Sermons about Running The Race

Martha, Martha

Contributed by Paul Andrew on Jun 12, 2019

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The docility of Mary is the opposite of willfulness of her sister Martha (Self-will run riot)

Recently I read about a Sunday school class for three-year old’s. Their lesson for the day was the story of Jesus’ visit to the home of Mary and Martha. Afterwards, the teacher asked, “What would you do if Jesus were coming to your house today?” One little girl quickly replied, “I would tell my ...read more

Scripture: Luke 10:38-42, Genesis 18:1-10, Colossians 1:24-28

Denomination: Catholic

Com Out, Come Out, Wherever You Are!

Contributed by David Nolte on Mar 27, 2022

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We will learn that one cannot hide from God but that one can run to Him.

I suppose we all have played hide and seek. Some of you – or us – still look for a hiding place when our wives make a list of some major tasks – for us – like vacuuming the carpet, or emptying the dishwasher, or taking out the trash, or picking up socks or putting our clean things in the ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 3:1-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Finding Refuge Series

Contributed by Brian Bill on Jul 7, 2025

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When we run to God for refuge, we will find confidence and contentment now and forevermore.

Finding Refuge Psalm 16 Rev. Brian Bill July 5-6, 2025 I delight when biblical references are made in culture, as long as they’re quoted correctly and reverently. This is especially evident during the Christmas season when gospel-centric Christmas carols saturate the shopping experience. Here ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 16:1-11

Denomination: Baptist

Baggage

Contributed by Pat Cook on Dec 5, 2011

| 16,009 views

The first message as the full-time speaker at a church where I had previously been filling in, preached the first Sunday after a move. Autobiographical, allegorical, and life-applicable.

Hebrews 12:1-3 – Baggage Let me tell you something right from the start: we hate moving. I know we only moved less than 10 minutes away, but that didn’t make things radically different from moving away. Sure, we used several pick-up trucks instead of a U-Haul, and we made several ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

A Problem Of Focus

Contributed by George Bannister on May 20, 2008

based on 4 ratings

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This message deals with the tendency for believers to develop the wrong focus in life.

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-4 ETS: Paul encourages the Hebrew believers to keep focused on Christ. ESS: It is of vital importance that believers keep the proper focus in life. OSS: Christians will repent of having an improper focus in their lives; and commit to refocusing on Christ. PQ: What do the ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-4

Denomination: Baptist

Shine Brightly For Christ In The New Year

Contributed by Otis Mcmillan on Jan 6, 2022

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You see faith in Christ is the beginning of a journey of growth and development. Growth and development is not automatic. Growth and development are brought about by God’s power working in us both the desire and the ability to fulfil His purpose in our lives.

Sermon: Shine Brightly for Christ In the New Year Philippians 2:12-16 “Dear friends, you always followed my instructions when I was with you. And now that I am away, it is even more important. Work hard to show the results of your salvation, obeying God with deep reverence and fear. 13 For God is ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 2:12-16, John 3:16, Amos 4:12, Matthew 5:14-16

Denomination: Methodist

Spiritual Maturity PRO Sermon

Contributed by Sermon Research Assistant on Oct 24, 2023

based on 3 ratings

| 1,316 views

This sermon explores spiritual maturity, understanding God's Word, and fostering unity among believers, as outlined in Ephesians 4:11-16. Key

Good morning, dear friends. Isn't it a joy to gather in the house of the Lord? To be in His presence, to worship Him, and to sit under the teaching of His Word? Indeed, there is no place we would rather be. As we come together today, let us remember the words of the great Charles Spurgeon who once ...read more

Scripture: Ephesians 4:11-16

Topics: Spiritual Maturity

Worth The Wait Series

Contributed by Dennis Davidson on Nov 26, 2007

based on 111 ratings

| 55,399 views

Those who faithfully wait before the Lord will exchange their strength for His and be enabled to perform the tasks of life all the way to its end.

