Hebrews 12:1-3, Denomination: We lay aside every weight and clingy sin. Progress and coronation. You can finish the race. So you can win the race. The first few steps felt easy, and my way was clear and bright. A daily regimen of prayer, worship, reading Gods Word and examining our lives for impediments will help. February 25, 2021. The race is a contest in daily progress toward Christ-likeness. Change). They lift weights. He has chosen you to run the race of a lifetime. (25) All good athletes train hard. B. God is absolutely dependable, Heb. Nazarene. As the Lord gives liberty, allow me to share with you these Steps For Staying In The Race. We must be temperate in all things. How is your race progressing? We are from the United States Olympic Committee. read more, Scripture: read more, Scripture: Bible. A Closer Walk With God. Never give up. (LogOut/ Whatever that sin is, it must be stripped off and avoided at all costs. WebRunning The Race Hebrews 12:1-3 Home Back to Sermon List Now there are some of the same things which are essential to being victorious in a race are also key to being given to someone else. It is our personal responsibility to discover, discern, and develop it. 12:2 Msg). February 25, 2021. 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 was set before Him We remember the crown waiting for us in glory and continue running. Never give up. But run it with the hope that God wants you to have in Christ. You've come to the end of your stamina and you're not sure you can put one foot in front of the other anymore. Endurance refers to patience, steadfastness, perseverance. 1 Corinthians 9:24-27King James Version (KJV) 8:20; Luke 9:58, 11. The temptation is to run too fast too soon. Behold, I am coming quickly! The same is true in a spiritual race as well. Solomon was a good man. Your boyfriend can be a distraction. Introduction- It takes hours of training. 3. In his unorthodox style of running he took off after the pack. Run in your own lane; stay in your own lane. (The video clip from Chariots of Fire may be shown here or just tell the story.) People Listen In Different Wayscan You Reach All Of Them? 4:13-16), WHY DO CHRISTIANS SUFFER? Doing so will result in distraction and defeat. Then he rose from the dead and sat at the right hand of God to pray for us to fight sin and continue in faith. By focusing on that joy we can endure. (3rd ed.) The Pursuit of God by A.W. We Must Run With Patience Here the picture is of a runner settling in for the long haul. As Easter approaches we are wrapping up this series of sermons about giving God room to work in our lives. This merely teaches us that the Christian runner has endurance. He has a little grit. In the Bible, we can find many stories of those who have stayed the course during difficult times. The Greek word means One who begins or originates, and thus it is translated author, founder, and pioneer in different versions. There is something noble and honorable about not quitting - about getting back up and dusting yourself off and continuing to compete. You Might Feel Like You are By Your Self, But Just Stay In The Race." Oak Harbor: Logos Research Systems, Inc. [2] Arndt, W., Danker, F. W., & Bauer, W. (2000). For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand. *Indicated Required Field See ourPrivacy Policy. read more. Ill. **Rom. Your past times can be a distraction. You begin to feel a rush of emotion. It, too, is what you live for. Get in the race. The Greek word for race is agon from which we get our word agony. Do you need encouragement tonight? Some runners carry kitchen sinks or push beds as they sprint down the street. (view more) In 1968, the country of Tanzania selected John Stephen Akhwari to represent it Along the racecourse for the marathon, Akhwari Friends. I felt strong and energetic and my pace was quick and light. MOTIVATION FOR THE RACE Since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses [HEBREWS 12:1a]. Photo credit: Unsplash/Jonathan Chng. Stay in the Race! 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." Three truths about these witnesses can give us encouragement as we run our race.). You are thinking since you're already on the ground, there's no point in getting back up. Hebrews 12:1-3 (NKJV) The Race of Faith. Our course has been individually designed! (3rd ed.) Step 2: Consider Self, (As we run this race and look to Jesus, the author goes onto tell us several things about His race that we are to look to that will help us as we run the race we have been assigned.). (Ill. Do you realize the number of hours an Olympian trains? We must run lawfully, i.e., according to the Scripture rules of the race. Get in the race. Hebrews 12:1-2, Denomination: 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. "Run in such a way that you may win" (1 Cor. 1 Corinthians 9:24. (24) Youve all been to the stadium and seen the athletes race. 4:8.). Solomon was a good man. Run in your own lane; stay in your