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  • Ewen Huffman avatar

    Running Free

    Contributed by Ewen Huffman on Dec 6, 2005
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,072 views

    A sermon delivered at the local University Christian Union on how to run the race free and unhindered- and how to run the race till the end. (Covers a fair amount about proofing against falling away).

    Running Free heb 12:1-13. Uni of Winch. 5th Dec 2005 In 1968 Tanzania selected John Stephen Akhwari to represent it in the Mexico City Olympics. During the marathon, he stumbled & fell seriously damaging his knee. By 7pm an Ethiopian runner had won the race, and all others had finished. Only a ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Gold Medal Christians

    Contributed by Dr. Odell Belger on Mar 29, 2022
     | 1,900 views

    When the Olympic games come, nations around the world get excited as some of the best athletes in the world gather to compete.

    Some of the: • Fastest swimmers • Fastest runners • Best boxers • Best Basketball players • Best Volleyball players • Best weight lifters … all will gather at one place and compete. We all enjoy watching these amazing athletes. We have nothing but admiration and respect for them. However, we do ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Be Christian!

    Contributed by Jay Mcphearson on Aug 26, 2007
    based on 1 rating
     | 5,017 views

    If being a follower of Christ means something, prove it!

    If you want the free powerpoint that goes with this sermon, please email me (jaywmc@aol.com) and reference this sermon title. Be Christian! James 1:19-27 If being a follower of Christ means something, prove it! Sunday Morning Sermon 08.26.07 Intro: (Start with title and text) What would happen if ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

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    We Win Series

    Contributed by Dean Rhine on Nov 12, 2012
     | 7,695 views

    Winning the race of the Christian life

    Hebrews 12 - 10/28/12 PRAY - Turn with me this morning to the book of Hebrews, chapter 12. We have been going through this book that talks about the “better” system we have in Jesus Christ. The book is written to Jewish Christians who were tempted to go back to the OT sacrificial ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Preparing For The Success

    Contributed by Joel Santos on Jul 22, 2006
    based on 74 ratings
     | 34,449 views

    Our introduction on your outline is: ON YOUR MARK. GET SET. GO! and this applies not just to racing but to life. The more we are prepared for what we have to face in life, the better we’ll be able to run the race that God wants us to run.

    PREPARING FOR SUCCESS Nehemiah Chapter 2 INTRO: ON YOUR MARK. GET SET. GO! Runners are you ready? (Runners shake arms and legs to loosen them up). On your mark! (One runner gets down in position. The other, who was standing behind gets distracted by a better view of the crowd and remains ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Jerusalem 500 Series

    Contributed by Jerry Shirley on May 23, 2007
    based on 48 ratings
     | 4,110 views

    Parable of the 2 Debtors--Good theme for NASCAR or INDY race weekends. One was forgiven 50 denarii and the other 500. Jesus uses this to aid our understanding of sin and forgiveness. Link included to formatted text, audio, and ’Race Style’ PowerPoint Temp

    The Jerusalem 500 Luke 7:41-43 http://gbcdecatur.org/sermons/Jerusalem500.html The Indy 500 was this afternoon [5-27-07], but the biggest race of our life should be the race to the place of forgiveness to be saved! Make no pit stops at good works, baptism, or communion…just trust completely in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Keep On Running

    Contributed by Anthony Neal on Jul 25, 2015
    based on 3 ratings
     | 26,594 views

    Sermon to encourage believers not to give up, but endure the obstacles that life brings us.

    1 THEREFORE WE ALSO, SINCE WE ARE SURROUNDED BY SO GREAT A CLOUD OF WITNESSES, LET US LAY ASIDE EVERY WEIGHT, AND THE SIN WHICH SO EASILY ENSNARES [US], AND LET US RUN WITH ENDURANCE THE RACE THAT IS SET BEFORE US, 2 LOOKING UNTO JESUS, THE AUTHOR AND FINISHER OF [OUR] FAITH, WHO FOR THE JOY THAT ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Ditch The Rat Race. Run The Right Race. (Theme Adapted From Larry Jacobs)

    Contributed by Daniel Habben on Mar 25, 2013
    based on 1 rating
     | 4,544 views

    Ditch the Rat Race. Run the Right Race. 1) Run after a better prize. 2) Run as others have done. 3) Run empowered by Jesus.

