"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.

Dr. Stephen KimWe 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.

Posted on Apr 07, 2024

Season One of the Bible Drama Series: Old Testament

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Season One of the Bible Drama Series: Old Testament
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Scripture: 1 Peter

Darryl Dike characterizes the Bible and the books of the Bible as episodes in a drama series with two seasons.  The first season, the Old Testament, centers around the main character, the Creator.

Posted on Mar 24, 2024

Being Positioned to Be More Active Partners in Christ

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Being Positioned to Be More Active Partners in Christ
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Scripture: Colossians 1:9-14

Mike Balbier teaches about finding encouragement in the prayer for more transformative power.

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Posted on Mar 17, 2024

Being Positioned and Active Partners in Christ

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Being Positioned and Active Partners in Christ
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Scripture: Colossians 1:1-8

Mike Balbier teaches about finding encouragement in the deep gratitude for the gospel’s remarkable power to transform.

Posted on Mar 10, 2024

Unity at the Heart

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Unity at the Heart
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Scripture: Psalm 133 (and others)

Brian Leicht teaches from Psalm 133 and many passages that unity is the greatest gift of God, at the heart of the church, the future kingdom, the believer’s God-given identity, and the very nature of God.

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Posted on Mar 03, 2024

Assurance Found in Eternity Future

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Assurance Found in Eternity Future
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Scripture: Various passages from Genesis, Deuteronomy, Matthew & 1 Corinthians

Anticipating God’s eternal Kingdom and His plans for the new creation.

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Posted on Feb 25, 2024

Security Shaped in Eternity Past

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Security Shaped in Eternity Past
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Scripture: Genesis 21:33; Romans 8:28-30; Psalm 90:2; Ezekiel 28:12-19

Dr. Mike Balbier teaches about reflecting on God’s eternal kingdom and His plans for the temporal world.

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Posted on Feb 18, 2024

Are You in Trouble?

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Are You in Trouble?
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Scripture: Isaiah 43:1-2

Steve McCoy teaches from Isaiah 43:1-2 on how to navigate troubled times. He highlights three key time-tested truths that believers can apply with each new challenge life presents. This lesson offers practical guidance for trusting God and living faithfully amid life’s difficulties.

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Posted on Feb 11, 2024

Going from One Spiritual Leader to Another

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Going from One Spiritual Leader to Another
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Scripture: 2 Kings 2:1-18

Steve McCoy teaches us that spiritual transitions are often challenging for God’s people.  We’ll look at principles for adapting to new spiritual leadership from the story of when Elisha took over the ministry of Elijah.

Posted on Feb 04, 2024

Fan or Follower?

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Fan or Follower?
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Scripture: Miscellaneous passages in the gospels and 1 Peter

Bob Campanella takes us through the gospels showing us a number of “fans of Jesus”, but not true followers.  He then takes us back to the apostle, Peter, how he changed through the power of the Holy Spirit demonstrating in 1 Peter the characteristics of a true follower of Christ.

Posted on Jan 28, 2024

Following Christ

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Scripture: John 21

Bob Campanella takes us through John 21, showing us how God provides for us to follow Jesus through the power of the Holy Spirit.

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