"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.
Sep 28, 2025
Hebrews Lesson 2: Eight Reasons for Jesus’ Humanity
Scripture: Hebrews 2:5-18
Dr. Kim will continue his series of classes from Hebrews—”The Superiority of Jesus Christ”, focusing on Jesus’ humanity in Hebrews 2:5-18.
Lesson Outline
8 Reasons for Jesus’ Humanity in Hebrews 2:5-18
- To fulfill God’s purpose for man (Hebrews 2: 5-9a)
- To taste death for all (Hebrews 2:9b)
- To bring many sons to glory (Hebrews 2:10-13)
- To destroy the devil (Hebrews 2:14)
- To deliver those in bondage (Hebrews 2:15)
- To become a merciful & faithful high priest (Hebrews 2:16-17a)
- To make atonement for sins (Hebrews 2:17b)
- To help those who are being tempted (Hebrews 2: 18)
Sep 21, 2025
Hebrews Lesson 1: The Superiority of Jesus Christ
Scripture: Hebrews 1-2
Dr. Stephen Kim begins his teaching from the New Testament Book of Hebrews. This week’s lesson includes an introduction to the book and he covers chapters 1 and 2.
Sep 14, 2025
John Lesson 23: The Real Lord’s Prayer
Scripture: John 17
Dr. Stephen Kim continues his teaching from the Gospel of John. This week’s lesson is titled, “The Real Lord’s Prayer”, drawing on John 17.
Scripture: Various in the Pentateuch
God called out a specific people for a specific purpose and gave them a specific law code including a freedom code, a spiritual code, and a civil code. We will examine the “why” and “wherefores” of each along with our present Biblical/Christian application responsibility.
Aug 31, 2025
“No, Mine! Mine! Mine!”
Scripture: Matthew 5:38-48
Probably, no part of the Sermon on the Mount has been more misunderstood than these verses. Bob Campanella will take us through these verses showing us what Jesus meant.
Aug 24, 2025
John Lesson 22: The Holy Spirit and His Ministries
Scripture: John 16
Dr. Stephen Kim continues his teaching from the Gospel of John. This week’s lesson is titled, “The Holy Spirit and His Ministries”. Stephen prefaces his John teaching with a scriptural “plug” for Marathon’s Koinonia fellowship groups.
Scripture: Isaiah 28; Ezekiel 31; Psalms 76
Will the United States of America stand as a nation as we know it until the rapture? History repeats itself for nations who fall because of preoccupation with prosperity and the influence and domination of Satan’s Cosmic System. Our future is clear if we continue down the present path toward disaster. However, a viable solution is available.
Aug 10, 2025
John Lesson 21: Aliens in the World
Scripture: John 15:18-27; 16
Dr. Stephen Kim continues his teaching from the Gospel of John. This week’s lesson is titled, “Aliens in the World”, drawing on John 15:18-27; 16.
Aug 03, 2025
John Lesson 20: Abiding In Christ
Scripture: John 15:1-11
Dr. Stephen Kim continues his teaching from the Gospel of John. This week’s lesson is titled, “Abiding In Christ”.
Scripture: John 14:15-31
Dr. Stephen Kim continues his teaching from the Gospel of John. This week’s lesson is titled, “Unleashing Your Spiritual Potential Part 2”, drawing on John 14:15-31.