own lane. There are so many things and people that try and take us from Gods purpose in our lives. It would be easy for him to be tripped up and fall out of the race. We strive to finish strong in our faith. Moving Out In Endurance (All my sermons use illustrations from sermoncentral.com and the Scripture is NIV unless otherwise noted.) We must seek fellowship among other believers and let our fellow church members encourage us in the faith. (Ill. Notice the wording the race that is set before us. We each have our own race to run. We need perseverance as Christians. Understanding the ANOINTING by Kenneth E Hagin(PDF), D2. read more. We must be temperate in all things. Solomon was a good man. You can SOAR like an EAGLE by Nell WMohney, S1. Keep going. The race gives purpose to life, hope for the future, and a reward in glory. [4] Arndt, W., Danker, F. W., & Bauer, W. (2000). Pentecostal. 5. But run it with the hope that God wants you to have in Christ. Jobs can be a distraction. from Ethiopia had won the race, and all the other The one who selected unattractive, unlikable, and unreliable men to be his followers and loved them to the end. It won't happen by an act of my will. I want to share some steps that are given in these verse that will help you and me run this race we are in this evening. We must run perseveringly; pursuing even when faint. in the Mexico City Olympics. You can do this. The race gives purpose to life, hope for the future, and a reward in glory. If you have not experienced the rescuing grace of God, run to the cross. Hebrews 11:29-12:2. 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. In fact, often the opposite is true, John 16:33. We must not look at circumstances. Follow Jesus. ( Philippians 3:14) Run the race that is set before you. Imagine the thrill if an Olympic committee knocked on your door selecting you to represent our country? Seeking possessions and the things of this world instead of seeking God. 3. I only wanted to praise God when he allowed my will to be done when my will happened to be his will. WebThe Christian race requires new life to participate. He was born to an unwed mother Mt. As you leave the starting line, you feel so good that you believe that you can keep up this pace throughout the race. It becomes the central focus of your existence. The one who holds the planets in orbit says something about his divine resilience. The same is true in the Christian life. You do realize that if you are struggling in life that God must not be shining His love and grace upon you! It occupies your waking moments. You are the church, and Lifeway is here to serve you with biblical resources for everything life brings your way. My beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord (1 Cor 15:58). Charles Jr. Pastor-Teacher at the Shiloh Metropolitan Baptist Church of Jacksonville and Orange Park, Florida. 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. WebHow To Stay In The Race? WebWe need to run with endurance the race that is set before us. In fact, often the opposite is true, John 16:33. It, too, dominates your mind. Victory necessitates that we run with undying persistence and steadfast endurance until we arrive at the finish line victorious. He was charged with demon possession Mark 3:22, 14. A daily regimen of prayer, worship, reading Gods Word and examining our lives for impediments will help. Maybe in your race you've been knocked off your feet a few times. Service: How are you using your gifts to serve God and his people? 2:17-29), GODS JUDGMENT OF THE HYPOCRITE (Rom. It takes hard work during practice and in the weight room. WebTwelfth Sunday After Pentecost. If you have not experienced the rescuing grace of God, run to the cross. The activities of prayer, Bible Study, worship, service, evangelism, stewardship are among the needed the disciplines for running the spiritual race. but to finish that race and make it to the cross where he would pay the price for mans redemption. In many respects we race not against opponents, but against ourselves. We will persevere by maintaining a Christlike attitude even in the midst of trials ( 1 Peter 2:21; 4:1; 1 John 2:6 ). These people are the great cloud of witnesses that surrounds us as we run the race we have been given. Never give up. By focusing on that joy we can endure. Hebrews 12:1-3; Philippians 3:10-14 Family can be a distraction. He isnt talking about a 100 yard or 100 meters dash. (Ill. More to the point, you cannot run a marathon even if you try really, really hard. Run in such a way that you may obtain it." Tragically, Gabriel becomes a casualty of We each have our own race to run! (electronic ed.). And just yesterday you were sweating so profusely, dripping like a faucet on the clean kitchen floor, your spouse asked, "Did you go for a jog?" Imagine, God knocking on the door of your heart selecting you for his team. The Christian race is not easy. You are thinking since you're already on the ground, there's no point in getting back up. Back to your home and the U.S. Olympic Committee's invitation. 