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Now, they are seated in the grandstands and observe the race we are running tonight. Hebrews 12:1-3 In many respects we race not against opponents, but against ourselves. Chicago: University of Chicago Press. It, too, becomes the central focus of your existence. It dominates your mind. Create a free website or blog at WordPress.com. NOT! read more, Scripture: (06-05-05), Reaching the Checkered Flag (138). Please see below for details. Doing so will cause distraction and defeat. Nazarene. 3. The MIND OF CHRIST by David Alsobrook(PDF), E1. They did not run perfectly, but they ran. We are instructed to run and keep on running. Runners call it "hitting the wall." He was hated and opposed by others Mark 14:1-2, 12. We will persevere by maintaining a Christlike attitude even in the midst of trials ( 1 Peter 2:21; 4:1; 1 John 2:6 ). We will persevere by maintaining a Christlike attitude even in the midst of trials ( 1 Peter 2:21; 4:1; 1 John 2:6 ). Hebrews 11:29-12:2. 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. Second: He has all power to help us complete the race of faith. Hey, its all a matter of perspective anyway!). 2:16ff, 7. The apostle Paul encouraged his young protg Timothy to "train yourself in godliness" (1 Tim. Reminder: You are currently impersonating {{userSessionData.email}}. So you can win the race. 9:25 HCSB). A. 1 2 3 4 Next For our lesson today, we are looking at the life of King Solomon. It dawns on you: You cannot run a marathon. Family can be a distraction. 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. When you feel like quitting, just look to Jesus and consider the race He ran for you and me. MOTIVATION FOR THE RACE Since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses [HEBREWS 12:1a]. Instead, he is referring to a marathon. ), (Ill. we need to come to the place where we are able to look beyond the situations and circumstances of life and envision that day when we too will be home with the Savior. 13:53-58, 9. WebThe aim of the message today is, God wants us to stay in the race! There are sins that do not tempt you at all, but there are others that are a constant source of temptation. We Must Make Proper Preparations when there is a race to be run, the wise runner must make careful preparations. There are so many things and people that try and take us from Gods purpose in our lives. Your past times can be a distraction. That seems to be the idea in the book of Hebrews. 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. He's Where the Joy Is by Tara-Leigh Cobble, Black Church Leadership & Family Conference. Most people in the world have no experience of lasting joy in their lives. This is why I was born." 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. He was appointed the King of Israel and Judah by his farther, King David. You must arrange your life around certain practices that will enable you to do what you cannot do now by willpower alone. o you can break spiritual blockades that have been holding you back, so you can start living free. For I am now ready to be offered, and the time of my departure is at hand. Will you get off the sofa and get in the race? February 25, 2021. When the Bible calls them witnesses, it doesnt necessarily mean that they are watching every move we make. CSB Experiencing God Bible, Hardcover, Jacketed. Hebrews 11:29-12:2. read more, Scripture: 13:5.). Get in the race. So you are chosen. 4:13-16), WHY DO CHRISTIANS SUFFER? If you have tripped and fallen, don't stay there. In fact, He is the race judge, (Ill. 2. Hesitation or fear? As a believer in Jesus Christ, you run a race. Hebrews 12:1-3, Hebrews 12:1-2, The 4th part of a 5 part series on giving God room to work in our lives, When We Move Out, God Moves In Part 4 Runners not only properly nourish their body and recover well, but they also work hard to build endurance. Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. 3 For consider Him who endured such hostility from sinners against Himself, lest you become weary and discouraged in your souls. Progress and coronation. Victory necessitates that we run with undying persistence and steadfast endurance until we arrive at the finish line victorious. Jesus Christ Himself is our greatest role model for But rather by the one that keeps hanging on, who refuses to give up. We may not be aware of it yet, or perhaps the race hasnt been revealed by God. Believers can take certain approaches to be sure they will strongly finish the race. God is absolutely dependable, Heb. We must run perseveringly; pursuing even when faint. Maybe in your race you've been knocked off your feet a few times. WebThe Christian race requires new life to participate. By focusing on that joy we can endure. A. That seems to be the idea in the book of Hebrews. Lay Aside All Weights This refers to a runner making sure that all extra weights have been removed from his body. He Is Our Crown The good news is Jesus made us lightweight runners. Stewardship: Are you investing regularly and consistently in God's church with your time, talents, and financial resources. My beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord (1 Cor 15:58). Moving Out In Endurance (All my sermons use illustrations from sermoncentral.com and the Scripture is NIV unless otherwise noted.) Do you need encouragement tonight? WebWe need to run with endurance the race that is set before us. Endurance refers to patience, steadfastness, perseverance. {This Sermon Has been REVISED}, -----------------------------*The Book of Hebrews*------------------------------------------------------------------- The 12th Chapter------------------------------------- In athletics, only one can win a race. Ultimately, He will bring us to our long-awaited reward: I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus.. CHILDRENS MESSAGE Your past times can be a distraction. The Bay to Breakers footrace is an annual event in San Francisco. "No, I just walked out to the mailbox.". The man "who both began and finished this race we're in" (Heb. ""To me, you won," his father said. Follow Jesus. I We will be rewarded if we run the race God has set for us and not the race He has set for someone else. We remember the crown waiting for us in glory and continue running. We have been looking for someone to run the marathon in the next Olympics. Maybe life has thrown you some curve balls. But run it with the hope that God wants you to have in Christ. [4] Arndt, W., Danker, F. W., & Bauer, W. (2000). ( Philippians 3:14) Run the race that is set before you. It also means putting away poor eating and sleeping habits. Your boyfriend can be a distraction. His was a race in which He never faltered. 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. That is, you cannot run in my lane and I cannot run in yours! He pulled into fourth place ten yards behind the leader, J. J. Gillies. We have statistics on every person in the entire nation on computer. In this race, like the Olympic race, you have been chosen. 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." A Popeye singing, "Im strong to the finish" The persecution was too much, and they could retreat back to Judaism and escape much of the suffering it was costing to follow Do you ever feel like no one understands? 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. As you endure day after day, Satan will whisper to you as he did to Job: "The righteous don't suffer. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); 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. 12:1-3 It dominates your mind. He took the burden of our sins and placed them on himself at the cross. A. Endurance refers to patience, steadfastness, perseverance. We will never reach our fullest potential for the Lord until we are willing to make the preparations and sacrifices that are necessary for running the race. We may not be aware of it yet, or perhaps the race hasnt been revealed by God. The first few steps felt easy, and my way was clear and bright. (LogOut/ Web2. (electronic ed.). 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. My beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord (1 Cor 15:58). In fact, often the opposite is true, John 16:33. Let me challenge you to get your eyes back on 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. 3 For consider Him who endured such hostility from sinners against Himself, lest you become weary and discouraged in your souls. You say to yourself, "This is the race I was created to run. There are so many things and people that try and take us from Gods purpose in our lives. 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?" 1. You see, Jesus knew where He was headed! He ran the 100-, 220-, and 440-yard events. Those of us who live in the real world The same is true in the Christian life. ( Philippians 3:14) Run the race that is set before you. When trials come, there may be the temptation to drop out for a while and let others do the running. Solomon was a good man. 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. You see, He ran His race, and He ran it well. 13:55-58, 10. WebStaying in the Race-Heb. Chicago: University of Chicago Press. We looked together are two primary passages, Psalm 61:1-3 and Psalm 62:5-8. 38:17-20), TRAVELING THE HEAVENLY HIGHWAY (Isaiah35:8-10), SOME TEARS OUR LORD WILL WIPE AWAY (Isaiah25:8-9), WATCHMAN, WHAT OF THE NIGHT? 3:1-8), JESUS: THE FOUNTAIN OF LIVING WATER (John7:37-39), WHY JESUS IS WORTHY OF YOUR FAITH (Heb. The second critical time in a marathon is at the halfway point. Get in the race. They have sore muscles and tired lungs. Seven times in the book of Hebrews, the author captures the heart of Christianity in a simple, wonderful command: draw near. Hebrews 12:1-3, Denomination: He goes forth and runs at trouble. 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. This thought lies behind Paul's advice to the church at Corinth: "Now everyone who competes exercises self-control in everything. 