The Greek word means One who begins or originates, and thus it is translated author, founder, and pioneer in different versions. I pray that youll finish the race, and that youll finish well. The one who selected unattractive, unlikable, and unreliable men to be his followers and loved them to the end. Likewise, the great need for spiritual races is persistence. Returning to the notion of running a marathon in the next Olympics, you begin working out; you quickly understand the need for intentional training. Stay in the Race Let us run with endurance the race that is set before us (Hebrews 12:1, NAS). Photo credit: Unsplash/Jonathan Chng. Solomon was a good man. Liddell tangled feet with J. J. Gillies of England and tumbled to the track. 3. Because they ran well, they have received their reward. Energy is expended and none is left for the end of the race. The race is a contest in daily progress toward Christ-likeness. 1 2 3 4 Next For our lesson today, we are looking at the life of King Solomon. All three were a part of this Church family and each in their own way has made an impact in our lives. By 7 p.m., a runner More to the point, you cannot run a marathon even if you try really, really hard. Seeking possessions and the things of this world instead of seeking God. As Easter approaches we are wrapping up this series of sermons about giving God room to work in our lives. 18. As a Christian, have you ever wanted to walk away from this whole Christian thing! SLIDE #1 Keep going. This time, however, the Olympic Committee is not selecting; God Almighty has picked. (25) All good athletes train hard. Knowing Jesus is only the beginning it 24Know ye not that they which run in a race run all, but one receiveth the prize? 3. David Wilkerson (1931-2011) September 28, 2017 Your ongoing trial may involve physical suffering, unemployment, children who rebel, faithless friends, mental distress, turmoil or pain. When runners are in a relay race, each runner goes all the way around the track and then hands off a stick (or baton) read more, Scripture: 1 Corinthians 9:24, 2 Timothy 4:7, This Sermon is about enduring hardship even when folk despitfully use you. Photo credit: Unsplash/Jonathan Chng. As the Lord gives liberty, allow me to share with you these Steps For Staying In The Race. He Is Our Crown The good news is Jesus made us lightweight runners. As you endure day after day, Satan will whisper to you as he did to Job: "The righteous don't suffer. It would not be unusual if some who hear me today are on the verge of dropping out. from Ethiopia had won the race, and all the other Stay in the Race! In a quarter mile, that's a long distance to make up. 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 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. As a believer in Jesus Christ, you run a race. Photo credit: Unsplash/Jonathan Chng. He ran His race for us. Hebrews 12:1-2, Denomination: We must run lawfully, i.e., according to the Scripture rules of the race. That is why we are told to compare our sufferings with His when we feel like giving up. I felt strong and energetic and my pace was quick and light. You suddenly realize that you still have as far to go as you've already run and you're already very tired. Solomon was the son of Bathsheba (you remember her; David had her husband killed when he cheated Every ounce counts in a foot race. We must run perseveringly; pursuing even when faint. We are from the United States Olympic Committee. For our lesson today, we are looking at the life of King Solomon. read more, Denomination: 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"? D. Consider His Resolve Verse 3 tells us that Jesus endured must to finish His race. Instead, he is referring to a marathon. People Listen In Different Wayscan You Reach All Of Them? 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. Now unto Him who is able to keep you from falling, and present you faultless before His presence in glory with exceeding great joy; to the only wise God, be glory and majesty, dominion and power, both now and forever. 4:13-16), WHY DO CHRISTIANS SUFFER? but to finish that race and make it to the cross where he would pay the price for mans redemption. 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. Hebrews 12:1-3 (NKJV) The Race of Faith. Bible. TOZER(PDF), C4. The first one is at the beginning. 3. God makes us all winners when we cross the line. 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, Denomination: He took the burden of our sins and placed them on himself at the cross. Imagine what would happen if we looked to Jesus every day. Family can be a distraction. In the Bible, we can find many stories of those who have stayed the course during difficult times. Solomon was the son of King David. Hebrews 12:1-3, Denomination: 12:1-3 Sermons on Staying the Course. The picture is of a man trying to run a race while dressed in the long flowing robes of the day. 10:22-25), HOW TO GET YOUR LIFE OUT OF THE PIT (1 Peter5:5-10), Reminders for Pilgrims and Strangers (1 Peter2:9-12), JESUS: THE LIGHT OF THE WORLD (John9:1-11), REALITIES THAT CAN PUT DOUBT TO DEATH (Heb. Maybe life has thrown you some curve balls. Topic: *DONT RUN THE RACE FOR FUN, RUN TO WIN* But, we must remain focused! We have come together to honor the life and service of Meryl Wolfe, Mike Seilhammer, and George Gauker. Else, it will entangle you, trip you and prevent you from finishing your race! Jobs can be a distraction. The one who holds the planets in orbit says something about his divine resilience. 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? ( Philippians 3:14) Run the race that is set before you. Run in your own lane; stay in your own lane. In this race, like the Olympic race, you have been chosen. I You picture yourself mingling with the elite athletes of the world. read more, Scripture: 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. Do you ever feel like no one understands? 15:58.). Jesus is our joy. It occupies your waking moments. For Jesus, the joy was in what would happen when He finished His race. If you have tripped and fallen, don't stay there. 8:28. 1 2 3 4 Next For our lesson today, we are looking at the life of King Solomon. A Closer Walk With God. But it is worth it. A. This is one of the key messages of the book of Hebrews. You are thinking since you're already on the ground, there's no point in getting back up. Introduction Likewise, as Christians, we work hard to strengthen our faith to endure the race of faith. D.H. Groberg in his poem "The Race" describes a young boy who ran a race, falling many times, yet finishing. Bible Truths and LIFE Applications The Christian race is not easy. (Ill. Have any of you ever suffered to that degree? It becomes the central focus of your existence. They could not be further from the truth! The same is true for you and me tonight. Our eyes are to be on the One who started us on this race, and the One who will greet us at the end of it. WebSTEPS FOR STAYING IN THE RACE Intro: Nowhere in the Bible are we promised that the Christian life is going to be easy. As a result, I grew closer to Jesus. It, too, occupies your waking moments. You see, He ran His race, and He ran it well. (LogOut/ But rather by the one that keeps hanging on, who refuses to give up. That seems to be the idea in the book of Hebrews. In the spiritual race you are running, don't quit. Copyright 2003-2023 | Outreach, Inc., All rights reserved. Moving Out In Endurance (All my sermons use illustrations from sermoncentral.com and the Scripture is NIV unless otherwise noted.) 11:32-40;23-29, HOW TO BE SURE YOU HAVE ETERNAL SECURITY #2 2 Pet. 19. 4:8.). (Ill. Personal discipline is essential if we are to keep our eyes focused on Jesus. A sermon of encouragement to those who may be going through unforeseen trials and other life challenges. Our natural bent is toward sinfulness and laziness. That's like me saying, "I'm going to try really hard to compete in a triathlon." They stretch. A Popeye singing, "Im strong to the finish" WebTwelfth Sunday After Pentecost. 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. That translates into more than 7,000 hours of training for an event that may last less than sixty seconds. 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. Bible. He stands strong in the Lord and runs his race, 1 Cor. In fact, often the opposite is true, John 16:33. 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. We must seek him daily in his word and in prayer. 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