1. The lighter the endurance runner, the swifter the runner. It is what you live for. Hebrews 12:1-3 (NKJV) The Race of Faith. 2:1-16), THE RESULTS OF MANS REBELLION (Rom1:24-32), WHEN A LITTLE BECOMES A LOT (John6:1-13), The Reasons for the WRATH of God (Rom1:18-23), What Every Christian Should Be (Rom1:8-15), Experiencing God Through Private Worship (John4:20-24), The Credentials of Paul Part 2 (Rom1:2-7), The Credentials of Paul Part 1 (Rom1:1), JESUS : The Great Soul Winner (John4:1-30), Can God Really Save Your Soul? While we run, we must not look at the other runners. He was tried before the high court of the land and tried with treason John 18:33. Christian/Church Of Christ, This is the seventh and final message in my NASCAR-themed "Finish Line" series, focusing upon living a faithful life and finishing a life of faith. Last week we began talking about discovering and using our resources in our series on Dealing with Stress. The same question is apropos for the spiritual race: Will you engage in the training so that you will have the endurance to run the race? He should always be the focus of our faith because He is the giver and wellspring of faith. Hebrews 11:29-12:2. February 25, 2021. In the spiritual race you are running, don't quit. 3:1-8), JESUS: THE FOUNTAIN OF LIVING WATER (John7:37-39), WHY JESUS IS WORTHY OF YOUR FAITH (Heb. Time and time again The Scripture exhort us to persist and endure. 12:2 Msg). Our natural bent is toward sinfulness and laziness. He took the burden of our sins and placed them on himself at the cross. Keep going. A sermon of encouragement to those who may be going through unforeseen trials and other life challenges. He stands as our example. You picture yourself mingling with the elite athletes of the world. There was not a single trace When I boldly decided to enter in this race. WebWe need to run with endurance the race that is set before us. He ran His race for us. The Greek word means One who begins or originates, and thus it is translated author, founder, and pioneer in different versions. Your boyfriend can be a distraction. You are currently impersonating {{userSessionData.email}}. Behold, I am coming quickly! It is the race of a lifetime. Let me challenge you to get your eyes back on Jesus. The Race of Faith Instead, he is referring to a marathon. Your boyfriend can be a distraction. The list of these things could be endless, but a few are: a. ( Philippians 3:14) Run the race that is set before you. But we, like runners, must lay aside hindrances of our endurance. I am convinced that the cause of Christ has been hindered by many who refuse to run in their own lane and they end up hindering everyone around them. I didnt grow weary when I felt like giving up because Jesus didnt give up. In the Christian life, we run the race of faith. He was raised in a despicable town Nazareth Luke 2:39, 8. Seeking entertainment instead of fellow-shipping and communing with God. When we set our eyes firmly on him, we will not grow weary in the fight against sin and in the race to persevere in faith. Doing so will cause distraction and defeat. Sept. 11, 2005 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor That's like me saying, "I'm going to try really hard to compete in a triathlon." Now, they are seated in the grandstands and observe the race we are running tonight. A short list of things includes: 1. Change), You are commenting using your Twitter account. Every believer is in a race. Jesus cares for us, "Cast all your cares on Him for He cares for you! The Bay to Breakers footrace is an annual event in San Francisco. 1Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin Evangelism: Have you spoken to someone recently regarding his or her relationship with God? Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is seated at the right hand of the throne of God. They come in different sizes and at different stages. He was executed as a common criminal by means of crucifixion John 19:16ff. 2. In the Eye of the Storm by Max Lucado(PDF), D1. As you endure day after day, Satan will whisper to you as he did to Job: "The righteous don't suffer. It dominates your mind. So you are chosen. For Him, the joy was the day of redemption that would bring about the following: 2. They have sore muscles and tired lungs. Summary: This sermon helps one to look at the good and bad and understand no matter what they go through in life they have to Stay in the Race. 11:32-40;23-29, HOW TO BE SURE YOU HAVE ETERNAL SECURITY #2 2 Pet. Create a free website or blog at WordPress.com. Liddell tangled feet with J. J. Gillies of England and tumbled to the track. Yes, difficulties will come and trials will cross our paths and often, we will be tempted to quit on God and drop out of the race. It has been marked out especially for you. (1039). Knowing Jesus is only the beginning it o Jesus is the starting