Sermons about 1 Corinthians 9:18-25

Kingdom Running

Contributed by Russell Brownworth on Feb 16, 2006

based on 24 ratings

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Running the Christian race requires burning some bridges, and building others.

February 12, 2006 Sixth Sunday after Epiphany It happened on a Wednesday several years ago. Reepicheep managed to throw everything off! The day started as most do around the Brownworth household; Elizabeth was first out the door, running the race between Thomasville and High Point. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:1-27

Denomination: United Methodist

Paul Reveals His Compulsions

Contributed by Joel Pankow on Feb 17, 2006

based on 9 ratings

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Sometimes when people do evil or even great things we like to try to figure out what motivates them. Paul talks about what motivated him and what he was motivated to do in today’s text. Perhaps we can learn some things from his example.

February 19, 2006 1 Corinthians 9:16-23 Yet when I preach the gospel, I cannot boast, for I am compelled to preach. Woe to me if I do not preach the gospel! If I preach voluntarily, I have a reward; if not voluntarily, I am simply discharging the trust committed to me. What then is my reward? ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:16-23

Denomination: Lutheran

Who Are You

Contributed by Michael Hollinger on Feb 21, 2006

based on 5 ratings

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Our identity must be in Christ, and no where else.

Intro: <READ text> Today of all days, Super bowl Sunday, you can imagine the plight of the poor town of Washington, PA. Just a few miles south of Pittsburgh, it is doubtful that you will find too many fans of the Seattle Seahawks fans. And yet, for this town of about 15,000, they don’t want you to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-24

Denomination: Baptist

A Win-Some Church Series

Contributed by Patrick Mead on Feb 25, 2006

based on 14 ratings

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What it takes to be a soul-winning church

“A Win-Some Church” 1 Corinthians 9:19-23 Introduction: In 1993, Ronald Maxwell wrote and directed the movie Gettysburg. It was based on The Killer Angels by Michael Shaara. The movie brings to life three of the bloodiest days of American history. The first scenes take place a couple of days ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-23

Denomination: Baptist

Four Keys To Being Rewarded By Christ

Contributed by Jim Butcher on Mar 1, 2006

based on 30 ratings

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This message concentrates on the fact that not everyone receives rewards from Christ and four of the things we need to be doing to make sure that we do.

BIG POINT: “Not everyone is rewarded by Christ.” - vv. 24a, 27b. - v. 24a makes it clear that being in the race does not mean you win a prize (although I think the analogy breaks down at the idea that only one person could win a prize). - v. 27b is talking about being disqualified for a prize, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Secret To Winning

Contributed by Doug Morrell on Apr 12, 2005

based on 94 ratings

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God has a prosperous future for His children and each of us are to run the race set before us. The problem is that most of us don’t know or we forget that we’re in a race

Vince Lombardi once said, “Winning is a habit and so is losing.” God has a prosperous future for His children and each of us are to run the race set before us. The ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Scout Meeting

Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Apr 23, 2005

based on 14 ratings

| 2,184 views

How BP’s words equate with the Christian faith

Scouts’ St George’s Day 2005 1 Cor 9:24-27 24Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize. 25Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last; but we do it to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Anglican

Spiritual Workouts

Contributed by Davon Huss on Apr 25, 2005

based on 23 ratings

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A topical sermon on spiritual workouts of specific sections of the body (Portions adapted from Dennis Rainey of FamilyLife.com from his book Moments Together for Couples)

Sermon for 4/24/2005 Spiritual Workouts 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 Introduction: From an advertisement in Time Magazine in 1997- My life is hectic! I’m running all day, meetings, phone calls, paperwork, and appointments. I push myself to the limit, fall into bed exhausted, and get up early the next ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Racing To Be Like Jesus

Contributed by Naveen Balakrishnan on May 31, 2005

based on 16 ratings

| 2,828 views

We are commanded to follow in the footsteps of the LORD Jesus and that the Christian life is similar to a race which we are running.

“RACING TO BE LIKE JESUS” 1 CORINTHIANS 9:24-27 1. The Motive of the Race is to win the PRIZE which is to be like Jesus. (v. 24) Galatians 2:2; 5:7; Philippians 2:16; 3:14; 2 Timothy 4:7-8; Hebrews 12:2; James 1:12; Psalm 19:5; Ecclesiastes 9:11; Jeremiah 12:5; John 6:27; Acts 20:24; 1 ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

Compelled Towards Ministry Series

Contributed by Guy Glass on Oct 5, 2005

based on 9 ratings

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This message explores the importance of taking our ministry for Christ seriously.

COMPELLED TOWARDS MINISTRY 1 CORINTHIANS 9:16-27 INTRODUCTION: As Paul opens up this section of Scripture, what we see here is Paul’s seriousness about serving Jesus. From the very beginning we see such powerful words as “compelled”, “belonging to Jesus”, “by all possible means”, “strict ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:16-27

Denomination: Baptist

Fairy Tales

Contributed by James May on Oct 8, 2005

based on 8 ratings

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Not just our youth, but many members of the church, tend to live life like it’s a fairy tale. Life is real, and the race must be finished and won.

FAIRY TALES Youth Rally Sermon By Pastor Jim may Some of you here are living a fairy tale life! I know, I know, you are sitting there already saying, “Oh yeah, how can my life be a fairy tale? Everything isn’t perfect. Going to school every day and then having to do all that homework is ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Winning Series

Contributed by Harley Jay Nickless on Oct 8, 2005

based on 78 ratings

| 11,490 views

Churches and Christians are great at writing mission statements. But how do we know if we’re winning or not? How do you keep score in Christian walk?

Mission: Impossible Part 1 “Winning” Introduction If I were to ask you this morning, “what is the mission of . . . “… the Washington Redskins?” What would you say? (Answer) To Win the Super Bowl. How do you know if they are accomplishing their mission? (Answer) Whether or not they are ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Haciendo Un Campeón - Disciplina – Parte 2 Series

Contributed by Joshua Pinto on Oct 11, 2005

based on 19 ratings

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Muchas veces se piensa que la palabra disciplina es una palabra fea, una palabra no deseable, pero cuando miramos la disciplina con una perspectiva correcta esta llega a ser una cosa muy bella. Si seriamente estamos considerando ser campeones para Cristo

Haciendo Un Campeón Disciplina – Parte 2 1 Corintios 9:24-27 “24 ¿No sabéis que los que corren en el estadio, todos a la verdad corren, pero uno solo se lleva el premio? Corred de tal manera que lo obtengáis. 25 Todo aquel que lucha, de todo se abstiene; ellos, a la verdad, para recibir una corona ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Spiritual Champions

Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Oct 16, 2005

based on 45 ratings

| 8,723 views

winning for Christ

Intro: The other day a sports channel did the top 10 sports rivalries and of course, Auburn-Alabama was on that list. People in Alabama live and breathe football. I like the writings of Paul because he uses sporting terms to give spiritual lessons. Since we live in a football state, I will use ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Assembly Of God

Running The Race To Win

Contributed by Shane Facemyer on Oct 29, 2005

based on 9 ratings

| 12,930 views

This is a sermon that will challenge us to not be content with our place in Christ, but to RUN the race, not just jog it lazily, but RUN TO WIN!

Running The Race To Win Say this with me: THIS MESSAGE IS FOR ME. (REPEAT 3x’s) 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 MSG (24) You’ve all been to the stadium and seen the athletes race. Everyone runs; one wins. Run to win. (25) All good athletes train hard. They do it for a gold medal that tarnishes and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Foursquare

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