Marathon Fellowship Class

Scripture: 1 Chronicles 17 Wayne Stiles explores God’s covenant promises to David and His gracious faithfulness to His people. Drawing from 1 Chronicles 17, he encourages believers to recognize and celebrate God’’s unearned favor, trust His provision, and live in gratitude, allowing God’s grace to shape their daily decisions and spiritual growth. Follow Wayne Stiles through his w...

Scripture: 2 Kings 21-22 Wayne Stiles teaches how God’s boundaries—both moral and spiritual—protect His people and preserve blessing. Using 2 Kings 21-22, he explains that God’s “fences” are not restrictions to limit joy, but safeguards that guide believers into faithful living, helping them honor God, avoid destructive paths, and experience His provision. Follow Wayne Stil...

Scripture: Selections from 1 Kings Wayne Stiles examines how even great wisdom cannot replace obedience, humility, and dependence on God. Drawing from 1 Kings, he shows that success, godly leadership, and spiritual insight require more than intellect—they require a heart aligned with God’s purposes and a life lived in faithful trust. Follow Wayne Stiles through his website: waynestiles.com .

Scripture: 2 Samuel 16; 19; Psalm 3 Wayne Stiles shows how David’s responses to personal attacks reveal God’s protection and guidance. He encourages believers to trust God in the face of criticism and opposition, relying on Him as a refuge, maintaining integrity, and resting in His care rather than reacting in fear or retaliation. Follow Wayne Stiles through his website: waynestiles.co...

Scripture: 1 Samuel 17 How does God work through everyday moments and faithful obedience? As illustrated in the story of David and Goliath, Wayne Stiles encourages believers to trust God in their daily routines, offering their ordinary efforts to Him, and to recognize that even small acts of faithfulness can have eternal significance when God is in control. Follow Wayne Stiles through his website:...

Scripture: Revelation 20:11-15 Imanuel Christian preaches “The Place No One Needs to Go,” focusing on the final judgment and the reality of eternal separation from God. Using Revelation 20:11-15, he warns of the consequences of rejecting Christ while emphasizing the hope offered through salvation. Believers are encouraged to live faithfully, share the gospel, and trust in God’s justice and m...

Scripture: Isaiah 6:1-7; Revelation 4:8 Imanuel Christian explores humanity’s sinfulness and God’s overwhelming holiness. Drawing from Isaiah 6:1-7 and Revelation 4:8, he shows how encountering God’s glory brings awareness of personal shortcomings, yet also reveals His mercy and cleansing. Believers are called to approach God with humility, trust His purifying work, and respond in worship and obed...

Scripture: Ruth Wayne Stiles draws lessons from the Book of Ruth on overcoming bitterness and embracing God’s provision. He illustrates how faith, loyalty, and trust in God’s plan can transform resentment into gratitude and hope. Believers are encouraged to release past hurts, cultivate a heart of thankfulness, and walk in God’s faithful care in all circumstances. Follow Wayne Stiles through his w...

Scripture: Judges 6-7 Wayne Stiles examines God’s call to Gideon and the ways God equips His people to overcome fear. He highlights how trusting God, relying on His strength, and stepping forward in obedience can turn fear into faith. Believers are encouraged to face personal challenges courageously, remembering that God’s presence and guidance are sufficient in every trial. Follow Wayne Stiles th...

Scripture: Joshua 24 Wayne Stiles focuses on Joshua’s call to Israel to choose whom they will serve. He emphasizes the importance of personal commitment, reflection on God’s faithfulness, and the need for ongoing renewal in our hearts. Believers are encouraged to reject compromise, embrace wholehearted devotion, and live in a way that honors God daily. Follow Wayne Stiles through his w...

Scripture: Selections from Deuteronomy 6, 8, 11, 32 Wayne Stiles examines how Moses calls Israel back to faithful dependence on God in Deuteronomy. Through passages on remembering God’s ways, receiving His blessings, and warning against idolatry, he encourages believers that even when we wander or fail, God offers a renewed opportunity to return, walk in covenant obedience, and live in gratitude f...

Scripture: Numbers 11–14 Wayne Stiles addresses Israel’s grumbling in the wilderness. He highlights the dangers of a complaining heart, showing how it undermines trust in God and hinders spiritual growth. Wayne encourages believers to cultivate gratitude, faith, and contentment, emphasizing that a spirit of thankfulness opens the door to God’s blessings and strengthens our walk with Him. Fol...

