"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.
Feb 26, 2023
Standing Firm in a Downward World
Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-5; 1 Thessalonians 4–5; 1 Peter 3–4; James 1
As 2023 gets started, Mike Milstead teaches how to live faithfully and successfully as a Christian in the United States today. He challenges believers to live as strong, disciplined Christians in a culture that is drifting from truth. Drawing from Paul’s charge to Timothy, he encourages followers of Christ to endure hardship, pursue holiness, rely on the Holy Spirit, and remain faithful witnesses even when the times are difficult.
Feb 19, 2023
Leviticus Lesson 9: Hope for Your Burdened Body
Scripture: Leviticus 12
Wayne Stiles teaches from Leviticus 12 that only those who are whole—both spiritually and physically—may enter the presence of our holy God. And only Jesus makes that possible.
Scripture: Leviticus 11
Wayne Stiles teaches from Leviticus 11 how we can apply the timeless truths of Israel’s kosher laws to our lives today. In truth, a kosher walk with God was never about food alone—but food merely helped facilitate a holy life and pointed us to our holy God.
Feb 05, 2023
The Power of Forgiveness
Scripture: Matthew 18:21-22
David Souther covers what forgiveness is, what it is not, and how extending it can be a blessing in our lives. He emphasizes the transformative power of forgiveness, encouraging believers to practice it as Christ commands.
Scripture: Leviticus 10
Wayne Stiles teaches from Leviticus 10 how to steer our lives in the direction we want them to go. There is only one way we can approach God—His way. And there is only one way we can know God’s will—His Word.
Scripture: Leviticus 8
Wayne Stiles teaches from Leviticus 8 three ways to devote your life to God. Because the Lord has called us out of darkness into His marvelous light, we should have ears to hear, hands to work, and feet to follow.
Scripture: Psalm 23:3b
In this fifth lesson on Psalm 23, Imanuel Christian teaches on “walking in the paths of righteousness,” showing how the Lord guides us hand in hand. As we follow His lead, our lives are blessed and His glory is revealed.
Jan 08, 2023
Leviticus Lesson 5: How to Give God Your Best
Scripture: Leviticus 7:22-27
Wayne Stiles teaches from the book of Leviticus and other Scriptures how we can give God the best we have in our time, our treasure, and our talents.
Dec 11, 2022
The Way Up is Down
Scripture: Philippians 2:3-13
Wayne Stiles teaches from Jesus’ example in Philippians 2:3-13 that the way up is down. Just humbled Himself and was later exalted by God. We too can be servant-minded to others, following Jesus’ example.
Dec 04, 2022
Leviticus Lesson 4: God Longs to Be with You
Scripture: Leviticus 9
Wayne Stiles teaches from Leviticus 9 that God longs to be with us—both now and forever—and Jesus made it possible. We see how the entire Bible reveals God’s goal and how He made it happen.