Podcasts about Body of Christ

Do you know the real reason we're called to serve in our church communities?In today's episode, Gaby Alessi Calatayud invites us to explore what it truly means to serve as part of the body of Christ. We'll reflect on our unique gifts, learn why every role matters, and uncover how serving others not only blesses our church, but refreshes our souls in return.Let's come together in prayer and devotion, embracing the call to serve, so that we can encourage one another and grow deeper in faith as one community.Tap HERE to send us a text! BECOME A FOUNDING "MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL" MEMBERIf you enjoy your 5 minute daily dose of heaven, we would appreciate your support, and we have a fun way for you to partner with the MMD community! We've launched our "Buy Me a Coffee" membership where you can buy us a latte, OR become a founding member and get monthly bonus video episodes! To donate, go to mymorningdevo.co/join! Support the showNEW VIDEO EPISODES! You can watch our new video episodes on YouTube! Watch Our Video DevotionalsNEW TO MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL? We're so glad you're here! We're the Alessis, a ministry family working together in a church in Miami, FL, and we're so blessed to partner with the My Morning Devotional community and continue the great work done by the show's creator and our friend, Alison Delamota.We pray our personal reflections and devotions will empower you to grow your faith in God, and that you'll join us every morning in prayer! JOIN THE MMD COMMUNITYSubscribe to the show on this appShare with a friendJoin our newsletter Follow Us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠⁠Leave a reviewMORE PODCASTS YOU'LL ENJOYEnjoy more podcasts from Metro Life Studios, including:The Family Business with The AlessisMen's Morning DevotionalThe Mary and Martha Show Available on our Metro Life Studios app!Get The Metro Life Studios app 

Who can you encourage at church this week?In today's episode, we'll explore the deeper reasons behind why we gather as a community, moving beyond simply receiving to actively building each other up. The conversation focused on shifting from a consumer mindset to one of service, drawing inspiration from 1 Thessalonians 5:11 and the unique role each of us plays as part of the body of Christ.Let's step into this devotional together as we pray for open hearts and a spirit willing to encourage and strengthen those around us each Sunday.Tap HERE to send us a text! BECOME A FOUNDING "MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL" MEMBERIf you enjoy your 5 minute daily dose of heaven, we would appreciate your support, and we have a fun way for you to partner with the MMD community! We've launched our "Buy Me a Coffee" membership where you can buy us a latte, OR become a founding member and get monthly bonus video episodes! To donate, go to mymorningdevo.co/join! Support the showNEW VIDEO EPISODES! You can watch our new video episodes on YouTube! Watch Our Video DevotionalsNEW TO MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL? We're so glad you're here! We're the Alessis, a ministry family working together in a church in Miami, FL, and we're so blessed to partner with the My Morning Devotional community and continue the great work done by the show's creator and our friend, Alison Delamota.We pray our personal reflections and devotions will empower you to grow your faith in God, and that you'll join us every morning in prayer! JOIN THE MMD COMMUNITYSubscribe to the show on this appShare with a friendJoin our newsletter Follow Us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠⁠Leave a reviewMORE PODCASTS YOU'LL ENJOYEnjoy more podcasts from Metro Life Studios, including:The Family Business with The AlessisMen's Morning DevotionalThe Mary and Martha Show Available on our Metro Life Studios app!Get The Metro Life Studios app 

Why do we gather as a church family?In today's episode, Gaby Alessi Calatayud invites us to reflect on the importance of belonging to the body of Christ. We'll explore together the meaning behind gathering with fellow believers, why community is vital to our faith, and how spiritual family supports and encourages us through every season.Join us for this nurturing devotional as we unite in prayer and devotion, drawing closer to God and one another each day.Tap HERE to send us a text! BECOME A FOUNDING "MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL" MEMBERIf you enjoy your 5 minute daily dose of heaven, we would appreciate your support, and we have a fun way for you to partner with the MMD community! We've launched our "Buy Me a Coffee" membership where you can buy us a latte, OR become a founding member and get monthly bonus video episodes! To donate, go to mymorningdevo.co/join! Support the showNEW VIDEO EPISODES! You can watch our new video episodes on YouTube! Watch Our Video DevotionalsNEW TO MY MORNING DEVOTIONAL? We're so glad you're here! We're the Alessis, a ministry family working together in a church in Miami, FL, and we're so blessed to partner with the My Morning Devotional community and continue the great work done by the show's creator and our friend, Alison Delamota.We pray our personal reflections and devotions will empower you to grow your faith in God, and that you'll join us every morning in prayer! JOIN THE MMD COMMUNITYSubscribe to the show on this appShare with a friendJoin our newsletter Follow Us on ⁠Instagram⁠ and ⁠Facebook⁠⁠Leave a reviewMORE PODCASTS YOU'LL ENJOYEnjoy more podcasts from Metro Life Studios, including:The Family Business with The AlessisMen's Morning DevotionalThe Mary and Martha Show Available on our Metro Life Studios app!Get The Metro Life Studios app 

