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  • Mark Schaeufele avatar

    Long Distance Runner Series

    Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Apr 20, 2007
    based on 5 ratings
     | 4,897 views

    As Christians, we are not sprinters, but long distance runners.

    Long Distance Runner Text: Heb. 12:1-3 Introduction 1. Illustration: You are a long distance runner You can feel the pain in your side Yet you must run on You are a long distance runner Keep your face in the wind And you’ll soon be home I can see the strain on your face Keep your eye on the ...read more

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    Denomination: Methodist

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    Keep Your Eyes On Jesus - Part 1

    Contributed by Bo Dunford on Nov 23, 2017
     | 21,084 views

    Keeping our eyes on Jesus Power Point is available upon request

    HEBREWS 12:1-2 “KEEP YOUR EYES ON JESUS” – PART 1 A) The great golfer Arnold Palmer recalled the final hole of the 1961 Masters tournament. * He told of how he had a one-stroke lead and had just hit a very satisfying tee shot. * He felt he was in pretty good shape ... As he approached his ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Journey

    Contributed by Ralph Andrus on Aug 26, 2010
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,053 views

    Using the acrostic R.A.C.E. - Reason, Avenue, Commitment, Expectation

    Traveling from one place to another, usually taking a rather long time; a trip: a six-day journey across the desert. - Our vacation to Canada via the long route - A RACE explain it all Hebrews 12:1-2KJV 1 Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Run For Your Life Series

    Contributed by Carl Allen on Jun 12, 2008
    based on 5 ratings
     | 5,221 views

    As we continue in our study of Hebrews, we continue to look at the importance of faith in the Christian life as we run the race of life.

    Run for Your Life Hebrews 12:1-3 Intro Throughout our study of the book of Hebrews, we have noted the emphasis on being steadfast in our faith; the warning against developing unbelief and the need for a faith that endures. This emphasis continues, with our own life of faith described here in the ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Mike Rickman avatar

    Remember Us

    Contributed by Mike Rickman on May 26, 2017
     | 3,846 views

    The church today is the great cloud of witnesses of tomorrow.

    May 28, 2017 Morning Worship Text: Hebrews 12:1-2 Subject: Memorial Day Title: Remember Us Memorial Day weekend! The un-official beginning of Summer. The pools are opened. Kids are out of school. We are now busy for the next three months taking time to find ways to enjoy ourselves. Travel, ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Clint Shrum avatar

    Running To Win

    Contributed by Clint Shrum on Nov 25, 2007
    based on 12 ratings
     | 9,101 views

    5 elements for running and winning in your Christian race

    RUNNING TO WIN Hebrews 12:1-2 Intro: When I study a message I try to address these six questions. Who was it written to and who is doing the writing, what is the subject that is being discussed, when was it written, where was it written, why was it written and how was it written. I feel like ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Living A Successful Christian Life

    Contributed by Jerry Flury on Aug 30, 2014
    based on 4 ratings
     | 20,226 views

    By the world's standards the men and women in Hebrews 11 were anything but successes but in God's eyes they succeeded. Based on their testimony, the opening of Hebrews 12 tells us what it will take for us to live successful Christian lives.

    Living a Successful Christian Life Hebrews 12:1-3 What comes to your mind when you hear the term "a successful Christian"? How you answer is dependent on your definition of success. Many consider success to be power, prosperity, and prestige. The most common definition of success given is ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    A Prophetic Body Builder Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Sep 6, 2015
    based on 16 ratings
     | 15,671 views

    Some scholars call the gifts in Rom 12 "motivational" gifts. What do they mean by that and how does that help us understand the value and purpose of the gift of prophecy?

    Have you ever heard of a TV personality from years ago named Merv Griffin? Back in his heyday Mr. Griffin hosted a TV talk show called "The Merv Griffin Show" where he would have guests who would sit down with him and talk about their lives and the passions in their lives. One of those guests ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    Fruitful Life On The Vine Series

    Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 5, 2020
    based on 7 ratings
     | 15,770 views

    Jesus said "I am the vine, you are the branches. Apart from me you can do nothing?" But that doesn't make any sense... or does it?

    OPEN: About a 35-minute drive SW of London is a tourist attraction that was once a royal palace. It’s called Hampton Court. It was built over 500 years ago and was a favorite residence of Henry VIII. A couple hundred years later, during George III's reign (the King who had problems with the ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Running The Christian Race

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Mar 17, 2025
     | 316 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

  • Rodney Burton avatar

    Heaven Is Counting On You

    Contributed by Rodney Burton on Jan 26, 2009
    based on 14 ratings
     | 6,044 views

    We have a responsibility to run the race God has called us to. All of Heaven is counting on us and rooting us on.

    n We are being rooted on by the hosts of heaven that have gone on before us. n It is our duty to continue and finish what they started. n The baton has been passed to you and me. How do we accomplish this? 1. PRACTICE (1 Corinthians 9:25) * Lay aside the weight—“weight”=mass, burden, hindrance ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • MELVIN MAUGHMER, JR. avatar

    Don't Quit

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Nov 22, 2021
     | 13,557 views

    Life has a way of hitting you at times that will break your heart, crush your spirit, cause you to question God, and even wonder is it even worth going forward.

    “Don’t Quit” By Bishop Melvin L Maughmer, Jr. OPENING: Earlier this week I had a friend of mine text me and in the text they said, “I went to the doctor and he told me it is C pray for me Melvin I am scared”. As I began to text back and forth with my friend and try to encourage them and pray with ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic

  • Stephen E. Trail avatar

    Hardships & Hazards On The Home Strech

    Contributed by Stephen E. Trail on Mar 7, 2016
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,937 views

    A sermon to encourage believers to finish the Christian race.

    Hardships & Hazards On the Home Stretch Hebrews 12:1-2 Hebrews 12:1 Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience the race that is set before us, 2 Looking ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    What Is Hindering You?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 2, 2025
     | 142 views

    You did run well? What is hindering our potential that keeps us from growing? We need to apply our hearts to wisdom!

    WHAT HINDERS US? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com (YouTube: Wade Hughes) LET US LOOK AT WHAT HINDERS GOD’S PEOPLE. IN DANCING WHAT DOES: CUT IN MEAN? GOD, REVEAL TRUTH TO US. WHAT CAN DERAIL AND HINDER US? MANY OBSTACLES WILL CAUSE US TO LOSE FOCUS AND CHANGE OUR ATTITUDES ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Rev. Samuel Arimoro avatar

    Running The Race Of Faith With Endurance

    Contributed by Rev. Samuel Arimoro on Jun 2, 2025
     | 243 views

    The Christian life is likened to a race — not a short sprint, but a marathon that requires perseverance, focus, discipline, and determination.

    RUNNING THE RACE OF FAITH WITH ENDURANCE By Rev. Samuel Arimoro Main Text: Hebrews 12:1-2 Supporting Texts: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, Philippians 3:13-14, Isaiah 40:31, 2 Timothy 4:7-8 INTRODUCTION: The Christian life is likened to a race — not a short sprint, but a marathon that requires ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God