Isaiah 40: 27-31 "WORTH THE WAIT" [Isaiah 55:8-9] Universally it is complained that God is unjust, and usually the person making the complaint believes that God is unjust toward him personally. Is it an accurate statement that God is unjust? If so, why ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:27-31

Denomination: Baptist

"Straight From The Heart"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Nov 14, 2003

based on 21 ratings

| 4,876 views

Finding faith, hope and love in Hebrews and trying to make it practical.

Hebrews 10:11-25 “Straight From the Heart” By: Rev. Kenneth Emerson Sauer, Pastor of Parkview United Methodist Church, Newport News, VA www.parkview-umc.org I don’t know about you, but there are times when I’ll be walking so strongly in the Holy Spirit (and this may go on for weeks or months) ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 10:11-25

Denomination: United Methodist

Surrounded By A Cloud Of Witnesses

Contributed by Tim Zingale on Nov 16, 2001

based on 39 ratings

| 10,339 views

A sermon from Hebrews

Hebrews12:1-13, Hebrews 11:1,2 "Surrounded by a Great Cloud of Witnesses" The sermon this morning is based on a part our lesson from Hebrews, plus a few verses from chapter 11. I would like to share these verses with you: from chapter 11:"Now faith is the assurance of things hoped ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-13, Hebrews 11:1-2

Denomination: Lutheran

“waiting Has Its Rewards”

Contributed by Ian Humphrey on Nov 6, 2015

based on 1 rating

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“Waiting Has Its Rewards”

Isaiah 40:28-31 - “Waiting Has Its Rewards” “But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint” (40:31) Jacob declared: “I have waited ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 40:28-31

Denomination: Holiness

Landmarks

Contributed by Ian Johnson on Jul 4, 2005

based on 14 ratings

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The lord is calling you to set up landmarks in the Spirit! So my people will have something to set their bearings against set up landmarks of eternal value in the Spirit, and my people will find their bearings.

LANDMARKS The lord is calling you to set up landmarks in the Spirit! So my people will have something to set their bearings against My people have lost sight of Jesus, His Word and obedience to the Holy Spirit, and they are setting up landmarks of no eternal value. Big Church, Big sound, big Man, ...read more

Scripture: Deuteronomy 19:14

Denomination: Pentecostal

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Contributed by SermonCentral on Sep 10, 2023

based on 2 ratings

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IT IS THROUGH STRUGGLE THAT MANY OF US LEARN HOW TO FLY I DON'T KNOW IF YOU REALIZED IT YET

Life is a struggle. From the moment we are born until the day we die, we face various challenges and difficulties. However, it is through these struggles that we discover our strength and learn how to overcome. In this sermon, we will explore the concept of struggling but still winning, finding ...read more

Scripture: 2 Corinthians 4:7-9

Topics: Struggles, Learning

God Destinations Series

Contributed by Mark Hall on Jan 7, 2024

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Have you ever considered the destinations that God has designed for your life?

I give my permission for this sermon to be used in its fullest for the glory of God. May all who read it and hear be blessed. GOD’S DESTINATION For the past several weeks we have looked at what it means to run the great race of eternity and to finish strong by keeping the faith. Today, and next ...read more

Scripture: Jeremiah 29:11, Romans 8:28, Colossians 2:13, Matthew 5:6, Matthew 6:33, Ephesians 2:4-7, Revelation 3:21, 2 Timothy 4:7 (view more) (view less)

Denomination: Independent/Bible

#4 Five Levels Of Waiting Series

Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Mar 7, 2003

based on 37 ratings

| 10,818 views

We consider five levels of waiting: soaring, running, walking, sitting, lie down.(This is part #4)

5 WAITING LEVELS By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com This is Part 4 in a series on waiting and patience. TEXT: Isa. 40:31 But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run and not grow weary; they shall walk and ...read more

Scripture: Luke 21:19, Isaiah 40:31

Denomination: Assembly Of God

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