Podcasts about running the race

September 21, 2025 | James 1:12 | Pastor Alex Tibbott Subscribe Here

Dr. Steven Roby I Corinthians 9:19-27

Hebrews 12:1-13

A new MP3 sermon from The Narrated Puritan is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Running the Race With A Purpose Subtitle: Words of Warning Speaker: C. H. Spurgeon Broadcaster: The Narrated Puritan Event: Sunday Service Date: 9/10/2025 Length: 18 min.

I have known trades-people attend church for the mere sake of getting the custom of those who went there. I have heard of such things as people knowing which side their bread was buttered, and going to that particular denomination, where they thought they could get the most by it. Loaves and fishes drew some of Christ's followers, and they are very attracting baits, even to this day.

A new MP3 sermon from The Narrated Puritan is now available on SermonAudio with the following details: Title: Running the Race With A Purpose Subtitle: Words of Warning Speaker: C. H. Spurgeon Broadcaster: The Narrated Puritan Event: Sunday Service Date: 9/10/2025 Length: 18 min.

Running The Race On A Cloudy Day - Part 3

Running The Race On A Cloudy Day

Running The Race On A Cloudy Day - Part 2

Bible StudyDon't just take our word for it . . . take His! We would encourage you to spend time examining the following Scriptures that shaped this sermon: .Sermon NotesIntroduction: The Race of FaithFaith = endurance race, not a sprintRequires commitment, laying aside sin & distractionsPerseverance comes by fixing our eyes on JesusMain QuestionWhen we fix our eyes on Jesus, what do we see?Jesus = Founder and Perfecter (Pioneer) of faithHe makes faith possible and brings it to completionHe blazed the trail by running it himselfThree Things We See in JesusEmpathyJesus walked our path and understands our strugglesHebrews 4:15–16 → he sympathizes with our weaknessGuidanceAs pioneer, Jesus shows the way forwardNot “Google Maps” style, but relational guidance: “Follow me.”JoyHe endured the Cross “for the joy set before him”Shares that joy with us to keep us going to the finish line of gloryDiscussion Questions:Describe a time when someone showing you empathy gave you strength.Describe the difference between situational guidance (tell me what to do God!) and relational guidance (Jesus: "follow me").What did Randy mean when he said that joy in this life feels anticipatory?Where are you right now in your "race of faith"? Energized? Perplexed? Angry? Bored? Distracted? Tired?What do you need (or think you need) from Jesus? Empathy? Guidance? Joy? Something else?Questions?Do you have a question about today's sermon? Email Randy Forrester (RForrester@StAndrews.Church).

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August 17, 2025 Running the Race We Win - Hebrews 12:1-3 by Sermons of Pastor Paul Kaldahl

This is an emotional day for Fields Church as Esther first then Richard share for the last time as senior pastors what God has put on their hearts concerning finishing their race well and all of us running our races well.Hebrews 12 v11 Corinthians 3 v111 Corinthians 9 v24-26Acts 20 v242 Timothy 4 v7

This weekend is the Falmouth Road Race. But each day we run a "race" where the finish line is heaven.  The homilies of Msgr. Stephen J. AvilaPastor, St. Joseph, Guardian of the Holy Family Parish, Falmouth, MAThanks for listening! May God's Word find a home in you.

In our final message of the Hebrews series, Kari invites us to explore what it means to run the race of faith with perseverance. We're reminded that we're surrounded by a great cloud of witnesses, called to let go of what weighs us down, and challenged to keep our eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith.

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In this episode, Pastor Cindy talks about what it means for a christian to “run the race”. In 1 Corinthians 9, the Apostle Paul compares the christian life to an athlete running a race to win a prize. As believers, we have the privilege of running this race not just to survive, but we can run with purpose and intention. God not only gives us the power to start well, He also provides guidance through the Holy Spirit to maneuver through life's obstacles. And through His son Jesus, we also have been given the endurance to finish the race strong.    Scripture reference: Hebrews 11:8-12, Hebrews 12:1-2, Colossians 3:5-17, 1 Corinthians 9:24-27, Philippians 3:12-14, 2 Timothy 4:6-7, Revelation 1:8, Philippians 1:6, Hebrews 1:3.    Order your copy of Cindy's new book, NEW MOVES OF GOD Check out Cindy's TV show, CINDY STEWART LIVE. You can register for the 6-week, self paced e-course at COMPELLED TO CHANGE.  Please email Cindy with any questions or comments to cindy@cindy-stewart.com. She'd love to hear from you.  Pastor Cindy's Website  Pastor Cindy's Facebook  Pastor Cindy's Instagram Gathering Website  Gathering Facebook   Check out the other shows from KB PODCAST PRODUCTIONS: THE KINGDOM BRINGER PODCAST with Darin Eubanks Next Level Podcast with Michael McIntyre Super-Natural Living with Beth Packard KINGDOM MASTER MIND PODCAST with Ann McDonald   Podcast music from HOOKSOUNDS.COM    

