Sermon Illustrations on Spiritual Reality

1 Corinthians 15:35-38, 42-50 — Charismatic (pastoral)

In 1 Corinthians 15:35-38, 42-50, the Spirit strengthens the broken and restores joy for the journey.

1 Corinthians 15:35-38, 42-50 — Christocentric (classic)

1 Corinthians 15:35-38, 42-50 points beyond itself to the person and work of Jesus—today, not someday.

1 Corinthians 15:35-38, 42-50 — Progressive/Social Justice (edgy)

1 Corinthians 15:35-38, 42-50 names what we avoid: neutrality in injustice is still a choice.

1 Corinthians 15:35-38, 42-50 — Lutheran (classic)

1 Corinthians 15:35-38, 42-50 shows that freedom is received by faith, not achieved by effort.

The Doctrine of Courage - Commentary

The Meaning of Love - Reflection

As we reflect on Ephesians 2:8-9, we are reminded of the profound truth that our salvation is a gift borne of divine love—not something we can earn through our own efforts. “For by grace you have been saved through faith,...