Buy a Zine: www.stanthonystongue.com/margins What does the Church mean when it calls itself the Mystical Body of Christ?In this episode of Mysticism Word by Word, we explore how Christ joins us to Himself—and to one another—so deeply that His life begins to move between us. The Mystical Body is not merely a metaphor. It means grace transforms us, love binds us together, and Christ remains present in the wounded members of His Body.

Why does the New Testament describe the church as the body of Christ? Today, Sinclair Ferguson conveys the significance of seeing Jesus as our Head and Christians as members of one another. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/the-body-of-christ/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts

What if the church is trapped in the same invisible loop as an addict — and doesn't know it? What does addiction science have to do with the body of Christ? More than you'd think. In this follow-up conversation, Dr. James Spencer and Dr. Ashish Varma build on their interview with Dr. David Van Dyke (Wheaton College Marriage & Family Therapy) to explore how systems thinking unlocks a deeper understanding of church health, Christian formation, and why faithful people keep repeating the same destructive patterns. Drawing on Kent Dunnington's groundbreaking work Virtue and Addiction, the conversation reveals that the opposite of virtue isn't simply vice — it's addiction. Both are habit-formed, systems-shaped realities. The hosts then turn this lens on the church: from organizational cultures stuck in toxic loops, to single-issue political formation, to Pharaoh's fear-driven decision-making in Exodus — and what it all reveals about how invisible systems shape us without our awareness. This is a rare conversation: calm, theologically rigorous, and genuinely challenging for anyone who wants to think clearly about what it means to be the body of Christ in the world today. Key Takeaways: Why addiction is the true opposite of virtue — not vice — according to philosopher Kent Dunnington How invisible systems shape our habits, reactions, and identities without our awareness Why single-issue political engagement may be forming us into political animals rather than disciples The Pharaoh principle: how fear-driven, system-bound thinking causes us to miss what God is doing The Ephesus problem: the danger of being doctrinally right but missionally withdrawn What Jeremiah 7 and Acts 7 reveal about mistaking second-order goods (doctrine, temples) for first-order realities What does a multi-denominational coffee shop Bible study teach the church about unity? Get early access and a bonus with a Patreon membership. Subscribe to our YouTube channel To read James's article on this topic, check out his author page on Christianity.com.

Stubborn breakthrough needed? Check your spiritual alignment: Are you properly connected to the body of Christ? Under godly authority? Walking in unity and forgiveness? God's provision flows through the local church and spiritual authority. Deal with the root, and the tree will wither. #Faith #christianliving

Stubborn breakthrough needed? Check your spiritual alignment: Are you properly connected to the body of Christ? Under godly authority? Walking in unity and forgiveness? God's provision flows through the local church and spiritual authority. Deal with the root, and the tree will wither. #Faith #christianliving

Stubborn breakthrough needed? Check your spiritual alignment: Are you properly connected to the body of Christ? Under godly authority? Walking in unity and forgiveness? God's provision flows through the local church and spiritual authority. Deal with the root, and the tree will wither. #Faith #christianliving

The church in Corinth was a mess! Divided over leadership, fellowship, and worship, they were losing their influence in the city with the gospel. Paul writes the book of 1 Corinthians as a corrective measure to call them back into unity. When they were distracted by what to do, Paul reminds them of who they are. You are the body of Christ! In this message, Pastor Andy walks through 1 Corinthians 12 to show four unifying truths about the body of Christ. Welcome to Antioch Georgetown! We are a church in Georgetown, TX, and our mission is simple--We lead people to follow Christ in a life-changing way.Get Connected:

Check out this show from June 9, 2026 Father Robert Ryan joins Deacon Patrick Conley to discuss the Mystical Body of Christ (3:50) Why is the Church known as the mystical body of Christ? (11:42) What is Paul talking about when he mentions the body of Christ? (20:01) Herb - when Jesus asked Paul, 'why are you persecuting me,' was he talking about him specifically or the Church? (25:20) Break 1 (27:51) Jesus’ prayer for unity in the Church. (38:14) Tom - How does the family have a role in the broader Church? How can clergy better form the family? (43:27) Break 2 (46:10) Missionary work as a Body of Christ.

