HOW ARE WE DOING SPIRITUALLY?
A REMINDER
WORD OF THE LORD 2020
NEW WINE! FRESH OIL! NEW WINESKIN!
HOW ARE WE DOING SPIRITUALLY?
WORD OF THE LORD 2020
Receive new wine and fresh oil for a new
you!
Present yourself as a new wineskin to
receive new wine and fresh oil!
HOW ARE WE DOING SPIRITUALLY?
WORD OF THE LORD 2020
OUR RESPONSIBILITY
RECEIVE IT!
BELIEVE IT!
APPLY IT! (RUN WITH IT!)
HOW ARE WE DOING SPIRITUALLY?
THE RACE
OUR LIFE – A LIFE OF PURPOSE
1 Corinthians 9:24
24 Do you not know that those who run in
a race all run, but one receives the prize?
Run in such a way that you may obtain it.
HOW ARE WE DOING SPIRITUALLY?
THE RACE
OUR LIFE – A LIFE OF PURPOSE
Galatians 5:7
7 You ran well. Who hindered you from
obeying the truth?
HOW ARE WE DOING SPIRITUALLY?
THE RACE
OUR LIFE ASSIGNMENT
2 Timothy 4:7
7 I have fought the good fight, I have
finished the race, I have kept the faith.
HOW ARE WE DOING SPIRITUALLY?
RUN WITH ENDURANCE
Hebrews 12:1-2
1Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a
cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the
sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with
endurance the race that is set before us, 2 looking unto
Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy
that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the
shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne
of God.
HOW ARE WE DOING SPIRITUALLY?
ENDURANCE
TO KEEP GOING WITHOUT GIVING UP!
WITHSTAND WEAR & TEAR!
HOW ARE WE DOING SPIRITUALLY?
ENDURANCE
1. BE INTENTIONAL
(DELIBERATE & PURPOSEFUL)
Christ-centered choices.
Word based decisions.
Intentional use of our resources – time, money,
skills & abilities.
HOW ARE WE DOING SPIRITUALLY?
ENDURANCE
2. BE CONSISTENT
(STEADFAST & DISCIPLINED)
Our walk with God, not being double minded.
Our spiritual disciplines – Word, Worship, Prayer
HOW ARE WE DOING SPIRITUALLY?
ENDURANCE
3. FAITH & GOOD CONSCIENCE
HOW ARE WE DOING SPIRITUALLY?
Some Insights
1. IDENTIFY & PUT AWAY
Vs 1:
Let us lay aside every weight and the sin which so
easily ensnares us
HOW ARE WE DOING SPIRITUALLY?
Some Insights
1. IDENTIFY & PUT AWAY
UNLESS WE CALL SIN AS SIN, WE WILL NOT PUT IT
AWAY
HOW ARE WE DOING SPIRITUALLY?
Some Insights
1. IDENTIFY & PUT AWAY
Weights – Not necessarily sinful but have the
potential to open the door for sin to enter in
HOW ARE WE DOING SPIRITUALLY?
Some Insights
2. UNBROKEN FOCUS
Vs: 2
2 looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of
our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him
endured the cross, despising the shame, and has
sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
HOW ARE WE DOING SPIRITUALLY?
Some Insights
2. UNBROKEN FOCUS
Matthew 14:30
30 But when he saw that the wind was
boisterous, he was afraid; and beginning to sink
he cried out, saying, “Lord, save me!”
HOW ARE WE DOING SPIRITUALLY?
Some Insights
2. UNBROKEN FOCUS
Distractions cause fear so we don’t step out in
faith.
HOW ARE WE DOING SPIRITUALLY?
Some Insights
2. UNBROKEN FOCUS
Vs: 3
3 For consider Him who endured such hostility
from sinners against Himself, lest you become
weary and discouraged in your souls.
HOW ARE WE DOING SPIRITUALLY?
Some Insights
2. UNBROKEN FOCUS
Distractions cause weariness and
discouragement
HOW ARE WE DOING SPIRITUALLY?
Some Insights
3. ENDURE CHASTENING
Vs: 7
7 If you endure chastening, God deals with you as
with sons; for what son is there whom a father
does not chasten?
HOW ARE WE DOING SPIRITUALLY?
