Sermons about 1 Corinthians 9:24-26

Spiritual Fitness

Contributed by Tom Fuller on Jul 31, 2003

based on 28 ratings

| 4,977 views

In chapter 9, we explore having the Lord as your avocation – finding the best fit for you, fitting in with others, and becoming fit to excel in His service.

Do you have an avocation? I don’t mean a hobby you play at – or a job you work at – but something that really interests you – something you’ll spend hours and hours working on, even when you don’t have to? For some people its fishing – they not only have specific flies to catch specific fish in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:1-27

Denomination: Calvary Chapel

What Do You See?

Contributed by James May on Aug 6, 2003

based on 27 ratings

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Without a vision the people perish. They perish because their heavenly vision is overpowered by their worldly vision. What is the price you will accept to lose the promises of God?

WHAT DO YOU SEE? Proverbs 29:18 says, "Where there is no vision, the people perish…" - I believe that the biggest reason that many begin serving the Lord; then they will revert to their old lifestyle is that their vision for the wonderful promises in God’s Word has faded. Satan blinds men to ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Three Crowns And A Laurel Leaf

Contributed by James May on Aug 20, 2003

based on 77 ratings

| 9,807 views

We run the race to obtain three incorruptible crowns, the crowns of righteousness, glory and life. The world runs the race to obtain a laurel leaf, corruptible crown.

THREE CROWNS AND A LAUREL LEAF 1 Corinthians 9:24-25, "Know ye not that they which run in a race run all, but one receiveth the prize? So run, that ye may obtain. And every man that striveth for the mastery is temperate in all things. Now they do it to obtain a corruptible crown; but we an ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Disqualification

Contributed by Paul Fritz on May 6, 2003

based on 21 ratings

| 2,880 views

Many people are disqualified for positions of service in the church because of their sins of omission.

Acts 1:21-26 Do not Be Disqualified 1. Many people are disqualified for positions of service in the church because of their sins of omission. ILlustration:There’s a fine line between courage and foolishness. Too bad it’s not a fence. Do not be a fence sitter or you may live to regret it. Jim ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Walking Back To Happiness

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on May 16, 2003

based on 8 ratings

| 2,591 views

A sermon for Seekers and believers to find the secret of happiness in 1) seeking (God, not happiness) 2) Running (the race, not casually walking) 3)throwing off (anything that hinders)

¡§Walking back to happiness¡¨ WBC 18/5/03am 1 Cor 9:24-27 Baptism of Lou Beamish, Walk Wessex present (after ¡§remember your chains¡¨) Classified AD From ¡§The Hayward¡¨, Calif. Review: "Found, false teeth, in parking lot at Daily Review. Please come in and smile at the switchboard operator, and ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Parable Of The Three Baseball Fans

Contributed by James Chandler on May 19, 2003

based on 127 ratings

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This is a parable that I created to illustrate the different types of people responding to Christ.

The Parable of the Three Baseball Fans I Corinthians 9:24-27 NOTE: Before I entered the auditorium, I changed into a baseball uniform. As the organist played and the people sang “Take Me Out To The Ball Game” I entered the auditorium and walked up on stage. I loved seeing the surprised look on ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Run To Win (All Age Worship)

Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Jun 15, 2004

based on 14 ratings

| 5,571 views

A complete order of service and talks for a one hour Family (All Age) Service on "Run to Win"- running the race of the Christian faith and life. Email me if you want the full Word document (which shows formatting lost on this web page)

Run The Race. All Age Worship Order of Service. Sun 13th June 2004 . WBC Red shows PC/SongPro/PowerPoint (email me if you want Word file showing this) 10am – PowerPoint on Songpro of ‘Chariots of Fire’ beach race clip ‘run the Race 1 THE RACE Thoughts: run to win (1 Cor 9:24). Life is a: race, ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Do What You Have To Do Series

Contributed by Paul Decker on Jul 6, 2004

based on 26 ratings

| 4,809 views

We must do what we have to do to be heard.