The Apostle Paul was pretty clear.  Some are drinking the cup and eating the bread in an unworthy manner and sickness and weakness and even death is coming upon them.  Why?  I thought the table of the Lord was to bless us?  Brian Higbee talks about this and quite a bit more concerning the eucharist.  Check it out.  

The Church is the body of Christ, made up of many diverse parts working together under the direction of the Head—Jesus Himself. In today's episode of the MY Devotional Podcast, Dr. Michael Youssef explains that every believer has a God-given role, and every local church must be built upon Christ to be effective for His Kingdom. The problem comes when members of the body neglect their gifts or covet the gifts of others. Paul rebuked the Corinthians for forgetting that God Himself places each part in the body exactly as He desires. When believers refuse to use their gifts, they are resisting the Lord's wise purpose for their lives. Dr. Youssef reminds us that some of the most history-shaping servants of God are virtually unknown. The people who taught, prayed, gave, discipled, and supported behind the scenes may never have become famous, but their faithfulness helped advance the Gospel through figures like Martin Luther, D. L. Moody, and William Carey. No gift is too small, too hidden, or too ordinary when it is surrendered to Christ. God has a plan and purpose for you in His Church—for your good and for His glory. Let us pray.  Precious Lord, use me for Your Kingdom in the body of believers. I pray in the name of Jesus. Amen. The voice you hear on the MY Devotional podcast is digitally generated with Dr. Youssef's permission. If today's devotional stirred a question, burden, or need for prayer, you don't have to walk through it alone.

Are we celebrating in sin what we once received in prayer? In this powerful altar call message preached on June 28, 2026, Sisbow Asrat dives deep into 2 Samuel 24 and Romans 12:1-2 to deliver an urgent wake-up call to the Church. It is a urgent reminder for the Church to return to a posture of brokenness, sensitivity to the Holy Spirit, and the daily renewal of our minds. Answer the call to become a living sacrifice today (Romans 12:1-2). Make sure to share this message with someone!

Rm12:1-5 My Soul,a Member of the Body of Christ

Listen as Pastor Jeremiah challenges us concerning our part in the Body of Christ. 

On Sunday, we will continue our intensive study of the Holy Spirit by exploring an intriguing concept called "Spiritual Gifts." The basic idea is that the Holy Spirit has deliberately and strategically infused you with certain extraordinary gifts which, when activated, empower you to make a profound difference in the world. Do you know what your gifts are and how to wield them?

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Logan Holloman | Next Gen Pastor | June 21, 2026 Referenced Scripture: Romans 12:3-8, Luke 10:18-20 Reflection Questions: 1. The Mirror QuestionWhen you think about yourself, what voices most influence how you see yourself (success, failure, social media, family expectations, work, appearance, etc.)? How does the gospel challenge or reshape those voices? 2. Sober JudgmentPaul calls us to "think of yourself with sober judgment" (Romans 12:3).Why do you think Paul warns against thinking too highly of ourselves? How can thinking too poorly of ourselves also become a form of self-focus?Follow-up: Which tendency do you struggle with more—self-exaltation or self-deprecation? 3. Grace and GiftsPaul emphasized that our gifts are "grace-gifts"—something received, not achieved.How does viewing your abilities, opportunities, and spiritual gifts as gifts of grace change the way you think about yourself and others?Follow-up: Is there a gift God has given you that you could steward more intentionally for the benefit of others? 4. Belonging to the BodyWe concluded with the idea that life in Christ is not about being the center, but about belonging and serving. What does it practically look like for you to move from asking "What about me?" to asking "How can I serve?" in your family, workplace, friendships, or church community this week?Follow-up: Is there a specific way God may be inviting you to contribute to the life of the body rather than simply consume from it? What's your next step? * Connect: We'd love to connect with you! Fill out our Connect Card to receive more information, have us pray for you, or to ask us any questions: http://journeybozeman.com/connectcard * Connect: Get your children connected to our children's ministry, Base Camp: https://journeybozeman.com/children * Connect: Our Student Ministry is for High School and Middle School students: https://journeybozeman.com/students * Give: Want to worship through giving and support the ministry of Journey Church: https://journeybozeman.com/give * Gather: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/c/JourneyChurchBozeman * Gather: Download our app: https://journeybozeman.com/app * Gather: Join our Facebook Group to stay connected throughout the week: https://facebook.com/groups/JourneyChurchBozeman 

Gerald E. Weston | Recorded May 31, 2025

Gerald E. Weston | Recorded May 31, 2025

Guest speaker Elder Bert Rawert leads a thoughtful sermon on what it looks like to be the Body of Christ.

