Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. Some runners carry kitchen sinks or push beds as they sprint down the street. Sin clings closely. In the spiritual race you are running, don't quit. ", Now unto Him who is able to do exceedingly, abundantly above we can ask or think; according to the power that works in us. (25) All good athletes train hard. My goal in preaching this message is that when we reach the end of this race we might say with the. We dont strive for the crown that only one can receive. Second: He has all power to help us complete the race of faith. SLIDE #1 3 Similarities between the Pace Car of the Indy 500 and the Holy Spirit. Time and time again The Scripture exhort us to persist and endure. We need to keep our eyes on Jesus, who stands at the finish line waiting for us to complete the race. (Romans6:15-23), HOW PARADISE WAS REGAINED (Romans5:15-21), CHRISTS FORMULA FOR TRUE SPIRITUAL JOY (John13:1-17), JESUS CHRIST : THE HUMBLE SERVANT (John13:1-20), UNCHANGING REASONS FOR THANKSGIVING (Hebrews13:5-15), STEPS FOR STAYING IN THE RACE (Hebrews12:1-3), THE CURE FOR DISCOURAGEMENT IN THE RACE OF LIFE (Hebrews12:1-3), WILL JESUS CHRIST REALLY COME AGAIN? Chicago: University of Chicago Press. We choose to do our will instead of his. We must run perseveringly; pursuing even when faint. As a believer in Jesus Christ, you run a race. It dominates your mind. Verse 2 tells us He is the founder of our faith. We will be rewarded if we run the race God has set for us and not the race He has set for someone else. "Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but one receives the prize? But many who compete are anything but serious runners. Get in the race. It does mean that they are witnesses to the faithfulness of God. The finish line of faith is a life that is more Christian today than yesterday. Solomon was the son of King David. WebRunning the Race That Is Set Before Us Unleashing Gods Truth, One Verse at a Time Since 1969 Listen Now About Broadcasts Resources Store Apps Blog Devotionals Sermons Donate Search Play Add to Playlist Download MP3 Reset PDF Related Series: Also Available: Available to Purchase: Available Translations: Stand With Us In fact, often the opposite is true, John 16:33. You can do this. In the spiritual race you are running, don't quit. They push through pain. 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? D.H. Groberg in his poem "The Race" describes a young boy who ran a race, falling many times, yet finishing. We're sorry, an error occurred. The race is a contest in daily progress toward Christ-likeness. "Run in such a way that you may win" (1 Cor. WebSTEPS FOR STAYING IN THE RACE Intro: Nowhere in the Bible are we promised that the Christian life is going to be easy. This challenges us to remember some things. Your past times can be a distraction. read more, Scripture: . The Bay to Breakers footrace is an annual event in San Francisco. Jesus is our joy. read more, Scripture: You are on the team. (3rd ed.) I prayed that God would enable me to win so I might have the opportunity to praise him for the victory. 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. You are thinking since you're already on the ground, there's no point in getting back up. Then, run, Christian run! 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. 9:24 HCSB). When the Bible calls them witnesses, it doesnt necessarily mean that they are watching every move we make. We have been looking for someone to run the marathon in the next Olympics. In a quarter mile, that's a long distance to make up. I would only be able compete in a triathlon by training for a triathlon. There are many sins that could be mentioned at this point, but the idea in this verse is that particular sin which trips you up. A. As you leave the starting line, you feel so good that you believe that you can keep up this pace throughout the race. He had no home and no place to lay His head Mt. Vision for the Nation The FightingMagpies, C1. Run in your own lane; stay in your own lane. Evangelical/Non-Denominational, This Christian life we live is a race, make sure you are in the best of shapes always. Victory necessitates that we run with undying persistence and steadfast endurance until we arrive at the finish line victorious. I felt strong and energetic and my pace was quick and light. Many things and people can be a distraction. It, too, dominates your mind. Jesus is our joy. As you endure day after day, Satan will whisper to you as he did to Job: "The righteous don't suffer. 