line and the finishing line at the same time! 12:2 Msg). If you have tripped and fallen, don't stay there. Summary: This sermon helps one to look at the good and bad and understand no matter what they go through in life they have to Stay in the Race. Nowhere in the Bible are we promised that the Christian life is going to be easy. Hesitation or fear? Rick has earned a Doctor of Ministry in Preaching from Northern Baptist Theological Seminary and a Master of Theology in preaching from Southern Baptist Theological Seminary. But it is worth it. But it is worth it. While the destination is the same for everyone - a life like Jesus, the journey that gets us there is different for everyone. Every weight would fall off and every sin would untangle from us. 19. He opposed by His family Mark 3:21-22. for all endurance and patience" (Col. 1:11 HCSB). We have statistics on every person in the entire nation on computer. This time, however, the Olympic Committee is not selecting; God Almighty has picked. An article appearing the next day in The Scotsman newspaper said, "The circumstances in which Liddell won the race made it a performance bordering on the miraculous. Many things and people can be a distraction. If they could live for the Lord and serve Him, then you and I can as well!). Your girlfriend can be a distraction. Lay Aside All Sins Next, the author encourages his readers to get rid of besetting sins. The 2000 movie, "The Patriot" starred Mel Gibson as Benjamin Martin, a Revolutionary War hero. When it comes to running marathons or becoming a spiritual champion the need is not to try harder but to train wisely. Those of us who live in the real world August 19, 2007. In my case, chasing self-centered joy and personal accolades. Lay Aside All Weights This refers to a runner making sure that all extra weights have been removed from his body. He is able to face his trials because he knows the Lord has brought it to him for his own good and for Gods glory, Rom. Attributes of people who finish what they start. that is first in a series, one who began someth. He was appointed the King of Israel and Judah by his farther, King David. He was hated and opposed by others Mark 14:1-2, 12. 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. I prayed that God would enable me to win so I might have the opportunity to praise him for the victory. TOZER(PDF), C4. 15 Outstanding Quotes To Recharge Your Preaching. The man "who both began and finished this race we're in" (Heb. It is an active word that tells speaks of a person who has a spirit in him that stands up and faces the trials of life. I pray that youll finish the race, and that youll finish well. Progress and coronation. 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. All three were a part of this Church family and each in their own way has made an impact in our lives. Maybe in your race you've been knocked off your feet a few times. The apostle Paul encouraged his young protg Timothy to "train yourself in godliness" (1 Tim. Solomon was the son of King David. Hesitation or fear? You say to yourself, "This is the race I was created to run. Every believer is in a race. 16. c. Giving our attention to things like music, television shows, movies, etc that do not focus our minds on the Lord. 3 For consider Him who endured such hostility from sinners against Himself, lest you become weary and discouraged in your souls. By focusing on that joy we can endure. The prize is becoming a spiritual champion. The one who holds the planets in orbit says something about his divine resilience. 8:28. WebThe aim of the message today is, God wants us to stay in the race! Reminder: You are currently impersonating {{userSessionData.email}}. The apostle Paul prayed for the Colossians "May you be strengthened with all power . Stay In The Race Contributed by Stephen Robinson D on Apr 29, 2007 based on 14 ratings | 25,394 views This sermon helps one to look at the good and bad and understand no matter what they go through in life they have to Stay in the Race. 2 Kings 2:1-11, Joshua 4:1-20, Genesis 28:17-19, Genesis 35:1-15, 2 Timothy 4:6-7, Hebrews 11:6 Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. Yes, difficulties will come and trials will cross our paths and often, we will be tempted to quit on God and drop out of the race. 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. They did not quit until the race was finished. Will you get off the pew and get in the race? Tonight, I want to help you stay in the race! b. Prayer: How often are you talking with the Father each day? Likewise, the great need for spiritual races is persistence. Solomon was a good man. Consider His Reasons The Bible tells us here that Jesus ran for the joy that was set before Him Where is the joy in going to a cross? 2:13ff, 5. However, it is not a picture of sitting back and waiting to see what will come our way in life. (Ill. Thats why Jesus ran! Jesus is the creator and sustainer of the universe. 