Your family. Last week we began talking about discovering and using our resources in our series on Dealing with Stress. Family can be a distraction. WebWe need to run with endurance the race that is set before us. Prayer: How often are you talking with the Father each day? Never give up. A Greek-English lexicon of the New Testament and other early Christian literature. Maybe in your race you've been knocked off your feet a few times. 8:33-39), THE DISTINCTION OF THE SPIRIT LIFE (Romans8:31-39), THE DETERMINATION OF THE SPIRIT LIFE (Romans8:28-30), THE DILIGENCE OF THE SPIRIT LIFE (Romans8:18-27), THE DELIGHTS OF THE SPIRIT LIFE (Romans8:14-17), THE DIFFERENCES OF THE SPIRIT LIFE (Romans8:5-13), THE DELIVERANCE OF THE SPIRIT LIFE (Romans8:1-4), PAULS SPIRITUAL AUTOBIOGRAPHY PART 2 (Romans7:14-25), PAULS SPIRITUAL AUTOBIOGRAPHY: PART 1 (Romans7:7-13), MARRIED? WebThe Christian race requires new life to participate. However, I want to encourage you, my fellow believers, to keep at it; dont quit. A race that requires endurance and preparation. Races are not always won by the fastest. We choose to do our will instead of his. He was raised in a despicable town Nazareth Luke 2:39, 8. Sermon Outline: When you feel like quitting, just look to Jesus and consider the race He ran for you and me. read more, Scripture: Because they ran well, they have received their reward. His was a race that set the perfect example of how a race should be run. To make advance is reward enough to a true disciple; but to get to the goal and get the prize too that is heaven.Conclusion: 1. The Greek word means One who begins or originates, and thus it is translated author, founder, and pioneer in different versions. Sometimes, I possessed pure motives and would end my prayer with wanting Gods will to be done more than mine even if that meant the dreadful loss. Winning is not beating the other runners. 8:20; Luke 9:58, 11. A Closer Walk With God. The one who holds the planets in orbit says something about his divine resilience. Likewise, the great need for spiritual races is persistence. 12:1-2 on several occasions Paul likened the Christian life to a race.. **politics,religion,sportsthirst for sportswe are in a race.. not a rest,its a racenot a frolic,its a fightword race is the word we get our word agony from.the discipline of an athelete, and the determination of a championimportant Philippians 3:12-14. You can bring home the gold. They Have Run Their Race These were people who ran the race they had been given. "Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but one receives the prize? This is no ordinary race. Web2. The Greek word for race is agon from which we get our word agony. Pentecostal. You Might Feel Like You are By Your Self, But Just Stay In The Race." Your past times can be a distraction. Devotions by Steve Troxel VOL 2 PdfBook, B3.1 Discovering Your FREEDOM In CHRIST by Neil TAnderson, B3.2 The Bondage Breaker by Neil TAnderson, C1. B. Some runners carry kitchen sinks or push beds as they sprint down the street. "No, I just walked out to the mailbox.". After many weeks of chariot lessons he told the director, "I think I can drive the chariot all right, but I'm not at all sure I can actually win the race." You know where you are weak. Hebrews 12:1-3, Philippians 3:10-14, Denomination: Hebrews 12:1-2 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,Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith. Hebrews 12:1-2 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,Looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith. You say to yourself, "This is the race I was created to run. Numbers 11:1-25(Moses), Christian Living / Victory / Renew Mind / Overcoming Life (PDFBooks), Spiritual Warfare Prayers and Sermons (PDFBooks), Dont Waste Your Life by Dr John Piper (PDFBook), Discovering Your Freedom In Christ by Neil T Anderson(PDF), Breaking up the Fallow Ground Hosea10:12, Break Up Your Fallow Ground New YearMessage, Seven Reasons for Unbelief (ParadigmShift), THE RESULTS OF LIFES TRIALS Job2:7-13, The 5 Most Shocking Things in the BIBLE (MustRead). They could not be further from the truth! read more. Stay in the Race! that is first in a series, one who began someth. 12:2 Msg). In the spiritual race you are running, don't quit. In doing so, they stand as an encouragement and a challenge to the rest of us. We arrange our life around certain disciplines that help us gain power and strength to become more like Jesus each day, to live a life as Jesus taught and modeled. The one time you began a running program you ran down your driveway, onto the sidewalk in front of your house getting to the end of your yard only to turn around exhausted and panting barely making back to your La-z-boy. He was left alone, rejected and forsaken by all of His friends Mark 14:50. In a day when runners seem to be dropping out on every hand, there are times when it is easy to be discouraged about your own race. My goal in preaching this message is that when we reach the end of this race we might say with the Apostle Paul, I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith. 2 Tim. (Ill. Have any of you ever suffered to that degree? But run it with the hope that God wants you to have in Christ. Keep going. Order Curriculum, Literature, and Church Supplies, by Rick Ezell on Wednesday, January 01, 2014 at 7:00 AM. Worship: Are you praising the Father in regular times of worship? Hey, its all a matter of perspective anyway!). read more, Scripture: Where is the joy in dying like a common criminal? INTRODUCTION read more, Scripture: 9:25 HCSB). for all endurance and patience" (Col. 1:11 HCSB). 17. When the race is over, we will go to be with Him, where we too will receive the rewards earned during the course of our race here on earth Ill. Pauls expectation 2 Tim. Family can be a distraction. A Popeye singing, "Im strong to the finish" WebThe Christian race requires new life to participate. 