    Would you believe me if I told you that Canadians today are working fewer hours than they were over thirty years ago? Statistics Canada reports that in 2011 the average Canadian worked 36.4 hours per week compared to 38 hours per week in 1976. However, as you can see from the chart (displayed on ...read more

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    Denomination: Lutheran

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    Quitters And Winners

    Contributed by Charles R. Swindoll on Sep 13, 2006
    based on 15 ratings
     | 15,109 views

    Quitting is a common malady among Christians. Many start this race with a false concept of its requirements, and leave disillusioned.

    Biblical Text: 2 Tim. 4:6-8 (KJV) “For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand. I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Know Where You Are Going Series

    Contributed by Louis Gibson on Apr 19, 2008
    based on 4 ratings
     | 5,406 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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    "many Are Called, But Few Are Chosen."

    Contributed by Dr. Jerry Hulse on Jul 8, 2022
    based on 1 rating
     | 3,404 views

    God chooses weak and inexperienced individuals to confound the wise and accomplish great things on earth. If you feel you have a calling on your life, rejoice that God has chosen you for a particular purpose to showcase his strength and power through you to others.

    SCRIPTURAL REFERENCES (1 Corinthians 1:28-29) "God chose the lowly things of this world and the despised things—and the things that are not—to nullify the things that are, so that no one may boast before him." (1 Peter ...read more

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    Denomination: Pentecostal

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    I Ran The Race-----And Won! Series

    Contributed by Richard Mc Quinn on Oct 2, 2010
    based on 3 ratings
     | 5,355 views

    Paul writes as a Pastor to his beloved church. He tells them of what joy he receives of their ministry. He encourages them to keep on doing the right things and not agrue, grumble, or fight. Be of one accord.

    I RAN THE RACE AND WON! 10-3-10 New Liberty Christian Church, Veedersburg, IN with Pastor Richard T. McQuinn TEXT: PHILIPPIANS 2:1-30 INTRODUCTION: This is a second of a series of sermons from the book of Philippians. The Apostle Paul is writing to perhaps his favorite church. It is a ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Shawn Drake avatar

    Freedom Letter- Run A Good Race Series

    Contributed by Shawn Drake on Mar 7, 2021
    based on 3 ratings
     | 2,165 views

    This is the 44th sermon in the Action Series. This series began during the COVID-19 pandemic. This study in Acts will also include the letters written to the Churches. This is the 10th sermon from the Letter to the Galatians.

    Series: Action [#44] FREEDOM LETTER- RUN A GOOD RACE Galatians 5:1-12 Introduction: Many years ago, I coached the High School Swimming team. I had several athletes that went to College on scholarships; but the athlete I was thinking about while I was preparing this sermon, went on to compete ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

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    Finish The Race/ The Saints Are Cheering Us On

    Contributed by J Jeffrey Smead on Aug 12, 2010
    based on 148 ratings
     | 84,716 views

    My greatest cheerleader of all over the years, my mother who while dying from Leukemia would call and ask how she could pray for me. Updated February 2020. Who I held in my arms and while I sang Jesus name above all names she took her final breath. She to is cheering me on.

    I enjoy listening to stories about people who will not give up; ...... stories of those who stay the course ... even though ... the "going ...gets tough". They are a source of great inspiration ... to all. Remember the man who came to Jesus and said, ..."I will follow you wherever ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican

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    What Happened

    Contributed by Melvin Maughmer, Jr. on Dec 2, 2011
    based on 8 ratings
     | 25,552 views

    You ran well who did hinder you. You don't do what you use to do.

    “What Happened” By Pastor M.L. Maughmer, Jr. TEXT: Galatians 5:7 “Ye did run well; who did hinder you that you should not obey the truth?” I truly feel that the most beautiful and precious sight in the church is when a soul is delivered from the grips of sin and that ...read more

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    Denomination: Apostolic