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. The lighter the endurance runner, the swifter the runner. Thus, we all win God by persevering in faith and getting to the finish line. 9:24 HCSB). The one who holds the planets in orbit says something about his divine resilience. (REPEAT 3xs) It would not be unusual if some who hear me today are on the verge of dropping out. Stop looking at the circumstances through which you are running. that is first in a series; is to be at the end of a process. In the spiritual race you are running, don't quit. Bible Study: Are you engaged in a regular time of Bible reading, devotion, and study? Never give up. Verse 2 tells us He is the founder of our faith. Second: He has all power to help us complete the race of faith. 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! Every ounce counts in a foot race. Along the racecourse for the marathon, Akhwari They stretch. WebThe aim of the message today is, God wants us to stay in the race! Your past times can be a distraction. He had no home and no place to lay His head Mt. 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. C. We Must Guard Our Priorities Notice that verse 2a tells us that we are to run looking unto Jesus the author and finisher of our faith. Plainly put, that means we are to use Jesus as our focal point while we run the race we have been given by God. He had to support His family Mt. We need to keep our eyes on Jesus, who stands at the finish line waiting for us to complete the race. We must be temperate in all things. Many things and people can be a distraction. The race is a contest in daily progress toward Christ-likeness. Charismatic. 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. Run in your own lane; stay in your own lane. 6:12**). 2:12 HCSB). Jesus is the creator and sustainer of the universe. Vision for the Nation The FightingMagpies, C1. The Race of Faith The Bay to Breakers footrace is an annual event in San Francisco. When we sin, we take our eyes off Jesus and put them on ourselves. The same is true for you and me tonight. 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"? Tonight, I want to help you stay in the race! Family can be a distraction. Copyright 2003-2023 | Outreach, Inc., All rights reserved. Salvation Plan of God ( In PowerPoint Format), A1.2 The STUDY BIBLE NKJV (Extreme Teen StudyBible), A1.3 The STUDY BIBLE NKJV Foundation StudyBible, A2. Keep going. Follow Jesus. We must be temperate in all things. o Jesus is the starting line and the finishing line at the same time! We lay aside every weight and clingy sin. 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. This race becomes the great passion of your life. I felt strong and energetic and my pace was quick and light. Personal discipline is essential if we are to keep our eyes focused on Jesus. It becomes the central focus of your existence. fig. Rick Ezell is the pastor of First Baptist Greer, South Carolina. 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. Clearly, a diet of ice cream and cake mixed with four hours of sleep is a recipe for disaster leading up to a 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. B Therefore, since we have so great a cloud of witnesses surrounding us, let us also lay aside every encumbrance I 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 (Ill. Have any of you ever suffered to that degree? He has a little grit. It won't happen by an act of my will. But many who compete are anything but serious runners. 12:2 Msg). Running Gods Race. Back to your home and the U.S. Olympic Committee's invitation. In the Bible, we can find many stories of those who have stayed the course during difficult times. Friends. The same is true in a spiritual race as well. Returning to the notion of running a marathon in the next Olympics, you begin working out; you quickly understand the need for intentional training. 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You are thinking since you're already on the ground, there's no point in getting back up. 24Know ye not that they which run in a race run all, but one receiveth the prize? Navigating the challenges and joys of ministry life. (Again, this should give us encouragement to run for he Lord. 3. By focusing on that joy we can endure. read more, Denomination: Solomon was a good man. 2 looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. 1 Corinthians 9:24. Your community. Before his run in the Olympics, Eric Liddell ran in a meet between England and France. The Hebrew Christians were being strongly tempted to give up on following Jesus. 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. Charles Jr. Pastor-Teacher at the Shiloh Metropolitan Baptist Church of Jacksonville and Orange Park, Florida. The race gives purpose to life, hope for the future, and a reward in glory. The race judge was the man who called the race. Never give up. He endured until the end so that we might be saved. You are currently impersonating {{userSessionData.email}}. You suddenly realize that you still have as far to go as you've already run and you're already very tired. They do it for a gold medal that tarnishes and (view less). You allow yourself to imagine that maybe you do have what it takes to run the race. II. There are so many things and people that try and take us from Gods purpose in our lives. 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. He Is Our Crown The good news is Jesus made us lightweight runners. 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. 