Noah Hagglund teaches from Philippians 3:12-21. The Apostle Paul speaks to the church in Philippi concerning the endurance needed to finish well in the Christian life.bfc4u.org, facebook.com/bfc4u

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 I'm not saying that it will continue either in running or other areas of life, but we all need to be trained and ready to move forward in the future.

This message is by Bill Parker and taken from Hebrews 12. Hebrews 12:1 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, 2Looking 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 is set down at the right hand of the throne of God. 3For consider him that endured such contradiction of sinners against himself, lest ye be wearied and faint in your minds. 4Ye have not yet resisted unto blood, striving against sin.

Running the Race: The Christian's Call to Perseverance explores the powerful athletic metaphor used by the Apostle Paul to describe the Christian life. Discover what it truly means to persevere in faith and why some believers fail to finish their spiritual race. This message unpacks four essential strategies for running your spiritual marathon effectively: exercising self-control in all areas of life, maintaining a clear vision of the eternal prize, living with intentional purpose, and disciplining your greatest opponent—your own sinful nature. Learn how to reconcile the biblical teachings that true believers cannot lose their salvation while also being warned to persevere to the end. Whether you're struggling with spiritual discipline, feeling aimless in your faith journey, or battling persistent sin, this message offers practical guidance for running in such a way as to obtain the prize. Perfect for Christians seeking to deepen their spiritual discipline, those questioning their salvation, new believers learning the fundamentals of faith, or anyone interested in understanding biblical perseverance. Keywords: Christian perseverance, spiritual discipline, running the race, faith endurance, Christian self-control, eternal rewards, salvation security, spiritual marathon, biblical athletics, Apostle Paul, 1 Corinthians 9, spiritual growth, Christian discipleship, sanctification, spiritual warfare, overcoming sin, Christian purpose, eternal perspective, spiritual examination, Christian living.

Tom, age seven, admired his dad’s shiny trophies from school track events sitting on a shelf. He thought, I want one of those for my bedroom. So he asked, “Dad, can I have one of your trophies?” The man surprisingly answered, “No, Tom, those are mine. I earned them, and you can earn your own.” Then they made a plan that if he ran around the block in a certain amount of time (he knew his son could do it), he would give him a trophy of his own. Tom practiced with his dad’s guidance, and a week later his dad cheered him on as ran the race in time. Tom learned lessons in self-discipline and hard work, and his dad congratulated him with an award. Proverbs 1:8 encourages children to “listen . . . to your father’s instruction.” Tom’s dad also taught him about running the race of life with Jesus and listening to His leading. He instructed him about choosing “what is right and just and fair,” as the father in Proverbs did (v. 3). A father’s teachings are valuable: “a garland to grace your head and a chain to adorn your neck” (v. 9). You may not have a father to instruct you in your race with Christ. But God can lead you to a mentor who can pass along their wisdom. Or perhaps God is calling you to mentor someone. He’ll give you guidance as you’re active with others in running the race.