Some Insights
3. ENDURE CHASTENING
1. Through His Word and Spirit
2. Through others – authority structures, divine
order.
3. Circumstances.
HOW ARE WE DOING SPIRITUALLY?
Some Insights
3. ENDURE CHASTENING
Vs: 11
11 Now no chastening seems to be joyful for the
present, but painful; nevertheless, afterward it
yields the peaceable fruit of righteousness to
those who have been trained by it.
HOW ARE WE DOING SPIRITUALLY?
Some Insights
4. ARISE & RUN
Hebrews 12:12-15
12 Therefore strengthen the hands which hang down, and
the feeble knees,
13 and make straight paths for your feet, so that what is
lame may not be dislocated, but rather be healed.
HOW ARE WE DOING SPIRITUALLY?
Some Insights
4. ARISE & RUN
Hebrews 12:12-15
14 Pursue peace with all people, and holiness, without
which no one will see the Lord: 15 looking carefully lest
anyone fall short of the grace of God; lest any root of
bitterness springing up cause trouble, and by this many
become defiled;
HOW ARE WE DOING SPIRITUALLY?
Some Insights
4. ARISE & RUN
Isaiah 40:31
31 But those who wait on the Lord shall renew
their strength; They shall mount up with wings
like eagles, They shall run and not be weary, They
shall walk and not faint.
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  • 2.
    HOW ARE WEDOING SPIRITUALLY? A REMINDER WORD OF THE LORD 2020 NEW WINE! FRESH OIL! NEW WINESKIN!
  • 3.
    HOW ARE WEDOING SPIRITUALLY? WORD OF THE LORD 2020 Receive new wine and fresh oil for a new you! Present yourself as a new wineskin to receive new wine and fresh oil!
  • 4.
    HOW ARE WEDOING SPIRITUALLY? WORD OF THE LORD 2020 OUR RESPONSIBILITY RECEIVE IT! BELIEVE IT! APPLY IT! (RUN WITH IT!)
  • 5.
    HOW ARE WEDOING SPIRITUALLY? THE RACE OUR LIFE – A LIFE OF PURPOSE 1 Corinthians 9:24 24 Do you not know that those who run in a race all run, but one receives the prize? Run in such a way that you may obtain it.
  • 6.
    HOW ARE WEDOING SPIRITUALLY? THE RACE OUR LIFE – A LIFE OF PURPOSE Galatians 5:7 7 You ran well. Who hindered you from obeying the truth?
  • 7.
    HOW ARE WEDOING SPIRITUALLY? THE RACE OUR LIFE ASSIGNMENT 2 Timothy 4:7 7 I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.
  • 8.
    HOW ARE WEDOING SPIRITUALLY? RUN WITH ENDURANCE Hebrews 12:1-2 1Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, 2 looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
  • 9.
    HOW ARE WEDOING SPIRITUALLY? ENDURANCE TO KEEP GOING WITHOUT GIVING UP! WITHSTAND WEAR & TEAR!
  • 10.
    HOW ARE WEDOING SPIRITUALLY? ENDURANCE 1. BE INTENTIONAL (DELIBERATE & PURPOSEFUL) Christ-centered choices. Word based decisions. Intentional use of our resources – time, money, skills & abilities.
  • 11.
    HOW ARE WEDOING SPIRITUALLY? ENDURANCE 2. BE CONSISTENT (STEADFAST & DISCIPLINED) Our walk with God, not being double minded. Our spiritual disciplines – Word, Worship, Prayer
  • 12.
    HOW ARE WEDOING SPIRITUALLY? ENDURANCE 3. FAITH & GOOD CONSCIENCE
  • 13.
    HOW ARE WEDOING SPIRITUALLY? Some Insights 1. IDENTIFY & PUT AWAY Vs 1: Let us lay aside every weight and the sin which so easily ensnares us
  • 14.
    HOW ARE WEDOING SPIRITUALLY? Some Insights 1. IDENTIFY & PUT AWAY UNLESS WE CALL SIN AS SIN, WE WILL NOT PUT IT AWAY
  • 15.
    HOW ARE WEDOING SPIRITUALLY? Some Insights 1. IDENTIFY & PUT AWAY Weights – Not necessarily sinful but have the potential to open the door for sin to enter in
  • 16.
