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  • David DeWitt avatar

    Run The Race

    Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 15, 2001
    based on 115 ratings
     | 11,690 views

    Pauls calls Christians to run the race of life

    Run the Race 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 January 14, 2001 Introduction I. The Olympics A. Some of my favorite moments: First Dream Team Men’s Basketball, The lighting of the torch in 1996 B. Michael Johnson in 1996 1. The time trials prior to the games – Johnson broke the world record in the 200 meter ...read more

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    Denomination: Church Of God

  • Stephen Funderburk avatar

    Spiritual Champions

    Contributed by Stephen Funderburk on Oct 16, 2005
    based on 45 ratings
     | 8,187 views

    winning for Christ

    Intro: The other day a sports channel did the top 10 sports rivalries and of course, Auburn-Alabama was on that list. People in Alabama live and breathe football. I like the writings of Paul because he uses sporting terms to give spiritual lessons. Since we live in a football state, I will use ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

  • Shane Facemyer avatar

    Running The Race To Win

    Contributed by Shane Facemyer on Oct 29, 2005
    based on 9 ratings
     | 12,410 views

    This is a sermon that will challenge us to not be content with our place in Christ, but to RUN the race, not just jog it lazily, but RUN TO WIN!

    Running The Race To Win Say this with me: THIS MESSAGE IS FOR ME. (REPEAT 3x’s) 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 MSG (24) You’ve all been to the stadium and seen the athletes race. Everyone runs; one wins. Run to win. (25) All good athletes train hard. They do it for a gold medal that tarnishes and ...read more

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    Denomination: Foursquare

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    Contending For Your Destiny: Leaving A Legacy Series

    Contributed by Marty Boller on Nov 2, 2005
    based on 37 ratings
     | 7,762 views

    #3 of 3 teachings. There is a great need for Christians to awaken to the unique call & destiny awaiting all those who follow Jesus. Yet how many treasures of God’s Kingdom are never claimed because we try to remain civilians in a time of war?

    We’ve been discussing the great need to CONTEND for YOUR DESTINY.Pick up the sword & FIGHT! Promises from God...that cannot be fulfilled without YOUR ACTIVE, INTENTIONAL PARTICIPATION. TODAY...I want to bring the point home personally…. WHY CONTEND? WHAT ARE WE CONTENDING FOR? Paul puts it this ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    The Blessing Of Discipline Series

    Contributed by Kerry Bauman on Oct 4, 2006
    based on 8 ratings
     | 7,608 views

    This message addresses the blessing that comes to those who as disciples of Christ embrace personal discipline.

    Introduction: Bill Cowher took over as the head football coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers in 1992. He quickly showed himself to be a man with a future. In fact, he currently enjoys the longest tenure in the NFL as a head coach with the same team -- which now stands at 14 seasons. Under his guidance ...read more

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    Denomination: Independent/Bible

  • Wade Martin Hughes, Sr avatar

    Looking For The Easy?

    Contributed by Wade Martin Hughes, Sr on Jul 4, 2006
    based on 4 ratings
     | 2,074 views

    We can develop an attitude that looks for and expects every thing to be easy. Easy may not be the best.

    WHEN OUR GOAL IS TO TAKE IT EASY? By Wade Martin Hughes, Sr. Kyfingers@aol.com TEXT: 1 Cor. 9:27 But I keep under my body, and bring it into subjection: lest that by any means, when I have preached to others, I myself should be a castaway. KJV 1 Tim. 5:6 But she that ...read more

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    Denomination: Assembly Of God

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    Run To Win Series

    Contributed by Don Jaques on Jul 5, 2006
    based on 26 ratings
     | 23,413 views

    All Christians should discipline themselves spiritually like athletes training for a contest.