Scripture: Leviticus 11 Wayne Stiles explores God’s call to holiness expressed through Israel’s dietary laws in Leviticus 11. He explains how these distinctions between clean and unclean animals taught Israel to live set apart for God in every aspect of life. While believers today are not bound to these food laws, the passage still calls Christians to cultivate daily holiness—reflecting God&...

Scripture: Exodus 12 Wayne Stiles explains how the Passover in Exodus 12 reveals God’s provision of redemption through the substitution of an innocent sacrifice. He highlights the significance of the lamb’s blood as protection from judgment and shows how this ancient event ultimately points to Jesus Christ, the true Passover Lamb. Believers are encouraged to rest in Christ’s finished w...

Scripture: Genesis 3; Genesis 12:1-3 Wayne Stiles draws a contrast between Genesis 3’s account of humanity’s fall and Genesis 12:1-3’s call of Abram. He shows how the story moves from brokenness and exile to God’s initiative of grace and covenant promise, calling believers to start with repentance, trust God’s leading, and live as recipients and carriers of God’...

Scripture: Philippians 2:6–11 Guest speaker Imanuel Christian teaches from Philippians 2:6-11, exploring how humanity’s efforts to reach God fall short—and how God graciously came down to us in Christ. He explains the limitations of religion, the uniqueness of Jesus as the only way to the Father, and why Christianity offers a God-centered, grace-based path to salvation. Imanuel encourages be...

Scripture: Acts 1:7-8 George Cotter of Marketplace Chaplains challenges believers to live out their faith in the workplace by sharing the love of Christ through prayer, personal presence, and conversations guided by the Holy Spirit. He emphasizes that transformation comes one soul at a time, highlighting the ministry’s work caring for employees across the nation, supporting chaplains, and trusting...

Scripture: Psalm 42-43 Larry Moyer’s Outline Download Larry Moyer teaches from Psalm 42-43 on how to handle discouragement, showing how God’s Word directs us to turn our thoughts toward Him, trust His faithfulness, and hope in His presence. He emphasizes practical steps for responding to discouragement through prayer, reflection, and dependence on God. Learn more about Larry Moyer at l...

Scripture: 2 Peter 3:12-18 Wayne Stiles teaches from 2 Peter 3:12-18, emphasizing the importance of spiritual growth and maturity as believers await Christ’s return. He encourages Christians to live godly lives, make progress in holiness, and deepen their understanding of God’s Word, reminding them that growth is essential to being prepared for eternity. Follow Wayne Stiles through his...

strong>Scripture: 2 Peter 3:1-11 Wayne Stiles teaches from 2 Peter 3:1-11, showing how God’s patience is a call to repentance and holy living. He emphasizes that God is waiting for people to turn to Him, and that His timing and purpose ultimately lead to the fulfillment of His promises, urging believers to live with readiness and anticipation. Follow Wayne Stiles through his website: waynestiles.c...

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:10-22 Wayne Stiles teaches from 2 Peter 2:10-22, exploring how even negative examples can provide valuable lessons. He examines the behavior of false teachers, the consequences of rebellion, and the warnings Scripture gives, encouraging believers to learn from the mistakes of others and remain steadfast in God’s truth. Follow Wayne Stiles through his website: waynestiles...

Scripture: 2 Peter 2:1-10 Wayne Stiles teaches from 2 Peter 2:1-10, examining the contrast between godly and ungodly living. He highlights the danger of false teachers, the consequences of sin, and God’s power to rescue and protect the faithful, encouraging believers to remain vigilant and anchored in truth. Follow Wayne Stiles through his website: waynestiles.com .

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:12-21 Wayne Stiles teaches from 2 Peter 1:12-21, offering three key reminders for believers: to remain steadfast in faith, to grow in grace and knowledge, and to remember the certainty of God’s promises. He emphasizes the reliability of Scripture and the importance of living in light of Christ’s return. Follow Wayne Stiles through his website: waynestiles.com .

Scripture: 2 Peter 1:1-11 Wayne Stiles teaches from 2 Peter 1:1-11, highlighting God’s “Top 7” qualities that equip believers for spiritual success. He emphasizes faith, virtue, knowledge, self-control, perseverance, godliness, and brotherly love as essential characteristics to grow in Christ and fulfill God’s calling. Follow Wayne Stiles through his website: waynestiles.co...

Scripture: Numbers 13-14 (Selections) Wayne Stiles teaches from Numbers 13-14, encouraging believers to face the future with courage and faith. He highlights how God’s promises remain steadfast despite obstacles and fears, and challenges us to trust God’s plan, step boldly into His calling, and embrace the fabulous future He has prepared for them. Follow Wayne Stiles through his websit...