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  • Stephen Carroll avatar

    Enduring The Race

    Contributed by Stephen Carroll on Feb 22, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 7,942 views

    The writer of the letter to the Hebrews compares our faith walk to a race that is to be run with perseverance. This not one of those races you may have run at an elementary school field day, You know the ones where everyone got a medal even if they ran th

    Enduring for the Gold Hebrews 12: 1-3 12:1 Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. 2 Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author ...read more

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    Denomination: Salvation Army

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    Run The Race

    Contributed by Chris Swanson on Dec 29, 2022
     | 953 views

    Everyone gets tired now and then, but God’s power never diminishes, and He is never too fatigued or too preoccupied to hear us or to assist us.

    We gain our strength from Him, and to do that, we need to take a moment to refresh ourselves and gain energy. That is accomplished when we can call upon the Lord for help. • Jeremiah 31:25, For I have satiated the weary soul, and I have replenished every sorrowful soul. • Psalm 27:14, Wait on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

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    Running The Race

    Contributed by Arlen Payne on Jan 21, 2023
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    Paul uses a race to illustrate the Christian life.

    Running the Race Hebrews 12:1-2 Intro. I used to be a runner. - Cross Country - Not anymore Paul illustrates the Christian life as a race. Vs. 1 I. The participants A. Those watching 1. I don’t think I remember anyone watching me 2. However, in our Christian walk there is “a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Running The Race

    Contributed by Jimmy Chapman on Jun 21, 2007
    based on 41 ratings
     | 16,066 views

    The essentials for winning in the race.

    Running The Race Hebrews 12:1-3 Our generation is generation that loves sports. Many of you ladies can identify with the wife who was told by her husband, "Honey, now before football season starts, is there anything you would like to say to me?" If the Apostle Paul were alive today, he would ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Running The Race

    Contributed by Daniel Bauder on Nov 12, 2006
     | 4,155 views

    Just like an athlete gives his all to win his event, God expects us to give Him our all.

    RUNING THE RACE I Corinthians 9:24-27 November 5, 2006 Broadway Baptist Church Rev Dan Bauder INTRODUCTION There are several things we can see from our scripture this morning but if we remember nothing else from this message we need to remember God’s people haven’t changed since Paul was ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A New Race Series

    Contributed by Tom Fuller on Mar 1, 2009
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    All that Adam did by his willful disobedience to God’s command - infecting the human race with sin and the resulting death - Jesus undid by one sacrifice. Learn about the new race He created and how you can be a part of it.

    To understand what Paul is talking about in Romans 5:12-21 we have to go back to the beginning, not of creation, but of sin. 12 – 14 Sin is basically independence from God. Genesis 2:15-17 The Lord God took the man and put him in the garden of Eden to work it and keep it. 16 And the Lord God ...read more

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    Denomination: Calvary Chapel

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    The Race Of Life

    Contributed by Mark Perryman on May 31, 2007
    based on 4 ratings
     | 3,329 views

    Running the race of life

    INTRO: Pastor and I driving Josh football game, notice Shannon running. Thank the Lord that I was not out there running, but as I began to reflect came to the conclusion that we’re all in a race – the race of life. TITLE: The Race of Life TEXT: I Corinthians 9:24-27 (READ) I. Race of ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Race To The Tomb

    Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Mar 31, 2010
    based on 6 ratings
     | 6,903 views

    All of us are running in this world. Some are running to God, some trying to run away from Him. How far will they go? We should be running in a spiritual way. All our focus needs to be on the tomb where Jesus rose to new life and will take us with him to

    Opening illustration: I think of Eric Liddell. The movie Chariots of Fire depicts how his sister Jenny tried to persuade Eric to give up his running, and go to China with her to be a missionary. He said, "No, God has made me fast and called me to run." It would have been wrong at that point to be a ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Run To Win Series

    Contributed by Steve Smith on Dec 15, 2007
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     | 3,955 views

    We are all in a race of faith. A race that is to mature in faith allowing us to be the masterpiece Jesus created us to be! So run so as to win the race!

    INTRODUCTION A. Series “Becoming Contagious” to a Close! 1. “The Stockpile Factor” - Blessings 2. “A Contagious Heart” - Compassion 3. “A Contagious Faith” - Preparedness 4. “A Contagious Race” – Methods of Sharing 5. “A Contagious Storyteller” - Testimony 6. “A Contagious Message” – Gospel ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Passion Youth Sermon

    Contributed by Youth Sermons on Sep 5, 2023
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    Paul, in 2 Timothy 4:7, shares three things he did to maintain his passion for Christ and the Church. These three things can help us develop a sustainable cadence in our lives: Fight the Good Fight, Finish the Race, and Keep the Faith.

    Today, we're chatting about the rhythms in our lives - the good, the bad, and the ugly. We're gonna talk about how to keep our fire for Jesus and the Church burning bright, no matter what. Imagine a candle. When you first light it, the flame is strong and bright. But if you don't take care of it, ...read more

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    God's Not Finished With You Yet

    Contributed by Horace Wimpey on Feb 7, 2013
    based on 14 ratings
     | 32,608 views

    This sermon is for our senior appreciation Sunday. God's word tells us that we can't retire from serving Him.

    God’s Not Finished With You Yet 2 Corinthians 4:16-18 Intro: Valentine’s Day is this week. I hope all of you are getting prepared to tell your sweetheart how much you love them. Valentine’s Day can have some issues for our seniors though. Let me tell you what I mean. . A couple ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Reaching For The Prize -2 Series

    Contributed by Shine Thomas on Feb 7, 2017
     | 8,768 views

    As believers we are in a running race. Every race has a finish line and a prize. This sermon focuses on how reaching for the prize in Christ should be the priority for a believer. A powerful New Year sermon.

    Follow us on: Website: https://cityharvestag.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CityHarvestA... Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cityharvestag/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CityHarvestAGChurch/featured A blessed New year to you. It is such a joy to have you back again this evening. ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Jacob- Approaching The Finish Line Series

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Jun 2, 2022
     | 3,011 views

    Jacob had relocated to Egypt thanks to all Joseph had done. While there Jacob realized he was approaching the finish line for his earthly journey. He also did something very special for two of his grandsons.

    Introduction: At this stage of his life, Jacob was 130 years of age, and had relocated to Egypt thanks to his son Joseph. What Jacob may have thought of this, that his son was the second most powerful man in Egypt and maybe one of the most influential in that part of the world, is never known. But ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Know Where You Are Going Series

    Contributed by Louis Gibson on Apr 19, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,408 views

    Like the Extreme Cowboy Race, as Christians we too are in a race. We must saddle up and ride to win the race.

    Extreme Cowboy Race John 16:5-16 Pastor Louis Gibson April 15 2008 “Extreme Cowboy Race” RFD tv airs with Craig Cameron. A race with obstacles like the Texas Three-step, log drag, water hazard, etc… It is a timed event with points awarded based upon a set of five criteria; 1. horsemanship, 2. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Going For The Gold Series

    Contributed by Brad Rigney on Feb 18, 2006
    based on 9 ratings
     | 5,027 views

    This sermon looks at a main attribute in helping us to live our lives to the best - to run the race that is marked for us and finish well, according to God’s standards.

    Going for the Gold in Life Hebrews 12:1-3 Intro.: A. Wow, did you get to see the Men’s Figure Skating event in this years Olympics? It was quite an event. Many of the lead skaters had great problems doing their jumps. US Figure Skater, Evan Lysacek won the Silver Medal. He persevered so ...read more

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    Denomination: Adventist