Marathon Fellowship Class

Scripture: Mark 8:17–9:7 Wayne Stiles teaches that our disappointment with God often stems from unmet expectations rather than God’s failure. Like the disciples who saw Jesus’ mission “blurry,” we too must learn that true sight comes through surrender, suffering, and aligning our minds with God’s purposes. Stiles reminds us that Jesus loves us enough to disappoint us...

Scripture: Colossians 1:3-8 Stan’s Outline Download Lesson Outline Introduction Doctrinal: the person and work of Christ (Colossians 1:1-2:3) Introduction (Colossians 1:1-14) The salutation (Colossians 1:1-2) The writer (Colossians 1:1) The recipients of the epistle (Colossians 1:2a) saints faithful brethren in Christ The greeting (Colossians 1:2b) grace to you peace The thanksgiving (Coloss...

Scripture: Colossians 1:1-2 Stan’s Outline Download Lesson Outline Introductory Matters The city of Colosse Location History The church at Colosse The “prison” epistles The Colossian heresy An Exposition of Colossians Doctrinal: the person and work of Christ (Colossians 1:1-2:3) Introduction (Colossians 1:1-14) The salutation (Colossians 1:1-2) The writer: Paul, an apostle of Jes...

Scripture: 2 Peter 2-3 In this message Dr. Wayne Stiles tackles one of life’s hardest questions: why a good and powerful God allows evil to exist. He shows that God’s seeming delay in judging evil is not neglect but mercy—granting time for repentance and salvation. Ultimately, the cross reveals that God used the most evil act in history to bring about the greatest good: redemption through Jesus Ch...

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15 Stan’s Outline Download Lesson Outline Introduction A definition of prayer The primary purpose of prayer A proper procedure for prayer Protocols of prayer The importance of prayer Problems about prayer The problem of God’s greatness The problem of God’s omniscience The problem of natural law The problem of God’s sovereignty The problem of unanswere...

Stan’s Outline Download Lesson Outline Introduction A definition of prayer The primary purpose of prayer A proper procedure for prayer Protocols of prayer The importance of prayer It is commanded It is an expression of our faith It relieves our burdens It is an expression of love for others It promotes the ministry of leaders It provides Christian workers It results in spiritual strength Pro...

Stan’s Outline Download Lesson Outline Introduction A definition of prayer The primary purpose of prayer A proper procedure for prayer Protocols of prayer Conditions of prayer No unconfessed sin According to God’s Word With faith Practical points for prayer Regular times Definite Fervent The importance of prayer It is commanded It is an expression of our faith It relieves our burdens I...

Stan’s Outline Download Lesson Outline Introduction A definition of prayer The primary purpose of prayer A proper procedure for prayer Addressed to the Father In the name of the Son Empowered by the Spirit Protocols of prayer Conditions of prayer No unconfessed sin According to God’s Word With faith Practical points for prayer Regular times Definite Fervent Conclusion and application

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15 Stan’s Outline Download Lesson Outline Introduction A definition of prayer Statement of definition A defense The vocabulary The Lord’s Prayer (Matthew 6:9-15) Make your name to be held in reverence. Make your kingdom come. Make your will to be done as in heaven so also on the earth. Today, give us our daily bread. And forgive us our debts … our debtors. And do...

Scripture: Matthew 6:9-15 Stan’s Outline Download Lesson Outline Introduction A definition of prayer Statement of definition A defense The vocabulary proseuchomai , proseuche aiteo , aitema erotao deomai , deesis parakaleo , paraklesis entungchano , enteuchsis hiketerios The Lord’s Prayer (Matthew 6:9-15) Make your name to be held in reverence. Make your kingdom come. Make your will to...

Scripture: Malachi 4:1-6 Stan’s Outline Download Lesson Outline Introduction The proposition of the book (Malachi 1:1-5) The priests and their sins (Malachi 1:6-2:9) The people and their sins (Malachi 2:10-3:12) The prospects for the future (Malachi 3:13-4:6) The reward of the righteous (Malachi 3:13-18) The return of the Messiah (Malachi 4:1-6) The warning of the messenger (Malachi 4:1-3) T...

Scripture: Malachi 3:13-18 Stan’s Outline Download Lesson Outline Introduction The proposition of the book (Malachi 1:1-5) The priests and their sins (Malachi 1:6-2:9) The people and their sins (Malachi 2:10-3:12) The prospects for the future (Malachi 3:13-4:6) The reward of the righteous (Malachi 3:13-18) The complaint of the unfaithful (Malachi 3:13-15) The charge (Malachi 3:13a) The reply...