    HOW ARE WEDOING SPIRITUALLY? Some Insights 2. UNBROKEN FOCUS Vs: 2 2 looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
  • 17.
    HOW ARE WEDOING SPIRITUALLY? Some Insights 2. UNBROKEN FOCUS Matthew 14:30 30 But when he saw that the wind was boisterous, he was afraid; and beginning to sink he cried out, saying, “Lord, save me!”
  • 18.
    HOW ARE WEDOING SPIRITUALLY? Some Insights 2. UNBROKEN FOCUS Distractions cause fear so we don’t step out in faith.
  • 19.
    HOW ARE WEDOING SPIRITUALLY? Some Insights 2. UNBROKEN FOCUS Vs: 3 3 For consider Him who endured such hostility from sinners against Himself, lest you become weary and discouraged in your souls.
  • 20.
    HOW ARE WEDOING SPIRITUALLY? Some Insights 2. UNBROKEN FOCUS Distractions cause weariness and discouragement
  • 21.
    HOW ARE WEDOING SPIRITUALLY? Some Insights 3. ENDURE CHASTENING Vs: 7 7 If you endure chastening, God deals with you as with sons; for what son is there whom a father does not chasten?
  • 22.
    HOW ARE WEDOING SPIRITUALLY? Some Insights 3. ENDURE CHASTENING 1. Through His Word and Spirit 2. Through others – authority structures, divine order. 3. Circumstances.
  • 23.
    HOW ARE WEDOING SPIRITUALLY? Some Insights 3. ENDURE CHASTENING Vs: 11 11 Now no chastening seems to be joyful for the present, but painful; nevertheless, afterward it yields the peaceable fruit of righteousness to those who have been trained by it.
  • 24.
    HOW ARE WEDOING SPIRITUALLY? Some Insights 4. ARISE & RUN Hebrews 12:12-15 12 Therefore strengthen the hands which hang down, and the feeble knees, 13 and make straight paths for your feet, so that what is lame may not be dislocated, but rather be healed.
  • 25.
    HOW ARE WEDOING SPIRITUALLY? Some Insights 4. ARISE & RUN Hebrews 12:12-15 14 Pursue peace with all people, and holiness, without which no one will see the Lord: 15 looking carefully lest anyone fall short of the grace of God; lest any root of bitterness springing up cause trouble, and by this many become defiled;
  • 26.
    HOW ARE WEDOING SPIRITUALLY? Some Insights 4. ARISE & RUN Isaiah 40:31 31 But those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength; They shall mount up with wings like eagles, They shall run and not be weary, They shall walk and not faint.

Editor's Notes

  • #9  THE RACE Hebrews 12:1-2 1Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, 2 looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
  • #10  THE RACE Hebrews 12:1-2 1Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, 2 looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
  • #11  THE RACE Hebrews 12:1-2 1Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, 2 looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
  • #12  THE RACE Hebrews 12:1-2 1Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, 2 looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
  • #13  THE RACE Hebrews 12:1-2 1Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, 2 looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
  • #14  THE RACE Hebrews 12:1-2 1Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, 2 looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
  • #15  THE RACE Hebrews 12:1-2 1Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, 2 looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
  • #16  THE RACE Hebrews 12:1-2 1Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, 2 looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
  • #17  THE RACE Hebrews 12:1-2 1Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, 2 looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
  • #18  THE RACE Hebrews 12:1-2 1Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, 2 looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
  • #19  THE RACE Hebrews 12:1-2 1Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, 2 looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
  • #20  THE RACE Hebrews 12:1-2 1Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, 2 looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
  • #21  THE RACE Hebrews 12:1-2 1Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, 2 looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
  • #22  THE RACE Hebrews 12:1-2 1Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, 2 looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
  • #23  THE RACE Hebrews 12:1-2 1Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, 2 looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
  • #24  THE RACE Hebrews 12:1-2 1Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, 2 looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
  • #25  THE RACE Hebrews 12:1-2 1Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, 2 looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
  • #26  THE RACE Hebrews 12:1-2 1Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, 2 looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
  • #27  THE RACE Hebrews 12:1-2 1Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, 2 looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.