2:16ff, 7. Doing so will result in distraction and defeat. If you have not experienced the rescuing grace of God, run to the cross. Worry can be a distraction. He took the burden of our sins and placed them on himself at the cross. The temptation is to run too fast too soon. The same is true in the Christian life. Your past times can be a distraction. [4] Arndt, W., Danker, F. W., & Bauer, W. (2000). Whoa, wait a minute! But as I come to you today, I believe that the transition that started seven and a half months ago has taken a different Runners not only properly nourish their body and recover well, but they also work hard to build endurance. Because they ran well, they have received their reward. Your boyfriend can be a distraction. Stay in the Race! (Romans7:1-6), SLAVES? The first few steps felt easy, and my way was clear and bright. Chicago: University of Chicago Press. Seeing that the race God set out for us is a lifelong marathon, we must commit ourselves to run to the very end. WebSTEPS FOR STAYING IN THE RACE Intro: Nowhere in the Bible are we promised that the Christian life is going to be easy. Oak Harbor: Logos Research Systems, Inc. [2] Arndt, W., Danker, F. W., & Bauer, W. (2000). Change). 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?" Do you ever feel like no one understands? 1 Corinthians 9:24-27King James Version (KJV) Second: He has all power to help us complete the race of faith. His was a race that lead Him around a track lined with hatred, bitterness, opposition and the desire to see Him dead. This thought lies behind Paul's advice to the church at Corinth: "Now everyone who competes exercises self-control in everything. The persecution was too much, and they could retreat back to Judaism and escape much of the suffering it was costing to follow 52-week preaching calendar to help you plan your sermons, Customizable sermon manuscripts for verse-by-verse preaching, Preach with creativity and impact throughout the year, [NEW YEAR] 4-Week Series to kick off 2023, [PRODUCTIVITY] Fulfill your full potential, [FOUNDATIONS] Getting back to what matters most. With forty yard to go, he pulled into third place, then second. Likewise, as Christians, we work hard to strengthen our faith to endure the race of faith. A race that requires endurance and preparation. Jesus Christ Himself is our greatest role model for In the spiritual arena, this refers to anything that hinders our walk with God. (24) Youve all been to the stadium and seen the athletes race. Service: How are you using your gifts to serve God and his people? I pray that youll finish the race, and that youll finish well. Runners call it "hitting the wall." They Have Run Their Race These were people who ran the race they had been given. That translates into more than 7,000 hours of training for an event that may last less than sixty seconds. (3rd ed.) Lay Aside All Sins Next, the author encourages his readers to get rid of besetting sins. It is the race of a lifetime. He Is Our Crown The good news is Jesus made us lightweight runners. The writer of this text uses the illustration of a race to 3 For consider Him who endured such hostility from sinners against Himself, lest you become weary and discouraged in your souls. Like the orange cones on the roadway that indicate the path of a long distant race, God has marked out a race distinctive for you that will take you on an adventure. The list of these things could be endless, but a few are: a. Clearly, a diet of ice cream and cake mixed with four hours of sleep is a recipe for disaster leading up to a race. 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. The one who selected unattractive, unlikable, and unreliable men to be his followers and loved them to the end. A 300 pound man isnt ready to run a marathon. We will persevere by maintaining a Christlike attitude even in the midst of trials ( 1 Peter 2:21; 4:1; 1 John 2:6 ). And, since God knows no respect of purpose, He will be with you just as He was with Moses, Abraham, David or any of the others great heroes of the faith. God is absolutely dependable, Heb. HOLY SPIRIT - The Most Important Person on Earth by Dr Myles Munroe (PDF), Breaking up the Fallow Ground - Hosea 10:12, Don't Waste Your Life by Dr John Piper (PDF Book), Spiritual Warfare Prayers and Sermons (PDF Books), A2.1 Powerful Prayers in the War Room by Daniel B Lancaster, NOTHING BUT THE BLOOD OF JESUS (1 Peter 1:18-25), THE BELIEVER'S SECULAR DUTY (Romans 13:1-10), WHY DID JESUS GO TO CALVARY? Photo credit: Unsplash/Jonathan Chng. We need to keep our eyes on Jesus, who stands at the finish line waiting for us to complete the race. All three were a part of this Church family and each in their own way has made an impact in our lives. February 25, 2021. Bible. August 19, 2007. If these people could run their race, then so can we. But it is worth it. You see, Jesus has already been around the track, That is why He is able to help us as we run Heb. Will you get off the pew and get in the race? The Greek word for race is agon from which we get our word agony. that is first in a series; is to be at the end of a process. 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. The Bay to Breakers footrace is an annual event in San Francisco. Consider His Race His was a hard race that began in poverty and ended in pain on a cross. 