DO WHAT YOU HAVE TO DO I Corinthians 9:15-27 S: Ministry C: Methods in Ministry Th: Live the Difference Pr: WE MUST DO WHAT WE HAVE TO DO IN ORDER TO BE HEARD. ?: How? How do we do it? KW: Methods TS: We will find in our study of I Corinthians 9:15-27 three methods that enable us to be ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:15-27

Denomination: Baptist

¿cuál Resistente Eres Tú?

Contributed by Ramon Rojas on Jul 10, 2004

based on 91 ratings

| 2,676 views

Si pudieras evaluar tu vida y miraras en cuantas ocasiones te has determinado continuar hasta el final sin importar los conflictos. En cuantas ocasiones te has dado por vencido y has finalizado o cambiado todo. Piensa por un momento ¿cuál es la salida mas

Introducción: Si pudieras evaluar tu vida y miraras en cuantas ocasiones te has determinado continuar hasta el final sin importar los conflictos. En cuantas ocasiones te has dado por vencido y has finalizado o cambiado todo. Piensa por un momento ¿cuál es la salida mas fácil? Correr hasta el final ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Pentecostal

Gold Medal Christianity. Let The Games Begin!

Contributed by John Gullick on Aug 5, 2004

based on 30 ratings

| 3,455 views

A sermon that picks up Pauls theme of running the race and uses the modern context of competition to discus running the Christian race.

Gold medal Christianity. Let the games begin! This week I had to help someone move 2 cubic metres of firewood into a shed. It took about twenty minutes and I think I could do it faster. With training I might be able to get the time down to ten minutes or perhaps seven is not out of the question. I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Discipline Of A Champion Series

Contributed by John Harvey on Aug 12, 2004

based on 74 ratings

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Lessons from Paul comparing the Christian life to a race and how we must have discipline to win the race

Gold Medal Living “Discipline of a Champion” August 15, 2004 Intro: We have been looking at some characteristics of live a Gold Medal spiritual life. We looked at the need for determination and passion to help us reach the goal for our lives. Today we are looking at the discipline needed in life ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

Like Is Like The Olympics

Contributed by Steve Shepherd on Aug 23, 2004

based on 204 ratings

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The Olympics: 1- the sports 2- the training 3- the spectators 4- the rules 5- the rewards

INTRO.- ILL.- A man was discussing his tennis technique with a friend. He said, “My brain immediately barks out a command to my body: ‘Run forward, and fast.’ It says, ‘Start right now. Drop the ball gracefully over the net and then race back to position.’” His friend replied, “And then what ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Bible And Retirement: Lesson 5: Playing To Win

Contributed by Elmer Towns on Aug 30, 2004

based on 28 ratings

| 1,679 views

Series: The Bible and Retirement

A. THE END OF THE GAME IS RETIREMENT 1. Retirement doesn’t happen at a chronological age, but at your age of choice. Retirement should be dreamed, planned, and worked for, then enjoyed. 2. Life is a journey to retirement. - You are gonna get in the game whether you want to or not. - You are in ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

The Story Of The Moral Series

Contributed by Mark Haines on Dec 28, 2004

based on 14 ratings

| 3,856 views

Jesus’ "parables" brought EVERYDAY experiences along side ETERNAL truths and this is the first sermon in a series that brings NASCAR next to Christian life.

Selected Exposition #108 Series: NASCAR Comes to Church Title: The Story of the Moral Topic: Christian Living Theme: Living according to God’s Pattern Purpose: to be the Holy Spirit’s second witness calling God’s people in my care to consider his pattern for life in his ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Wesleyan

Training Time For Reigning Time (Part 1)

Contributed by Doug Lyon on Jan 14, 2005

based on 18 ratings

| 4,689 views

Four demands are placed on belivers who desire to win the race of the Christian life.

Shiloh Bible Church Introduction America is a sports-crazed society. And various cities in the US vie for the honor of being known as the sports city. Chicago Sun-Times columnist Ron Rapoport writes: “The thing I like most about writing sports in Chicago is that there is no off season. Wake up ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Independent/Bible

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