural Supernatural…

Introduction Let me tell you a story about a dinner party we had one time. This was when we were living in Nashville; we had just an outstanding small group community called Abide. And, by the way, I’m not very good at hosting dinner parties, especially the planning stage. Anyway, we’re going to have…

the church is many members in one body- and all the members are equally need in the church for the church to do what the church was called to do

Aim: to look at the spiritual gift (passion) for missions

What is a Family? How would you define the term family or what a family should be? Lives together, or at least stays in contact with one another in part of the definition. Loves one another, they also may feel comfortable with one another. A family has certain traditions or ways of doing things that…

Introduction I therefore, a prisoner for the Lord, urge you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling to which you have been called, with all humility and gentleness, with patience, bearing with one another in love, eager to maintain the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace. There is one body and…

John 1:35-51 35 The next day John was there again with two of his disciples. 36 When he saw Jesus passing by, he said, “Look, the Lamb of God!” 37 When the two disciples heard him say this, they followed Jesus. 38 Turning around, Jesus saw them following and asked, “What do you want?” They said, “Rabbi”…

Main Idea: When we give our gifts (to God and one another) we allow our diversity to display our unity. Skeleton Overview: We all need help from one another Read the text “each one” amidst one body Uniformity v unity Unity & Diversity Diversity of? Gifts (what gifts? List them) Read Eph 4:8-10 Why this…

Big Idea: God has invited us to be one with Him and with His people because He Himself is a God of oneness. Intro - Belonging Today we will be looking at Eph 4:1-6 but being here on campus this morning reminds me of my first experience in college. Story: It is so great to be with you all this morning.…

Good morning and thank you for attending Centerpointe Church. If we haven’t had the chance to meet yet, my name is Pastor Ashley and I’m the Associate Pastor here at Centerpointe. We’re honored that you would be with us today especially being Spring Forward today, I celebrate the fact that you still…

Big Idea: God has invited us to be one with Him and with His people because He Himself is a God of oneness. Introduction - Felt Need - Belonging Story: It is so great to be with you all this morning. I remember one of my first experiences when I left for college and stepped into a large church for the…