EPISODE · Jun 28, 2026 · 31 MIN
How do I run the Christian race with purpose? - 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 & Hebrews 12:1-2 - David Ramm
from Hope Sunday Sermons · host Hope Church Lancaster
Hope Live | 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 & Hebrews 12:1-2 | David RammIn the 2000 Sydney Olympics, the GB men's rowing eight went from perennial underachievers to gold medallists — and they did it with one decision-making filter: Will it make the boat go faster?In this message from 1 Corinthians 9 and Hebrews 12, David takes that question and applies it to the Christian life. Paul wasn't shy about using sporting analogies, and here we see why: the discipline, focus, and teamwork that produces gold medals aren't so different from what it takes to run the race of faith well.This is a practical, honest, and energising message for anyone who feels like their spiritual life isn't moving at the pace it should — and wants to do something about it.Four principles from the rowing team that apply directly to your walk with God:A clear goal — do you have one for your Christian lifeRuthless focus — what's slowing you down that needs to go?Small decisions — the daily choices that quietly shape your destinyTeamwork — why no one wins the race aloneFeaturing real stories from prison ministry, end-of-life care, and life in the local church — this is a message that brings scripture off the page and into Monday morning.Key themes: Spiritual discipline · purpose and focus · 1 Corinthians 9 & Hebrews 12 · small habits · community and shared vision · running to win28/06/2026Make sure to share with your friends and family!#hopemessages #1corinthians #hebrews#hopelancaster #hopeisnotncanceled
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Hope Live | 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 & Hebrews 12:1-2 | David RammIn the 2000 Sydney Olympics, the GB men's rowing eight went from perennial underachievers to gold medallists — and they did it with one decision-making filter: Will it make the boat go faster?In this message from 1 Corinthians 9 and Hebrews 12, David takes that question and applies it to the Christian life. Paul wasn't shy about using sporting analogies, and here we see why: the discipline, focus, and teamwork that produces gold medals aren't so different from what it takes to run the race of faith well.This is a practical, honest, and energising message for anyone who feels like their spiritual life isn't moving at the pace it should — and wants to do something about it.Four principles from the rowing team that apply directly to your walk with God:A clear goal — do you have one for your Christian lifeRuthless focus — what's slowing you down that needs to go?Small decisions — the daily choices that quietly shape your destinyTeamwork — why no one wins the race aloneFeaturing real stories from prison ministry, end-of-life care, and life in the local church — this is a message that brings scripture off the page and into Monday morning.Key themes: Spiritual discipline · purpose and focus · 1 Corinthians 9 & Hebrews 12 · small habits · community and shared vision · running to win28/06/2026Make sure to share with your friends and family!#hopemessages #1corinthians #hebrews#hopelancaster #hopeisnotncanceled
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How do I run the Christian race with purpose? - 1 Corinthians 9:24-27 & Hebrews 12:1-2 - David Ramm
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