"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.
Aug 01, 2021
Are You Sure You’re Secure?
Scripture: Selections from the Book of Hebrews
Wayne Stiles teaches from the difficult warning passages in the book of Hebrews, showing how we move forward, not backward, in our fight against sin. The joy that God has set before us can strengthen us to endure the struggle.
Jul 25, 2021
How God Frees Us to Forgive
Scripture: Book of Philemon
Wayne Stiles teaches from the book of Philemon how the Lord helps us forgive as we’ve been forgiven: factor God’s sovereignty into your struggle.
Jul 18, 2021
What God’s Grace Can Do for You Every Day
Scripture: Titus 2:11-3:8
Wayne Stiles teaches from the book of Titus that God’s saving grace is freely available to all, and grace is our motivation for godly living.
Jul 11, 2021
True Forgiveness
Vladimir Pikman teaches on true forgiveness from the words and examples of Jesus and Stephen.
Jul 04, 2021
How to Finish Well
Scripture: 2 Timothy 2:1-10
Wayne Stiles teaches from the book of 2 Timothy that God’s will for your life is to be a disciple and to make disciples. And regardless of your past, determine today to finish well.
Scripture: I Corinthians 15:3-5; Galatians 1:6-9; Mark 16:15; Titus 2:11-12
Dr. Larry Moyer, Chairman, Founder & CEO of EvanTell, teaches The Gospel in ten words and explains the four things every Christian should do.
Larry Moyer’s Outline Download
Lesson Outline
- Define it!
For I delivered to you first of all that which I also received: that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, and that He was buried, and that He rose again the third day according to the Scriptures and that He was seen by Cephas, then by the twelve.
1 Corinthians 15:3-5The Gospel in ten words: “Christ died for our sins and rose from the dead.”
- Defend it!
I marvel that you are turning away so soon from Him who called you in the grace of Christ, to a different gospel, which is not another; but there are some who trouble you and want to pervert the gospel of Christ. But even if we, or an angel from heaven, pr each any other gospel to you than that we have preached to you, let him be accursed. As we have said before, so now I say again, if anyone preaches any other gospel to you than what you have received, let him be accursed.
Galatians 1:6-9 - Declare it!
And He said to them, “Go into all the world and preach the gospel to every creature.
Mark 16:15 - Decorate it!
For the grace of God that brings salvation has appeared to all men, teaching us that, denying ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly in the present age.
Titus 2:11-12
Jun 20, 2021
What’s God Like? (Part 2)
Scripture: John 13:1-17
In this message from John 13:1-17, Rhome van Dyck explores the triune God as the relational God of love. He highlights how Jesus’ example of humble service at the Last Supper models the love and service God desires in His followers.
Jun 13, 2021
What’s God Like?
Scripture: John 14:1-14
Rhome van Dyck examines the beauty of Jesus as the perfect revealer of the Father. He highlights how Christ shows God’s character, provides a pathway to know Him personally, and offers assurance that knowing Jesus is the key to understanding and experiencing the fullness of God in our daily lives.
Jun 06, 2021
Contentment and How to Find It
Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:5-19
Wayne Stiles teaches from 1 Timothy 6 that our greatest gain comes from nonfinancial goals—godliness and contentment. God owns it all, and we are but stewards of His possessions. When our hope is in God, we are free to be rich in good works.
May 30, 2021
Are the Headlines End-Times?
Scripture: 2 Thessalonians 2
Wayne Stiles teaches from the book of 2 Thessalonians that believers will experience God’s presence, not God’s wrath. And because time could be short, we should eagerly (accept and) proclaim the Lord Jesus.