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 MSG Anything that does not build us up in the Lord, is a weight and a hindrance and should be removed from our life. 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? Running Gods Race. read more, Scripture: The race gives purpose to life, hope for the future, and a reward in glory. Tonight, I know that I am in no physical shape to run in a marathon, but I can be in the kind of spiritual shape it takes to run the Christian race. You will run the race. Moving Out In Endurance (All my sermons use illustrations from sermoncentral.com and the Scripture is NIV unless otherwise noted.) Your Bible study. The prize is theirs because they ran and they ran well. Solomon was a good man. The Bay to Breakers footrace is an annual event in San Francisco. Jesus came into this world, not just to start a race to reach the goal of providing salvation from sin, Progress and coronation. Endurance refers to patience, steadfastness, perseverance. The Hebrew Christians were being strongly tempted to give up on following Jesus. Every believer is in a race. 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The farther we are from sin, the closer we are to Jesus. 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, Hebrews 12:1-3 (NKJV) The Race of Faith. from Ethiopia had won the race, and all the other 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 It, too, is the race of a lifetime. 13:53-58; Luke 4:28-29. We have come together to honor the life and service of Meryl Wolfe, Mike Seilhammer, and George Gauker. In the spiritual race you are running, don't quit. 1:18-19, 4. As the Lord gives liberty, allow me to share with you these Steps For Staying In The Race. The writer of this text uses the illustration of a race to He decided who was disqualified and who was running well.). We must seek fellowship among other believers and let our fellow church members encourage us in the faith. YES! 3. Endurance refers to patience, steadfastness, perseverance. When we sin, we take our eyes off Jesus and put them on ourselves. Solomon was a good man. Charles Jr. Pastor-Teacher at the Shiloh Metropolitan Baptist Church of Jacksonville and Orange Park, Florida. And since we are have been preceded by so many witnesses, Let Us Lay Aside Every Weight and Sin (1a), lay aside means to put off, take off; be done with; stop, every total, complete, alleach one. WebStaying in the Race-Heb. He was charged with demon possession Mark 3:22, 14. 2:20-22, GERITOL, DIAPERS AND THE WORD OF GOD (Romans4:18-25), JESUS: THE RESURRECTION AND THE LIFE (John11:18-27), WHERE THE LAW FAILS, FAITH PREVAILS (Rom4:13-17), The Anatomy (Inner Workings) of Faith Heb11:1-2, HOW RIGHTEOUSNESS IS OBTAINED (Romans4:9-12), ILL TAKE WHATS BEHIND THAT DOOR (John10:1-11), A Y2K PLAN FOR THE FATHERS HOUSE (Heb. We need perseverance as Christians. There are so many things and people that try and take us from Gods purpose in our lives. Maybe life has thrown you some curve balls. Hebrews 12:1-3; Philippians 3:10-14 3. Your family. [6] Arndt, W., Danker, F. W., & Bauer, W. (2000). Hebrews 12:1-3 1 Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and the sin that so easily entangles, and let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. INTRODUCTION Before his run in the Olympics, Eric Liddell ran in a meet between England and France. Say this with me: All of our resources exist to guide you toward everlasting joy in Jesus Christ. 12:1-3 Text: Hebrews 12:1-3 1Wherefore 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, 2Looking unto Jesus the author and 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. Rather than getting up you're planning on hanging it up. Topic: *DONT RUN THE RACE FOR FUN, RUN TO WIN* The day when salvation would be ultimately completed, sin forever destroyed, Satan forever banished and perfect righteousness would rule in every heart. 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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. WebHow To Stay In The Race? As Easter approaches we are wrapping up this series of sermons about giving God room to work in our lives. I ultimately wanted to please God in my running ability, but I also struggled with running for the wrong reasons. Worship: Are you praising the Father in regular times of worship? It takes hours of training. The second critical time in a marathon is at the halfway point. 