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  • Russ Barksdale avatar

    It's A Worthy Race Series

    Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Oct 4, 2018
     | 7,232 views

    If you’re a Christ-follower, God has called you to be a runner. Are you running? If you’re a Christ-follower, God has called you to be a runner. Did you know that? And Are you running the race well?

    It’s a worthy race. Hebrews 12:1-3 Story of someone who was running for their or someone’s life… Hebrews 12:1-3 Are you a runner? I ran track and cross country in high school. When I got out of college and moved to Houston to work for Shell, I began to run to maintain my health and weight. ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    It's A Challenging Race Series

    Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Oct 9, 2018
     | 6,167 views

    1. We are called to action 2. Our action must be decisive. 3. We must decide to release ALL distractions.

    “It’s A Challenging Race.” v.1b 1. We are called to action 2. Our action must be decisive. 3. We must decide to release ALL distractions. Opening Illustration (video of runner tripping in tape from 00:02-00:51 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nMlxxNRQRro ) Turn to Hebrews ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    It's A Lengthy Race Series

    Contributed by Russ Barksdale on Oct 30, 2018
     | 9,191 views

    So how do you garner and foster endurance? Endurance is built by repetition, Endurance is increased by pushing our limits, Endurance is fueled by our commitment to finish strong.

    It’s a lengthy race. Hebrews 12:1-3 So how do you garner and foster endurance? 1. Endurance is built by repetition 2. Endurance is increased by pushing our limits Man’s extremities are God’s opportunities. 3. Endurance is fueled by our commitment to finish strong “For you ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Barry O Johnson avatar

    Running Your Race

    Contributed by Barry O Johnson on Sep 14, 2022
     | 5,250 views

    In this life, every single person is running a race. It’s either a race that will lead to an eternity with Jesus or it’s a race that will separate them from Jesus.

    Turn with me to Hebrews 12 and look at the last part of verse one: “… let us run with patience the race that is set before us.” Each one of us is running a race. And many of us don’t know it. Whether we are sons of God on our way to an eternity with our Father, or whether we are sons of Adam ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Running The Race Of Faith

    Contributed by Jonathan Kruschel on Apr 25, 2019
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     | 7,043 views

    How is your race of Christian faith going? Tired? Seemingly endless hurdles? Great? Easy? Jesus takes us off the spiritual treadmill and hands us the prize of heaven! Run as one who has already won!

    Are you familiar with these decals or stickers? (26.2 or 13.1) You might see them on the back of a car or truck. They are the distances for a marathon (26.2 miles) and half marathon (13.1 miles). People might put them on their vehicle as an indication that they have run a marathon or half ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

  • David Welch avatar

    Keep Running The Race Series

    Contributed by David Welch on Apr 30, 2018
     | 7,210 views

    Message 11 from Philippians

    "Keep Running the Race” Paul’s letter to the Philippians offers some key elements to “Maintaining the Joy of the Lord No Matter What”. I. ADOPT THE RIGHT AXIS -- SUPERIOR PERSPECTIVE The Exaltation of Christ in Everything Passion to Praise Jesus II. MAINTAIN THE RIGHT ATTITUDE -- SUPERIOR PATTERN ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Missionary Alliance

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    A Race Run Well Series

    Contributed by Andrew Dixon on May 23, 2021
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     | 6,162 views

    We are all running towards a goal and our reward is the crown of righteousness that the Lord has promised to all those who run and finish well. However, in order to attain this imperishable crown, we need to exercise self-control in every area of our life.

    A race run well The Apostle Paul writing to the Church in Corinth admonishes them this way. He says to them in 1 Corinthians 9:24 -25,“Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one receives the prize? So run, that you may obtain it. Every athlete exercises self-control in all ...read more

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    Denomination: Other

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    Running The Race To Win!

    Contributed by Jonathan Spurlock on Aug 2, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,168 views

    The Corinthian version of the Olympics was something the people of Corinth knew well. Paul used this knowledge to show how believers could win, or lose, rewards depending on how each one runs his or her race.

    Based on a message preached at First Baptist Church, Chamois, MO; not an exact transcription. Introduction: Paul had led many Corinthians to faith in Christ during his stay there (see Acts 18). Now he’s away from them and he’s pointing out some problems these new believers were having. Here in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Race Toward Godliness

    Contributed by John Dobbs on Aug 2, 2023
     | 1,274 views

    Someone said that running in the morning ensured that nothing worse can happen to you in that day.

    Race Toward Godliness 1 Timothy 6:11-16 Introduction Someone said that running in the morning ensured that nothing worse can happen to you in that day. Other people are bigger fans. “This is the hardest thing I’ve ever put my body through, but for me, running is a mental game. I’ve learned that ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    The Intense Race Of Life

    Contributed by Edward Hardee on Jun 5, 2023
     | 1,396 views

    Life is like a race. As we have seen from the opening video there are some characteristics of a race we must observe.

    Title: The Race of Life Theme: Showing how life is like a race. Text: Hebrews 12:1 - 3 Introduction Opened with Video from https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nIFOG9CMr_E Was that not cute or what? I had to play it because it is the cutest and funniest thing I have seen in a while. I like it ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

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    The Great Race Of Faith Series

    Contributed by Mark Hall on Oct 8, 2023
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,736 views

    I give my full permission for this sermon to be used in its fullness for the glory of God. What you do on this journey, and how well you run your race will greatly impact your final standing in eternity.

    THE GREAT RACE OF FAITH Please open your Bible to Hebrews 12 and 2 Timothy 4:7 as we begin a new series of sermons regarding your journey through life. All of us are on a journey called the great race of life. What you do on this journey, and how well you run your race will greatly impact your ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Denn Guptill avatar

    Therefore, Run The Race Series

    Contributed by Denn Guptill on Oct 21, 2023
     | 2,820 views

    As we continue our therefore series, we take a look at Hebrews 12, and how we are the run our race.

    Part of my misspent youth was spent hanging around Racehorses and those who bet on horse races. I’ve mentioned before that my sister and I both had horses when we were teenagers, and when we lived in Hammond River, just outside of Saint John, New Brunswick, we boarded them at a farm that provided ...read more

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    Denomination: Wesleyan

  • Antonio Manaytay avatar

    Running The Race With Perseverance

    Contributed by Antonio Manaytay on Nov 21, 2024
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     | 1,069 views

    This sermon explores the three key principles in running the race: laying aside hindrances, fixing our focus, and enduring until the finish.

    Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-2 "Let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us, fixing our eyes on Jesus, the pioneer and perfecter of faith." Introduction: The Race of Faith Life is often compared to a race. It’s not a sprint but a marathon—one that requires endurance, focus, and ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    Holy Race - Responsibility Series

    Contributed by Rev. Dr. Andrew B Natarajan on Feb 16, 2025
     | 527 views

    When Israel failed in the sight of the Lord, the families of the earth were blessed through Abraham. We have the privileges, prestige with responsibility. Let us strive for holiness.

    Theme: Holy Nation – Responsibility Text: 1 Peter 2:1-12   Greetings: The Lord is good and his love endures forever. Introduction: We are having the annual theme “Be Ye holy”, in this month, we are now meditating on the theme of Holy Race. Israelites had this title for many centuries but ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Running The Christian Race

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 17, 2025
     | 849 views

    The Christian life is often likened to a race. It requires discipline, perseverance, and a focus on the prize that lies ahead.

    RUNNING THE CHRISTIAN RACE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 12:1-2 Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, Philippians 3:13-14, 2 Timothy 4:7-8, Galatians 5:7, James 1:12 INTRODUCTION The Christian life is often likened to a race. It requires discipline, perseverance, and a ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God