"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."
Hebrews 12:1 (NIV)
Marathon Fellowship is a multi-generational group focused on Bible study, prayer, fellowship, and serving others—both at Stonebriar Community Church. and through missions around the world.
We meet weekly on Sundays at 10:45 a.m. in B219. Our current teacher is Dr. Stephen Kim, Professor of Bible Exposition at Dallas Theological Seminary. Previous teachers include Dr. Stanley Toussaint, Wayne Stiles, and Rhome van Dyck. You can explore archives of their lessons on this website.
For questions about our class or weekly activities, email us at Marathon@MarathonFellowship.org.
Jan 25, 2026
“I spy with My little eye…”
Scripture: Matthew 6:1-8
Bob will take us through Matthew 6:1-8 showing we can look spiritual, but we can actually be sinning due to our heart and motives. However, when done correctly, God will reward us.
Scripture: Revelation 1:12-16
Dr. Stephen Kim continues his series of classes from the book of Revelation, covering the description of the Risen, Glorified Christ in Revelation.
Scripture: Revelation 1
Dr. Stephen Kim begins his series of classes from the book of Revelation, covering an overview of the book and the 7 Churches of Revelation.
Jan 05, 2026
Hebrews Lesson 12: Life of Love & Good Deeds and Obedience in both Social and Spiritual Matters
Scripture: Hebrews 13
Dr. Stephen Kim wraps up his series of classes from Hebrews, covering the key points in chapter 13.
Dec 07, 2025
Hebrews Lesson 11: The Life of Patient Endurance
Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-29
Dr. Stephen Kim continues his series of classes from Hebrews, “The Superiority of Jesus Christ”, focusing on The Life of Patient Endurance in chapter 12.
Nov 30, 2025
Hebrews Lesson 10: The Hall of Faith
Scripture: Hebrews 11
Dr. Stephen Kim continues his series of classes from Hebrews, “The Superiority of Jesus Christ”, focusing on The Hall of Faith in chapter 11.
The music video that was referenced in the lesson was “Find Us Faithful” by Steve Green. You can watch it from YouTube below:
Nov 23, 2025
Hebrews Lesson 9: The Peril of Rejection
Scripture: Hebrews 10:19-31
Dr. Stephen Kim continues his series of classes from Hebrews, “The Superiority of Jesus Christ”, focusing on the fourth warning passage in Hebrews chapter 10 where we see that the path to reward is the path of enduring.
Nov 16, 2025
Hebrews Lesson 8: Jesus’ Superior Covenant
Scripture: Hebrews 8
Dr. Stephen Kim continues his series of classes from Hebrews, “The Superiority of Jesus Christ”, focusing on Jesus’ Superior Covenant in Hebrews chapter 8.
Lesson Outline
- His superior place of ministry (Hebrews 8:1-5)
- the heavenly sanctuary (Hebrews 8:1-2)
- the earthly sanctuary (Hebrews 8:3-5)
- His superior covenant (Hebrews 8:6-13)
- the eternality of Christ’s covenant (Hebrews 8: 6)
- the temporality of the Levitical covenant (Hebrews 8:7-13)
Scripture: Hebrews 7
Dr. Stephen Kim continues his series of classes from Hebrews, “The Superiority of Jesus Christ”, focusing on chapter 7 and the high priest, Melchizedek.
Lesson Outline
- Jesus’ priesthood is superior to Aaron’s because Melchizedek was superior to Abraham (Levi) (Hebrews 7:1-10)
- Melchizedek > Abraham (Levi)
- Jesus > Levi (Aaron)
- Jesus’ priesthood > Aaronic priesthood
- Jesus’ priesthood is superior to Aaron’s because the Levitical priesthood was set aside (Hebrews 7:11-19)
- It couldn’t bring perfection (Hebrews 7:11)
- It was associated with the Law (Hebrews 7:12)
- It was based on legal ancestry from Levi (Hebrews 7:13-17)
- It was weak & useless, and made nothing perfect (Hebrews 7:18-19a)
- It didn’t enable people to draw near to God (Hebrews 7:19b)
- Jesus’ priesthood is superior to Aaron’s because He Himself is a better priest (Hebrews 7:20-28)
- He was confirmed by an oath–Ps. 110:4 (Hebrews 7:20-22)
- He lives forever–permanent priesthood (Hebrews 7:23-24)
- He Himself is sinless–He is able to meet our need (Hebrews 7:25-26)
- He offered Himself once for all–therefore, there is no need for daily sacrifice (Hebrews 7:27-28)
Nov 02, 2025
“Run, Run, Run, Run, Run!”
Scripture: Hebrews 12:1-3
Dr. Joe Allen presents an energetic lesson from Hebrews encouraging us to have fun, enjoy God, but obey His Word. And to Run, Run, Run, Run, Run and keep running until Jesus sees us through to the end.