Running the Race What if your greatest legacy isn't about how loud you start—but how faithfully you finish? In this week's message, Dr. Patti Amsden explores what it means to run your race with heaven in mind and purpose in hand. Drawing from Paul's final words to Timothy, she challenges us to live like the heroes of faith—those who laid hold of eternal realities and brought them into earthly timelines.  We're reminded that we are not just called to endure life—we are called to transform it. With one hand on heaven and one on earth, we can live with purpose, be transformed by the Spirit, and make manifest the promises of God in our generation.  This isn't just about crossing the finish line—it's about running in such a way that heaven touches earth through you.  2 Timothy 4:6-8, Hebrews 12:1-2 Discussion topics Read 2 Timothy 4:6-8 -What stands out to you about Paul's view of his life as a “finished race”?  How do you think Paul maintained endurance through hardship?  Discuss - Dr. Patti said we are meant to “bring heaven into our timeline.”– What does that look like in your everyday life? Romans 8:26 - Who are some “witnesses” in your life that inspire you to keep running your race?  What are some “weights” or sins that can slow down our spiritual race?  Read Hebrews 12:1-2 - What does it look like to live by faith when your circumstances haven't changed?  What would it mean for you to “rejoice in the Lord” this week, even when the “fig tree does not bud”?  Personal Reflection & Action: What's one thing you'll do this week to actively pursue your race—whether in prayer, obedience, relationships, or discipline?  Check out our other audio series and video playlists that can help you find Jesus in every moment and then discover what's next

We're back! With plans to get more content out over the next several weeks, we are here to discuss some hot topics and ways that God is moving in and around us. In this week's episode, we organically discuss our surface thoughts on the conflicts involving Israel, putting people on pedestals, and how to run the race well. Thank you for listening!

Welcome to ONE* Church Online! We are so excited you are here with us today for part 5 of our series "Running The Race" with our Experience Director Tyler Villines!

Welcome to ONE* Church Online! We are so excited you are here with us today for part 4 of our series "Running The Race" with our Lead Pastor Jamie Hollister!

In Hebrews 10:19-25 we are encouraged to keep running our race of faith by drawing near to God, by holding fast to our confession of hope, by stirring up one another to love and good works, and by continuing to gather as God's church, all because of the perfect, once-for-all sacrifice of Jesus and the never-ending faithfulness of God to his promises.

Welcome to ONE* Church Online! We are so excited you are here with us today for part 3 of our series "Running The Race" with our Lead Pastor Jamie Hollister!

Welcome to ONE* Church Online! We are so excited you are here with us today for part 2 of our series "Running The Race" with our Lead Pastor Jamie Hollister!

Welcome to ONE* Church Online! We are so excited you are here with us today for part 4 of our series "Now What?" with our Lead Pastor Jamie Hollister!