Rev. Cody Swaving

A pivotal moment in the early church sets a powerful trajectory that continues to shape and challenge followers of Jesus today. As we continue our journey through the book of Acts, we discover how God expands His people's understanding of who belongs in His family and calls us to remember what is truly central to following Jesus. Scripture Referenced: Acts 10:1-15

Building The Body Of Christ: At Home

Building The Body Of Christ: At Home

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Father Robert Ryan joins Deacon Patrick Conley to discuss the Mystical Body of Christ (3:50) Why is the Church known as the mystical body of Christ? (11:42) What is Paul talking about when he mentions the body of Christ? (20:01) Herb - when Jesus asked Paul, 'why are you persecuting me,' was he talking about him specifically or the Church? (25:20) Break 1 (27:51) Jesus’ prayer for unity in the Church. (38:14) Tom - How does the family have a role in the broader Church? How can clergy better form the family? (43:27) Break 2 (46:10) Missionary work as a Body of Christ.

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Is This for Me? | Kenya Celebration 2026 God has called every believer to more than simply attending church. In this sermon from Ephesians 4, we explore what it means to walk worthy of your calling, grow spiritually, and actively serve in the body of Christ. Alongside testimonies from students returning from Kenya, this message highlights the importance of discipleship, unity, missions, and saying yes to God's purpose for your life. Key Insights: Understand what Ephesians 4 teaches about spiritual growth and calling. Learn why every believer has a role to play in the body of Christ. Discover how discipleship and serving others strengthen your faith. Gain confidence in sharing your faith and stepping into uncomfortable situations. Be challenged to move from simply attending church to actively living on mission. Scripture Focus: Ephesians 4:1-16 Speaker: Carey Amos & Chip Paul Location: Burnt Hickory Baptist Church Connect with us: ° Watch this sermon on YouTube ° Follow us on Facebook ° Follow us on Instagram ° Visit our website

Father Gary Lazzeroni preaches at the 10:00am Mass on Sunday, June 7, 2026, the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ. Read this homily: Father Gary F. Lazzeroni | Corpus Christi

On this episode of Kingdom Crossroads, TS Wright welcomes Robb Killen — author, educator, puppeteer, counselor, and creative storyteller. Robb shares his incredible journey from growing up in Hawaii as a pastor's kid to working in puppetry, education, counseling, and eventually publishing his first children's book, The Story of Shapes.Through humor, storytelling, and biblical truth, Robb explains how his book uses circles, squares, and triangles to teach children — and adults — about diversity, unity, teamwork, and the Body of Christ. The conversation explores how God uniquely gifts every believer and how those differences strengthen the Kingdom when we work together.This uplifting conversation is packed with wisdom for parents, educators, ministry leaders, and anyone seeking to better understand their God-given purpose.In This EpisodeRobb Killen's journey from Hawaii to NashvillePuppetry, counseling, and creative ministryThe inspiration behind The Story of ShapesTeaching children biblical principles through storytellingUnderstanding diversity from a Kingdom perspectiveThe Body of Christ and spiritual giftsWhy our differences are meant to complement one anotherEncouraging children to discover their God-given purposeBuilding unity through creativity and compassionKey Takeaways“God created our differences to be complementary, not competitive.”“We are stronger together when everyone uses the gifts God has given them.”“Unity isn't despite our differences — it's through our differences.”Resources & LinksKillen CreationsConnect With Kingdom CrossroadsBe sure to subscribe and share this episode with someone who needs encouragement about their God-given gifts and purpose in the Body of Christ.Check out this link to view Kingdom Cross Roads on TV.https://jesussaid.tv/?affiliate=tswright_gccTo get a copy of our new book "Embracing the Truth" or to have TS Wright speak at your event or conference or if you simply want spiritual or life coaching or just a consultation visit:www.tswrightspeaks.comVisit our website to learn more about The God Centered Concept. The God Centered Concept is designed to bring real discipleship and spreading the Gospel to help spark the Great Harvest, a revival in this generation.www.godcenteredconcept.comKingdom Cross Roads Podcast is a part of The God Centered Concept.About Robb KillenRobb Killen is an author, educator, counselor, puppeteer, and creative communicator based in Tennessee. With a background in school counseling and educational leadership, Robb combines storytelling, humor, and biblical principles to help children and families discuss important topics such as teamwork, dignity, diversity, and character development. His book The Story of Shapes encourages readers to embrace God's design for unity through diversity.