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). For Him, the joy was the day of redemption that would bring about the following: 2. He took the burden of our sins and placed them on himself at the cross. In the Bible, we can find many stories of those who have stayed the course during difficult times. There was not a single trace When I boldly decided to enter in this race. B. Our primary duty while we run is to look to Him. Hey, its all a matter of perspective anyway!). These people are the great cloud of witnesses that surrounds us as we run the race we have been given. (view less). Do you realize the number of hours an Olympian trains? A Closer Walk With God. Stay in the Race Let us run with endurance the race that is set before us (Hebrews 12:1, NAS). Never give up. Chicago: University of Chicago Press. HOLY SPIRIT The Most Important Person on Earth by Dr Myles Munroe(PDF), C2. You know where you are weak. Ill. **Rom. Don't compare your track to someone else's track. The same is true in a spiritual race as well. Don't give up on God because he hasn't given up on you. stumbled and fell, severely injuring both his knee and ankle. February 25, 2021. He opposed by His family Mark 3:21-22. 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. Imagine, God knocking on the door of your heart selecting you for his team. My beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord (1 Cor 15:58). Personal discipline is essential if we are to keep our eyes focused on Jesus. The Believers Authority by Kenneth E Hagin(PDF), C3. Sermons on Staying the Course. WebTwelfth Sunday After Pentecost. It would not be unusual if some who hear me today are on the verge of dropping out. Believers can take certain approaches to be sure they will strongly finish the race. In athletics, only one can win a race. BUT TO WHICH MASTER? 17. 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.). (electronic ed.). 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. 2. The Christian race is not easy. Your boyfriend can be a distraction. The one who holds the planets in orbit says something about his divine resilience. None of these were extraordinary people, Ill. Elijah James 5:17-18. The first one is at the beginning. Running The Race To Win The goal is not perfection, but progress. Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. Solomon was a good man. 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. WebWe need to run with endurance the race that is set before us. But it is worth it. The Hebrew writer gives us insight and direction of being a witness to others. His life was threatened as a baby Matt. Charles Jr. Pastor-Teacher at the Shiloh Metropolitan Baptist Church of Jacksonville and Orange Park, Florida. WebWe need to run with endurance the race that is set before us. The lighter the endurance runner, the swifter the runner. The secret to winning the race, to truly live a Christlike life, is to order our lives around those activities, disciplines, and practices that were modeled by Christ, in order to accomplish through training what we cannot now do by trying. When runners are in a relay race, each runner goes all the way around the track and then hands off a stick (or baton) Anything less will spell disaster for the Christian runner. 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, This is one of the key messages of the book of Hebrews. Energy is expended and none is left for the end of the race. Liddell tangled feet with J. J. Gillies of England and tumbled to the track. Web2. We are what motivated the heart of the Savior to go to that cross and die. Winning is not beating the other runners. read more, Scripture: How many times have you heard a sermon or listened to a Bible Study or read a book about following Jesus and said to yourself: "I've got to try harder to be a better Christian"? B. (LogOut/ The race judge was the man who called the race. Jesus cares for us, "Cast all your cares on Him for He cares for you! 2. That seems to be the idea in the book of Hebrews. 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. Cake and late-night slumber parties were not the only thing I needed to lay aside. Doing so will result in distraction and defeat. That is, you cannot run in my lane and I cannot run in yours! We must not look at circumstances. We have determined that out of the two hundred seventy-five million people, you are the one person in America with a chance to bring home the gold medal in the marathon. 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? 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. 5. He ran the 100-, 220-, and 440-yard events. A daily regimen of prayer, worship, reading Gods Word and examining our lives for impediments will help. Sept. 11, 2005 FBC, Chester Mike Fogerson, Pastor 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. He took the burden of our sins and placed them on himself at the cross. My beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord (1 Cor 15:58). Jesus is the creator and sustainer of the universe. Every weight would fall off and every sin would untangle from us. 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. Galatians 5:25, Denomination: Every believer is in a race. Back to your home, the Olympic Committee leaves. 12:1 HCSB, emphasis added). 4:15.). Hebrews 12:1-4, Denomination: Speed is of utmost importance. 1 2 3 4 Next For our lesson today, we are looking at the life of King Solomon. 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