“No, dear brothers and sisters, I have not achieved it, but I focus on this one thing: Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead, I press on to reach the end of the race and receive the heavenly prize for which God, through Christ Jesus, is calling us.” (Philippians 3:13–14 NLT) If you want to run the race of life successfully, then don’t look back. If you’ve ever run a race and looked over your shoulder to see what your competitor was doing, then you know that looking back can break your stride and ultimately cause you to lose. Paul applies this principle to the Christian life in Philippians 3:13–14: “Forgetting the past and looking forward to what lies ahead, I press on to reach the end of the race” (NLT). His point is that if you’re going to be an effective disciple of Jesus, you must forget the things that are behind you. In this context, the word forget doesn’t mean a failure to remember as much as it means no longer being influenced or affected by the past. In other words, leave the past in the past. Forget the things that already have happened. You may not be able to erase them from your memory, but you don’t need to let them influence you. Sometimes we dredge up things that God has forgiven and forgotten. The Lord says, “I will forgive their wickedness, and I will never again remember their sins” (Jeremiah 31:34 NLT). Yet many times we bring up our past sins, driven by a sense of guilt or shame. Those backward glances reveal an immaturity in our faith, a misunderstanding of God’s nature. When we lose our forward focus in that way, it’s like we doubt God’s willingness to forgive certain sins. We forget that He has a big eraser. Why should we choose to remember what He has chosen to forget? If God has forgiven my sins and forgotten them, then I need to leave them behind, learn from my mistakes, not do the same thing again, and move forward. And it’s not just our past sins that we need to leave behind. We also need to forget our past victories. Certainly, we should thank God for them and learn from them. But we also must remember that we’re running a marathon. Replaying over and over again the jump we got at the starting line takes our focus off the course ahead. It makes us lose stride. The temptation to celebrate early or to rest on our laurels is strong. That’s the work of our enemy. His aim is to slow us down—or, better yet, to stop us in our tracks. The best way to counter his moves is to press on toward the goal. To keep our eyes focused on what God is doing and where He’s leading us. God will greet you at the finish line with the sweetest words you’ll ever hear: “Well done, my good and faithful servant” (see Matthew 25:23 NLT). Until that time, don’t slow your pace or break your stride. The race isn’t over. Reflection Question: What does pressing on to reach the end of the race look like in your life? Discuss Today's Devo in Harvest Discipleship! — Listen to the Greg Laurie Podcast Become a Harvest PartnerSupport the show: https://harvest.org/supportSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hebrews 12:1-2 - Running the Race Focus on Hebrews 12:1-2, emphasizing perseverance and encouragement. "Hebrews chapter number 12, verse number 1, And wherefore seeing, we also are compassed about 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, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is set down at the right hand of the throne of God." Seventh Article of Faith Belief in the perseverance of saints in grace. Tied to Philippians 1:6: "Being confident of this very thing, that He which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ." Salvation is secure in Jesus' finished work (John 10). "My sheep hear my voice, and I know them, and they follow me: And I give unto them eternal life; and they shall never perish, neither shall any man pluck them out of my hand." Eternal security is a gift, not earned. Responsibility to "stick with it" and "hang with it." "Don't give up. Don't lay it down. There ain't anything worth laying the cross of Christ down for." AWOL (Away Without Leave) concept: God never gives leave from service, love, obedience, prayer, etc. "When a man is AWOL, it means away without leave. And I don't know of a time that God ever gave a person leave. Not from His service. Not from His love." Every believer has a responsibility to share Jesus. "When it comes to telling somebody about Jesus, you're just as much required of that as I am." Running the Race with Patience 1 Corinthians 9:24: "Know ye not that they which run in a race run all, but one receiveth the prize? So run, that ye may obtain." Emphasizes running to obtain, not giving up. Run with patience the race "that is set before us." God prepares the race; there's a goal and purpose. "As a people of God, you ain't just running aimlessly. There's a goal. There's always a finish line with God." God sets the course; focus on running your own race. "If God set before you a course, you may say, well, I don't like this course." Galatians 5:7: "Ye did run well; who did hinder you that ye should not obey the truth?" Consider what hinders you from obeying the truth. Obstacles and difficulties are expected. Things to Consider to Help Run the Race Godly Examples "We also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses." Living and dead examples encourage perseverance. Appreciation for those who "pressed through" despite struggles. "Thank God they pressed through. Some of you had something that you was fighting. Some of you have afflictions. Some of you have got problems." Examples of faithfulness in the face of adversity (cancer, heart problems, etc.). Future repentance for not following good examples. "Maybe some of us will have to repent here but when we get there we may have to repent some of them and say you left me an example but I didn't follow it." Lay Aside Every Weight Separate from sin; weights hinder a good race. "Let us lay aside every weight and the sin which doth so easily beset us." Worldly cares can be burdensome. "If you're going to run a good race from God, you better get the world on your shoulders today." Cast cares on God. Discipline is needed to remove "extra pounds." "If you've got extra pounds, it's going to take some discipline for you to get it off." Deal with Sin Sin cripples; address it by repenting and seeking forgiveness. "Sin will cripple you... If he can get us to yield to sin and keep us in a place where we won't deal with sin and take the sin to the Father and repent of it and let Him purge us of that sin, friend, you're going to try to run crippled and it ain't going to work."

Betsy Armstrong, whose memoir, The Mother of All Decisions: A Memoir of Mother Loss, Legacy and Adopting Kids in Midlife, is a story of resilience, hope, and defying the odds. Betsy's journey began with losing her mother, home, and family at a young age. After years of avoiding the question of legacy, her mother's death at 46 made her confront what truly mattered. Overcoming grief, Betsy transformed her life, running marathons and quitting a corporate job to live with purpose. Then, at nearly 47, she decided to become a mother through adoption, facing a failed adoption, a Russian courtroom drama, and a medical crisis along the way. Betsy's story is one of triumph, perseverance, and making the impossible possible!Follow me on Instagram:Kathryn @kathryn_benkoHeart + Sole @heartandsolepodcastSole Fitness @sole_fitnessFollow Betsy on Instagram: @wordsbybetsyPurchase her new memoir HERE!Check out her website HERE!Subscribe to our new YouTube Channel and WATCH all episodes!