12:1-3 1 Kings 11:4-11, 1 Kings 11:4, Denomination: Each look at Jesus would strengthen us to endure and finish well. He was charged with demon possession Mark 3:22, 14. Do you realize the number of hours an Olympian trains? Every weight would fall off and every sin would untangle from us. Bible. Personal discipline is essential if we are to keep our eyes focused on Jesus. By focusing on that joy we can endure. Your past times can be a distraction. God is absolutely dependable, Heb. His was a race in which He never faltered. Please see below for details. Solomon was a good man. View Latest Resources Resource Categories: Articles Conference Messages Interviews Music Podcast Sermons Browse Resources By: Author Scripture Series Topic Event All three were a part of this Church family and each in their own way has made an impact in our lives. read more, Scripture: (LogOut/ This is one of the key messages of the book of Hebrews. So you can win the race. Back to your home and the U.S. Olympic Committee's invitation. In Hebrews, the writer reminds Christians to run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus, the founder and perfector of our faith.. He should always be the focus of our faith because He is the giver and wellspring of faith. Run in your own lane; stay in your own lane. By focusing on that joy we can endure. Stay in the Race Let us run with endurance the race that is set before us (Hebrews 12:1, NAS). You picture yourself mingling with the elite athletes of the world. Stay in the Race! He is our crown, and we will be with him forever. When the gun sounded, there was a lot of shoving to get in front to the inside land, the advantageous position. The first few steps felt easy, and my way was clear and bright. Our natural bent is toward sinfulness and laziness. 8:28. 16. Photo credit: Unsplash/Jonathan Chng. And the things of earth will grow strangely dim, When I have closed my eyes in death, and my voice has been hushed by the great equalizer known as death; when I will have song my last song on this side, prayed my last prayer, put up my hymn book and bible, stuck my sword in the sands of time to study war no more, I can say like the Old Apostle Paul in. If you have not experienced the rescuing grace of God, run to the cross. It speaks of things that are innocent in and of themselves, but when they slow you down in the Christian race, they are weights and they must go. 3 For consider Him who endured such hostility from sinners against Himself, lest you become weary and discouraged in your souls. The second critical time in a marathon is at the halfway point. The first few steps felt easy, and my way was clear and bright. Hebrews 12:1-2, Denomination: When the Bible calls them witnesses, it doesnt necessarily mean that they are watching every move we make. The first few steps felt easy, and my way was clear and bright. His life was threatened as a baby Matt. WebStaying in the Race-Heb. This need for training is not only for athletes; it is required for playing a musical instrument, learning a new language, or acquiring a new skill. Has life ever been so that you wanted say, Im not doing this church thing anymore? You get tired of the same old, same old in churches that go onYou get tired of people in the church acting like people in the worldYou get tired of trying to live this Christian life and always failingYou keep hearing the preacher say one thing, and culture say another , God wants us to stay in the race! Introduction- As a former collegiate distance runner, I understand what it takes to win a race. (LogOut/ None of these were extraordinary people, Ill. Elijah James 5:17-18. The Christian race is not easy. He was hated and opposed by others Mark 14:1-2, 12. Never give up. Solomon was a good man. Service: How are you using your gifts to serve God and his people? Medical personnel had to assist him off the track that day. Isnt it great that when you become a Christian, life is easy and there are no struggles! Keep going. The Race of Faith People Listen In Different Wayscan You Reach All Of Them? Solomon was a good man. If you have tripped and fallen, don't stay there. When it comes to running marathons or becoming a spiritual champion the need is not to try harder but to train wisely. Other times, a sinful desire to win crept into my heart. Jesus is our joy. He was appointed the King of Israel and Judah by his farther, King David. Hebrews 12:1-3 (NKJV) The Race of Faith. As you endure day after day, Satan will whisper to you as he did to Job: "The righteous don't suffer. He stands as our example. Jesus cares for us, "Cast all your cares on Him for He cares for you! 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You see, He ran His race, and He ran it well. 4:7, (As the author begins this chapter, he draws our attention back to chapter 11, where he mentioned many of the great heroes and heroines of the faith. (Ill. Hesitation or fear? That made it a little easier to run the race. To ensure you receive the best experience on Lifeway.com, we use cookies to process information about your visit. Back to your home, the Olympic Committee leaves. View Latest Resources Resource Categories: Articles Conference Messages Interviews Music Podcast Sermons Browse Resources By: Author Scripture Series Topic Event Hey folks, He suffered more than you or I can grasp. You are left pondering their proposal. Lay Aside All Sins Next, the author encourages his readers to get rid of besetting sins. When the gun went off, I pictured Jesus, who knew what the brutal cross would accomplish, enduring it with full joy. Running Gods Race. Don't give up on God because he hasn't given up on you. 2. 3. 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