Passage(s): Ephesians 4:1-14 We all have different gifts and abilities from God and we are called to live in unity in the church. We must take steps to grow in godliness and use our talents to build up the body. 

What does it truly mean to be the church? This powerful exploration of Ephesians 4 reveals that we are not mere spectators in a Sunday gathering, but vital members of a living body with Christ as our head. The passage challenges us to move beyond consumer Christianity toward genuine contribution and commitment. We discover that the church's anatomy is intentional: Christ directs us as the head, while apostles, prophets, evangelists, and shepherd-teachers equip us—the saints—for ministry. The goal is not building bigger programs or meeting preferences, but growing into the fullness of Christ's maturity. This happens through speaking truth in love, staying anchored in sound doctrine, and each part working properly. In our age of information overload and constant winds of cunning doctrine, we need more Bible, not less. We need deeper roots, not shallow connections. The call is clear: stop drifting, stop consuming, and start contributing your unique gifts—your time, talent, and treasure—to build up the body in love. Because Christ's body was broken for us, we too are called to pour ourselves out for one another.

At the heart of the Liturgy of the Eucharist is the epiclesis, when the priest begs the Holy Spirit to come and transform the bread and wine into the Body and Blood, Soul and Divinity of Christ. The Catechism explains this mysterious reality, and Fr. Mike reiterates that the Mass is not a repetition of Christ's once-and-for-all sacrifice, but a re-presentation and celebration of his eternal sacrifice on the Cross. Today's readings are Catechism paragraphs 1104-1112. This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

This week, Pastor Tony talks about how important women are in The Body Of Christ while encouraging and empowering the women of SomaChurch to step in to their calling.

Gifts That Perfect Saints by Pastor Alvin Asiamah

An unhurried daily meditation using the Bible, prayer, and reflection led by Pastor Jon Ciccarelli, Discipleship Pastor of Crosswalk Church in Redlands, CA, and Director of Discipleship for Crosswalk Global.If you are enjoying the podcast please go to Apple Podcasts and/or Spotify and share your rating and a review as your input will help bring awareness of this discipleship resource to more listeners around the world.To learn more about Abide and discipleship go to www.crosswalkvillage.com/discipleshipPlease feel free to reach out to us at jon@crosswalkvillage.com any time with your comments and questions. Thanks and blessings!

Welcome to Session Five of our spring Bible study! We're studying Body and Soul, and we're so excited to join Lisa Whittle to get real about Scripture and get real about living out our faith in the bodies we have.Each week, we'll release the next teaching session, and we'll leave all six sessions up through June 8.In this session, Lisa explores how the church, the body of Christ, impacts how we live in our own individual bodies and vice versa. We are created for community and unity, and how we live in community influences and shapes how our bodies function.LINKBody and Soul Bible StudyRECOMMENDED: In case you missed it, listen to Session One of Body and Soul on Marked.Marked is a podcast from Lifeway Women: https://women.lifeway.com/blog/podcasts/.Hosted by Angie Elkins and Andrea Lennon.Learn more about the Very Good Bible study. 

By Daniel Apartian - This is the second part of a message building on the analogy of us being diverse and unique parts of the one body of Christ with the key goal of unity. To have unity with others we have to become unified with God first and yield to his Holy Spirit. God needs all parts of the body to be under the

“The Church is communion with Jesus.” The Catechism shows us what it means for the Church to be considered the “body of Christ”. Fr. Mike explains how being part of the Church makes us “united in him, in his body”—more intimately connected with Jesus than even the Apostles were. Today's readings are Catechism paragraphs 787-791. This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

God draws people to himself and makes them his own. The Catechism shows us what makes God's people different from everyone else, and what it is that unites them. Fr. Mike hones in on what exactly it is that the People of God do, and exhorts us to start doing that right here, today. Today's readings are Catechism paragraphs 781-786. This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.

Today we read about Jesus' powerful teaching about the Eucharist. Fr. Mike invites us to believe that the Eucharist is truly the Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity of Our Lord Jesus Christ because Jesus said it himself. Today's readings are John 4-6 and Proverbs 5:7-14. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/bibleinayear. Please note: The Bible contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.