One of Paul's favorite metaphors for the transformational journey everyday disciples are on was the footrace. Paul saw the life of faith as a race to be run... and run well. The goal of this race is to be like Jesus. And while we will never fully achieve it in this life, each of us should keep pressing on toward that goal.  There are four keys to running your race well.  1.     DissatisfactionA healthy dissatisfaction with the status quo of your discipleship can push you to keep growing, keep learning, keep maturing.   2.     Devotion: “one thing I do”( v. 13)Every serious runner knows that if he/she is to have any hope of winning the race they're committed to, it will take real devotion. They go into training for the race. They seek advice from other runners who they respect. Often they engage a coach to help them.  The parallels to the spiritual race are quite obvious. If you hope to run well, you will have to go into training and engage in some spiritual disciplines. You will need to find others you can learn from and who can encourage you (community).  And you will probably need a coach (mentor, discipler, accountability partner) who will push you when you feel like coasting. 3.     Direction: “forgetting what is behind” (v. 13)I can't tell you how many races have been lost when runners, rather than looking ahead, chose to look behind. When Paul talks of “forgetting what is behind,” he is saying, “I am no longer letting the past influence or control my race.” Stop living in the past and start leaning into the future.  4.     Determination: “I press on” (vs. 12, 14)In a long race, it is often the middle miles that the run gets hard. The excitement of the start has faded, and the finish line seems so far away. It's easy to slow down. It's tempting to give up. It's the same in race of faith. In those early days of walking with Jesus, you ran with such enthusiasm, willingly making the sacrifice, but now it's hard. The miles seem to never end, and the encouragement is few and far between. Don't you give up!  Press on, my brothers and sisters! Press on! Text: Philippians 3:12-16Originally recorded on November 16, 2008, at Fellowship Missionary Church, Fort Wayne, IN

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In this episode, Chris sits down with Eric Hickerson, a coach at Dickson County High School, to discuss the marathon of faith. They explore the challenges of running the Christian race, the endurance needed to stay faithful, and the lessons we can learn from both athletics and scripture. Just like in a marathon, faith requires perseverance, discipline, and a strong support system. Tune in for an encouraging conversation about staying committed to the journey and finishing strong.   Explore Graduate Program at https://www.fhu.edu/dearchurch   To Check Out The Ivory Domino, visit https://cobbpublishing.com   “Like a Morning Cloud”... April 13th-16th on the beautiful campus of Crowley's Ridge College AND online at YouTube.com/@CRCPioneers. Visit https://crc.edu/home/lectureship/ for more information.     Connect with Us: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dearchurch_podcast/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61564673680147 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@DearChurch   Website: https://www.rippleoflight.org/ ROL Facebook: http://facebook.com/rippleoflight ROL Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rippleoflight ROL YouTube: http://youtube.com/rippleoflight ROL Rumble: http://rumble.com/rippleoflight   Have a question? Email Chris at chris.mccurley@rippleoflight.com.   #DearChurchPodcast #ChristianPodcast #MinistryLeadership #ChurchLife #churchunity #outreach #gospel 

(Family Visitation)I. The Urgent CommandII. Our Only StrengthIII. The Eternal PrizeScripture Reading: Hebrews 11:32 - 12:13Text: Hebrews 12:1, 2Psalter Numbers: 109, 339, 66, 30

In this powerful episode, we sit down with Jack Eckenrode, a 97-year-old Senior Olympian who is still thriving and competing. Jack shares the pillars from his book, "Road to 100", and reveals the simple yet powerful habits that have kept him healthy and active for nearly a century. From mindset to movement, Jack's story is living proof that it's never too late to start and that taking care of your body is the key to living a long, vibrant life. Whether you're 27 or 77, this episode will inspire you to run your race well and finish strong.Purchase Jack's Book HereRegister for The Joie Miller Ladies Who Lead Collective HereThe Joie Miller Podcast is a weekly podcast designed to help Christian women understand who God is and how they can thrive in every season of life.Click the subscribe button and turn on your notifications so you don't miss an episode.Follow Pastor Joie on Instagram! ⁠www.instagram.com/joiemiller⁠Visit ⁠joiemiller.co for encouragement, faith-filled blogs, and products to uplift your day.Subscribe and don't miss an episode!Watch on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@joiemiller436Listen on Apple Podcasts: ⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-joie-miller-podcast/id1552572466

Examine the race you are running, recognize the One in control of it all, and rely on His strength.