    In business, school, athletics, you name it – those who succeed are those who discipline themselves to perform the tasks that are necessary for success. And the same is true in our spiritual lives. Although we celebrate the fact that our salvation is not something we can earn – it’s important for ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

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    Growing Into The Race Series

    Contributed by Jake Kircher on Jul 10, 2006
     | 2,405 views

    For some reason, it makes perfect sense to most of us, to not try and run the Boston Marathon without proper training. But when it comes to our relationship with Christ, we make the decision to follow Him and think that we can just sit back and enjoy the

    If you guys can remember what we talked about two weeks ago, we began to look at our mission statement – Living to Grow, Serve, Worship, and Share. We spent the majority of our time focusing on the importance of “living together.” For starters we talked about that this was a major component to the ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Steve Taylor avatar

    Rights, Rewards, And Responsibilities Series

    Contributed by Steve Taylor on Jul 20, 2006
    based on 6 ratings
     | 4,460 views

    We must be willing to give up our rights, and discipline our bodies to see that we are not an obstacle to the gospel.

    Rights, Rewards, and Responsibilities 1 Corinthians 9 In America we are told that we should value our rights above almost everything else. To be an American is to be free. To be free is to be able to speak freely, write freely, and worship freely. It is a true blessing to be free. We believe in ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • George Barton avatar

    Five Reasons Why Preachers Should Be Paid

    Contributed by George Barton on Aug 5, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 8,097 views

    Gives the five reasons Paul gives in 1 Cor 9 for paying the preacher.

    WHY PREACHERS SHOULD BE PAID REVISED 08-05-2006 FIVE REASONS WHY GOSPEL PREACHERS SHOULD BE PAID 1 Corinthians 9:1-27 (1 Cor 9:1 NIV) Am I not free? Am I not an apostle? Have I not seen Jesus our Lord? Are you not the result of my work in the Lord? (1 Cor 9:2 NIV) Even though I may not be an ...read more

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    Denomination: Baptist

  • Gary Stebbins avatar

    Change, Transition, And Compliance

    Contributed by Gary Stebbins on Aug 13, 2006
    based on 10 ratings
     | 5,910 views

    If we are going to step into all that God has for us we must be willing to change and comply with what God is saying now.

    Live in a time of great transition- in the world/Church. God has said … 2006 will be a year of opportunity filled with great possibilities that will be realized (only) through faith and obedience. To step into our opportunities/possibilities, we must be compliant to what God is saying ...read more

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    Denomination: Charismatic

  • Craig Smee avatar

    Disciplines Of Disciples

    Contributed by Craig Smee on Aug 23, 2006
    based on 1 rating
     | 2,669 views

    Running the race is a difficult thing, but through certain Christ oriented practices we can have the endurance to complete the race.

    87% of Americans own running shoes but don’t run. One cannot be a disciple without learning discipline! ". . . discipline yourself for the purpose of godliness." ~ 1 Timothy 4:7b (NASB) If I am going to develop Christ-like character in my life, there are certain disciplines, or habits I need to ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian Church

  • Scott Chambers avatar

    Effective Leadership Requires Total Devotion Series

    Contributed by Scott Chambers on Mar 16, 2005
    based on 25 ratings
     | 3,199 views

    A look at some of the building blocks needed for effective leadership.

    What’s most important to you? If you were to list out the top ten most important things in your life what would be on top? You are probably wondering why I am asking such a penetrating question. The reason is that God is concerned with what we are, not just what we do. So many Christians and ...read more

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    Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

  • Doug Morrell avatar

    The Secret To Winning

    Contributed by Doug Morrell on Apr 12, 2005
    based on 94 ratings
     | 11,807 views

    God has a prosperous future for His children and each of us are to run the race set before us. The problem is that most of us don’t know or we forget that we’re in a race

    Vince Lombardi once said, “Winning is a habit and so is losing.” God has a prosperous future for His children and each of us are to run the race set before us. The ...read more

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    Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

  • Revd. Martin Dale avatar

    Scout Meeting

    Contributed by Revd. Martin Dale on Apr 23, 2005
    based on 14 ratings
     | 1,890 views

    How BP’s words equate with the Christian faith

    Scouts’ St George’s Day 2005 1 Cor 9:24-27 24Do you not know that in a race all the runners run, but only one gets the prize? Run in such a way as to get the prize. 25Everyone who competes in the games goes into strict training. They do it to get a crown that will not last; but we do it to ...read more

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    Denomination: Anglican