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 As the Lord gives liberty, allow me to share with you these Steps For Staying In The Race. Imagine, God knocking on the door of your heart selecting you for his team. Knowing Jesus is only the beginning it Forever! The finish line of faith is a life that is more Christian today than yesterday. 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. (The video clip from Chariots of Fire may be shown here or just tell the story.) It is what gets you out of bed in the morning. He never lost sight of the goal and He never quit running until the goal had been achieved. Solomon was a good man. He was rejected, hated and opposed by the audiences who came to hear Him speak Matt. February 25, 2021. We are what motivated the heart of the Savior to go to that cross and die. They could not be further from the truth! 13:53-58; Luke 4:28-29. (LogOut/ The Greek word means One who begins or originates, and thus it is translated author, founder, and pioneer in different versions. They Have Run Their Race These were people who ran the race they had been given. You do realize that if you are struggling in life that God must not be shining His love and grace upon you! Isnt it great that when you become a Christian, life is easy and there are no struggles! Maybe life has thrown you some curve balls. (3rd ed.) We strive to finish strong in our faith. 3 Tests Of Plagiarism: Do Your Sermons Pass Them. 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. Jesus is the creator and sustainer of the universe. 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 We must seek fellowship among other believers and let our fellow church members encourage us in the faith. 3:1-9), WHY TRUE BELIEVERS CAN REJOICE Romans5:1-5, LAZARUS FROM THE DEATHBED TO THE MASTERS TABLE John 11:32-44;12:1, SEEING HIM WHO IS INVISIBLE Heb. It would not be unusual if some who hear me today are on the verge of dropping out. We must run lawfully, i.e., according to the Scripture rules of the race. Maybe life has thrown you some curve balls. I prayed that God would enable me to win so I might have the opportunity to praise him for the victory. Service: How are you using your gifts to serve God and his people? (Ill. We need to keep our eyes on Jesus, who stands at the finish line waiting for us to complete the race. Foursquare, On Elijah's final day on Earth, he and Elisha go on one last road trip together and it's a journey we can all learn from, (Note for readers: There is a short Childrens Message at the beginning, followed by the sermon for an adult audience) Cloud of witnesses Remember it is not about finishing last or finishing first, but simply about finishing. But it is worth it. Progress and coronation. *Indicated Required Field See ourPrivacy Policy. But, we must remain focused! Liddell tangled feet with J. J. Gillies of England and tumbled to the track. "You rose each time you fell.". 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. from Ethiopia had won the race, and all the other Behold, I am coming quickly! (24) Youve all been to the stadium and seen the athletes race. Hebrews 12:1-3 (NKJV) The Race of Faith. 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." 4:8.). A Closer Walk With God. (1039). Sermons on Staying the Course. For our lesson today, we are looking at the life of King Solomon. He should always be the focus of our faith because He is the giver and wellspring of faith. We are not in competition, but we are on the same team! You will run the race. 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. 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 Keep going. ext. Change). A Greek-English lexicon of the New Testament and other early Christian literature. 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. We must be temperate in all things. John the B. People Listen In Different Wayscan You Reach All Of Them? For our lesson today, we are looking at the life of King Solomon. I 6:18-20), NOTHING BUT THE BLOOD OF JESUS (1 Peter1:18-25), JESUS: THE SYMPATHETIC SAVIOR (John8:1-11), HOW I KNOW IM GONNA GO (Hebrews6:16-20), WHY DID JESUS GO TO CALVARY? That made it a little easier to run the race. 1. 19. Jennifer Brogdon is a stay-at-home mom who ministers to college athletes and international students. The particular, electing love of God from before the foundation of the world is the reason why anyone becomes a Christian. - to make an effort to advance spiritually or intellectually. Whatever that sin is, it must be stripped off and avoided at all costs. "Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but one receives the prize? Never give up. C. They Have Revealed That God Is Reliable The greatest encouragement that we can derive from these saints is the fact that they are proof positive of the reliability of the Lord. Jesus is our joy. If you have not experienced the rescuing grace of God, run to the cross. Your boyfriend can be a distraction. His was a race that set the perfect example of how a race should be run. Me tonight: are you engaged in a race that is set before us line and the finishing line the! 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