Sermons on Running On Empty:

Running In The Valley

Contributed by Craig Benner on Nov 7, 2012

Jesus comes off the mountain and finds a heap of problems in the valley. It is like that for us many times as we look at seeming defeat in the face and cannot understand why.

Down from the Mountain and Roaming the Valley Isa 5:20 Woe unto them that call evil good, and good evil; that put darkness for light, and light for darkness; that put bitter for sweet, and sweet for bitter! Jer 42:6 Whether it be good, or whether it be evil, we will obey the voice of the LORD ...read more

Scripture: Mark 9:14-29

Denomination: Pentecostal

Run To Win

Contributed by Francis Balla on Aug 27, 2012

Christian Life is like a Spiritual Marathon. What do we have to do to prepare for it, stay on the course, and eventually win the race?

Around here in Boston Patriots Day is famously known for “The Boston Marathon” in which runners from all over the world participate. I watched with keen interest as the gun shot went off for the 116th Boston Marathon. Upmost in every ones mind was the question “Who will get the ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24-27

Denomination: Baptist

Man On The Run Series

Contributed by David Henderson on Sep 7, 2012

God was about to ask Jonah to do something he never would have dreamed that God would want him to do. God asked him to actually “care” about these people and to then go and preach the gospel to try and turn the city of Ninevah in the right direction. Bu

Man on the Run Jonah 1:4-17 I can still see the scene from the movie Titanic where the orchestra is brought out on deck to play music-all of this happening while the sip is sinking. Drinks and food are being passed out in the dining room to make everything seem normal. Passengers were eating, ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:4-17

Denomination: Baptist

Keep Running

Contributed by Daniel Cabrera on Mar 24, 2011

A Practical message on how to keep running this race-we call christianity

KEEP RUNNING ………. Text. Gal 5: 7 You were (past tense) running a good race. Who cut in on you and kept you from obeying the truth? Intro: How do we keep running for Jesus? Keep in mind we are not in a 50yrd dash or a sprint.. in it for the long haul I’ve seen many ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 5:7

Denomination: Christian Church

Run The Race

Contributed by Major Gerardo Balmori on Apr 2, 2011

I like to hear stories about people who won’t give up. Quitters aren’t much of an inspiration, but people who stay with a commitment even though the going gets tough are a source of great inspiration to all. Do you remember the man who came to Jesus & s

Mayor Gerardo Balmori The Salvation Army I like to hear stories about people who won’t give up. Quitters aren’t much of an inspiration, but people who stay with a commitment even though the going gets tough are a source of great inspiration to all. Do you remember the man who came to Jesus & ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Salvation Army

Running In Circles

Contributed by James May on Apr 10, 2011

We often find ourselves running in circles around our mountains instead of overcoming them. God said that its time we quit circling an turn to him. Overcome the mountains, walk the path of holiness and cross the finish line victoriously.

Running in Circles Sunday, April 10, 2011 AM Pastor James May I’m not often in a pet store. I just don’t have the time nor the inclination to own a pet. The closest I come to being a pet owner is the 10 gallon aquarium in my home where I keep a few tropical fish and even that ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 2:1-3

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Running The Marathon

Contributed by Sterling Franklin on Jun 21, 2010

The Christian walk is a long marathon -- don't grow weary, pace yourself, and keep your eyes fixed on our model and Savior Jesus!

“Running the Marathon” Text: Hebrews 12:1-4 © 2007, Sterling C. Franklin Free for your use and encouragement Story/Illustration: In high school, I ran several years of track. At the end of each season, there was a conference meet – a big gathering of schools racing against each ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-4

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Running With Horses

Contributed by Ajai Prakash on Jun 8, 2009

Perhaps you’ve run into some difficulties recently: your boss, an illness, conflicts in family. You’ve pleaded with the Lord for relief. But He may have said in response, “Toughen up. Dig in. It may get worse.” And then He asks you to “run with horses."

Opening illustration: Can you imagine what it would be like to be at a track meet waiting for the start of the 100 meter race? Gathered together are the top runners from across the world. Fractions of a second separate these runners. While the marathon is a test of stamina and endurance, the 100 ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 12:1-6

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Run With Endurance Series

Contributed by William Lock on Mar 4, 2009

Like any great athlete we need to learn the importance of dedication and endurance for our Christian race.

HEBREWS 12 A great cloud of witnesses Throw off everything that hinders Run with endurance Fix our eyes on Jesus the Lord disciplines the one he loves A GREAT CLOUD OF WITNESSES Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses… THROW OFF EVERYTHING THAT HINDERS let us ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-13

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Running For The Prize Series

Contributed by Matthew Kratz on Nov 15, 2014

In order to reach people with the truth of the Gospel, we must be willing to accept 1) Self-Denial (v.19-23) and be willing to practice 2) Self -Control (v. 24-27)

After any election, like the recent municipal one, newly elected counselors have a particularly hard calling. They realize that not everyone voted for them yet they must work on behalf of everyone. In Corinth, Paul had the difficult task of working in two distinct cultures: that of Jewish ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:19-27

Denomination: Other

Nowhere To Run

Contributed by Anthony Zibolski on Dec 2, 2014

Running from God is what most people do when they are avoiding God and do not like what He is telling them. Disobedience will cause us to run, but coming clean with God causes us to make wise decisions.

Nowhere to run Jonah chapter 1:1-1:7 This morning we will look at the familiar passage of the prophet Jonah running from God and what can happen if you choose to run from him. This passage will speak to each of us because all of us have attempted to run from God, hide from God and some are ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-7

Denomination: Nazarene

Running Away? Series

Contributed by Paul Clemente on Jun 22, 2015

david was a man on the run and fell into much troubles but God provided a solution

Please open your bibles to 1 Samuel 20….. read with me v30-33….. Because of his ego and wickedness, King Saul decided to kill David even though David was a hero of Israel. All of Israel's armies were after David! David’s life was in danger! David was a “man on the ...read more

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Running In The Night Series

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Apr 17, 2016

Who was this young man who ran away into the night? What's his story and what can it teach us?

OPEN: When things go wrong, as they sometimes will, When the road you're trudging seems all uphill, When the funds are low and the debts are high. And you want to smile, but you have to sigh, When care is pressing you down a bit -- Rest if you must, but don't you quit. ...read more

Scripture: Mark 14:43-52

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Run The Race"

Contributed by David Henderson on May 31, 2016

Have you ever run a race? Have you ever won a medal or a trophy for running a race? It is a thrill to run a race and hear the voices of the people who are watching as they shout words of encouragement. It is an even greater thrill when you finish the race

Run the Race Have you ever run a race? Have you ever won a medal or a trophy for running a race? It is a thrill to run a race and hear the voices of the people who are watching as they shout words of encouragement. It is an even greater thrill when you finish the race and win a medal or a ...read more

Scripture: Philemon 12:1-2

Denomination: Baptist

"Running With Horses"

Contributed by Dr. William D. Poovey on Apr 23, 2015

Jeremiah 12:5 If thou hast run with the footmen, and they have wearied thee, then how canst thou contend with horses..?

"Running With Horses" Jeremiah 12:5 If thou hast run with the footmen, and they have wearied thee, then how canst thou contend with horses? Failed in business - Age 22 Ran for Legislature--defeated 23 Again failed in business 24 Elected to Legislature 25 Sweetheart died ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 12:5

Denomination: Foursquare