Scripture: Malachi 3:7-12 Stan’s Outline Download Lesson Outline Introduction The proposition of the book (Malachi 1:1-5) The priests and their sins (Malachi 1:6-2:9) The people and their sins (Malachi 2:10-3:12) Sins of marriage (Malachi 2:10-16) Sins of murmuring (Malachi 2:17-3:6) Sins of money (Malachi 3:7-12) The plea for repentance (Malachi 3:7) Israel’s constant sin (Malachi 3:7...

Scripture: Malachi 2:17-3:6 Stan’s Outline Download Lesson Outline Introduction The proposition of the book (Malachi 1:1-5) The priests and their sins (Malachi 1:6-2:9) The people and their sins (Malachi 2:10-3:12) Sins of marriage (Malachi 2:10-16) Sins of murmuring (Malachi 2:17-3:6) The question (Malachi 2:17) The charge (Malachi 2:17a) The response (Malachi 2:17b) The explanation (Malach...

Scripture: Malachi 2:10-16 Stan’s Outline Download Lesson Outline Introduction The proposition of the book (Malachi 1:1-5) The priests and their sins (Malachi 1:6-2:9) The people and their sins (Malachi 2:10-3:12) Sins of marriage (Malachi 2:10-16) Wrong marriages (Malachi 2:10-12) The charge (Malachi 2:10-11) The penalty (Malachi 2:12) Wrong divorces (Malachi 2:13-16) The charge (Malachi 2:...

Scripture: Malachi 2:1-9 Stan’s Outline Download Lesson Outline Introduction The proposition of the book (Malachi 1:1-5) The priests and their sins (Malachi 1:6-2:9) The departure of the priests (Malachi 1:6-14) The discipline of the priests (Malachi 2:1-9) The future of the priests (Malachi 2:1-4) The cursing of their blessings (Malachi 2:1-2) The corruption of their seed (Malachi 2:3a) The...

Scripture: Malachi 1:6-14 Stan’s Outline Download Lesson Outline Introduction The proposition of the book (Malachi 1:1-5) The priests and their sins (Malachi 1:6-2:9) The departure of the priests (Malachi 1:6-14) Their disrespect of God (Malachi 1:6-8) The principle of respect (Malachi 1:6a) The practice of the priests (Malachi 1:6b-8) The disapproval by God (Malachi 1:9-14) The refusal of t...

Scripture: Malachi 1:1-5 Stan’s Outline Download Lesson Outline Introduction of the Book The values of studying Malachi The practical value of studying Malachi The theological value of studying Malachi The setting of the book The prophet Exposition of the Book The proposition of the book (Malachi 1:1-5) The superscription (Malachi 1:1) The dispute concerning God’s love (Malachi 1:2a) T...

Scripture: Matthew 28:16-20 Stan’s Outline Download Lesson Outline Introduction The incarnation and preparation of the King (Matthew 1:1-4:11) The declaration of the principles of the King (Matthew 4:12-7:29) The manifestation of the King (Matthew 8:1-11:1) The opposition to the King (Matthew 11:2-13:53) The reaction of the King (Matthew 13:54-19:2) The formal presentation and rejection of t...

Scripture: Matthew 28:6-15 Stan’s Outline Download Lesson Outline Introduction The incarnation and preparation of the King (Matthew 1:1-4:11) The declaration of the principles of the King (Matthew 4:12-7:29) The manifestation of the King (Matthew 8:1-11:1) The opposition to the King (Matthew 11:2-13:53) The reaction of the King (Matthew 13:54-19:2) The formal presentation and rejection of th...

Key Passage: Deuteronomy 11:10–17 In this insightful message, Dr. Wayne Stiles helps us see how the geography of the Bible is more than a backdrop—it’s a teacher of faith. God intentionally placed His people in a land that would test, shape, and strengthen their dependence on Him. By tracing key locations and biblical events, Dr. Stiles reveals how the very landscape of Scripture continues to illu...

Scripture: Matthew 27:57-28:10 Stan’s Outline Download Lesson Outline Introduction The incarnation and preparation of the King (Matthew 1:1-4:11) The declaration of the principles of the King (Matthew 4:12-7:29) The manifestation of the King (Matthew 8:1-11:1) The opposition to the King (Matthew 11:2-13:53) The reaction of the King (Matthew 13:54-19:2) The formal presentation and rejection o...

Scripture: Matthew 27:45-61 Stan’s Outline Download Lesson Outline Introduction The incarnation and preparation of the King (Matthew 1:1-4:11) The declaration of the principles of the King (Matthew 4:12-7:29) The manifestation of the King (Matthew 8:1-11:1) The opposition to the King (Matthew 11:2-13:53) The reaction of the King (Matthew 13:54-19:2) The formal presentation and rejection of t...