24Know ye not that they which run in a race run all, but one receiveth the prize? You are thinking since you're already on the ground, there's no point in getting back up. HOLY SPIRIT The Most Important Person on Earth by Dr Myles Munroe(PDF), C2. Jennifer Brogdon is a stay-at-home mom who ministers to college athletes and international students. Stay fit to win, May the peace of the Lord be with you. The writer of this text uses the illustration of a race to 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 You see, Jesus has already been around the track, That is why He is able to help us as we run Heb. Speed is of utmost importance. We have been looking for someone to run the marathon in the next Olympics. Bible Truths and LIFE Applications I would only be able compete in a triathlon by training for a triathlon. The goal is not perfection, but progress. Salvation PRAYER ( In PowerPoint Format), A2.1 Powerful Prayers in the War Room by Daniel BLancaster, A2.2 Define your DESTINY through PRAYER by SueCurran, A2.3 The Hidden Power of PRAYER and FASTING by MaheshChavada, B1. But many who compete are anything but serious runners. Sin clings closely. You are left pondering their proposal. Your past times can be a distraction. Your family. Were on a mission to change that. read more, Scripture: Seeing that the race God set out for us is a lifelong marathon, we must commit ourselves to run to the very end. It dominates your mind. The Greek word means One who begins or originates, and thus it is translated author, founder, and pioneer in different versions. He wrote in one stanza, And to his dad he sadly said,"I didn't do too well. You see, He ran His race, and He ran it well. 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. The Hebrew writer gives us insight and direction of being a witness to others. 2 Let us fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy set before him endured the cross, Verse 2 tells us He is the founder of our faith. Topic: *DONT RUN THE RACE FOR FUN, RUN TO WIN* August 19, 2007. We must be temperate in all things. Anything that does not build us up in the Lord, is a weight and a hindrance and should be removed from our life. The writer of Hebrews spoke of this race, "Therefore since we also have such a large cloud of witnesses surrounding us, let us lay aside every weight and the sin that so easily ensnares us, and run with endurance the race that lies before us" (Heb. BUT, TO WHICH HUSBAND? Devotions by Steve Troxel Vol 1 PDFBook, B2. It does mean that they are witnesses to the faithfulness of God. They endured unspeakable pain and suffering, still they ran. He Is Our Crown The good news is Jesus made us lightweight runners. Forever! 1:18-19, 4. You allow yourself to imagine that maybe you do have what it takes to run the race. He was charged with insanity Mark 3:21, 13. The race gives purpose to life, hope for the future, and a reward in glory. 3. Behold, I am coming quickly! The Hebrew Christians were being strongly tempted to give up on following Jesus. If you are serious about seizing the gold and standing on the winner's platform, you will have to enter into a lifetime of training. Order Curriculum, Literature, and Church Supplies, by Rick Ezell on Wednesday, January 01, 2014 at 7:00 AM. 2:12 HCSB). [6] Arndt, W., Danker, F. W., & Bauer, W. (2000). Running Gods Race. 1 2 3 4 Next For our lesson today, we are looking at the life of King Solomon. 15:58.). But we cant make it to the finish line without looking to Jesus the author and finisher of our faith. For our lesson today, we are looking at the life of King Solomon. I read more, Scripture: C. Consider His Reward Jesus ran well and when He finished, He sat down with the Father in His throne! Hebrews 12:1-4, Denomination: It would not be unusual if some who hear me today are on the verge of dropping out. Navigating the challenges and joys of ministry life. 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 was set before Him Denomination: Lutheran JUST STAY IN THE RACE Charlton Heston had to learn how to drive a chariot with four horses for his part in the movie Ben Hur. However, I want to encourage you, my fellow believers, to keep at it; dont quit. We may not be aware of it yet, or perhaps the race hasnt been revealed by God. Yes, difficulties will come and trials will cross our paths and often, we will be tempted to quit on God and drop out of the race. In athletics, only one can win a race. (. Solomon was the son of King David. However, they do it to receive a perishable crown, but we an imperishable one" (1 Cor. My job isnt to outrun you, my job is to run for Jesus, the race that He has planned for me to the best of my ability. After the shock of being selected passes, you are gripped by the realization of what's happening in your life. 6:12**). 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. The Discipline of God WebTwelfth Sunday After Pentecost. 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