Marathon Fellowship Class

Scripture: Psalm 23:2 Continuing his study of Psalm 23, Imanuel Christian teaches from verse 2, exploring how the Lord lovingly provides rest, peace, and nourishment for His people. This lesson reflects on the Shepherd’s tender care and the trust that enables His sheep to lie down without fear.

Scripture: Genesis 41 Wayne Stiles teaches from Genesis 41 that our toughest tests aren’t trials but blessings that draw us away from our walk with God. God defines true success as faithfulness.

Scripture: Genesis 40 Wayne Stiles teaches from Genesis 40 that God’s priority is the work He does in us rather than through us. That’s why His plans for us include preparation and waiting, and God sees our faithfulness in obscurity as preparation for increasing influence.

Scripture: Genesis 39 Wayne Stiles teaches from Joseph’s experience in Genesis 39 that we need to see all sin through the eyes of God and have a healthy distrust of ourselves with regard to temptation. What seem like unjust setbacks are part of God’s plan for our progress.

Scripture: Genesis 38 Wayne Stiles teaches from the Genesis 38 that God may use seemingly unrelated events to remind us of our responsibilities. Also, God’s purposes for our lives will still be accomplished in spite of our family upbringing.

Scripture: Genesis 37 Wayne Stiles teaches from the life of Joseph in Genesis 37 that God’s Word may seem to contradict our circumstances or expectations. God may remove us from our preferred situation in order to deepen our walk with Him. God often hides the details of His plan so that we trust Him—not the plan.

Scripture: Psalm 1:1 The phrase I shall not want is usually understood in a material sense, I will lack nothing. But the deeper meaning is that the Lord is enough for me, I am fully satisfied in Him. I want nothing else, nothing more.

Scripture: Luke 2:52 and Selected Scriptures Wayne Stiles teaches from Luke 2:52 that growing like Jesus includes both our spiritual and social lives. It all boils down to priorities and love for God as the basis of our daily activities—and fulfillment.

Scripture: Luke 2:52 and Selected Scriptures Wayne Stiles teaches from Luke 2:52 that growing like Jesus includes both our intellectual and physical health. Learning God’s Word gives us a stronger trust in the Lord and a confidence in the truth—and committing to our physical health is an act of worship.

Scripture: Romans 1:16-17 Vladimir Pikman shares his journey from Jewish atheism in Kyiv to faith in Jesus, illustrating how the gospel is the power of God for salvation. Drawing on Romans 1:16, he emphasizes that the good news is meant for the Jew first and also for the Gentile, calling believers to speak, live, and share the gospel faithfully.

Scripture: Revelation 12:1-11 Christmas did not bring peace on earth, but it started war in heaven and war on earth (Revelation 12:1-9). But the baby born two thousand years ago accomplished four things (Revelation 12:10-11): The plan of salvation was accomplished. The Kingdom of Christ assured. The evil will finally be destroyed. and Until then the people of God will live by faith and stand firm...

Scripture: Ruth 4 Wayne Stiles teaches from Ruth chapter 4 that sometimes we can’t see God’s faithfulness in our lives until it’s upon us. His gift of perspective allows to take by faith today God’s goodness we will see tomorrow.  

Scripture: Ruth 2-3 Wayne Stiles teaches from Ruth chapters 2-3 that our so-called “chances” in life are really God’s choices. Every good opportunity is not a call from God, but the Lord urges us to wait for His best.

Scripture: Ruth 1 Wayne Stiles teaches from the book of Ruth chapter 1 that when God disappoints us, we need to be honest with God about our feelings and to look for His blessings hiding in plain sight.  

Scripture: Selections from Revelation Wayne Stiles teaches from the book of Revelation that we can begin again with God. The images of Revelation highlight God’s ultimate desire to bless Israel and the Church—all who will come to Him through Jesus Christ.

Carl Flowers traces America’s Christian heritage through the words and writings of our founders. Lesson Notes Download

Scripture: Book of Jude Wayne Stiles teaches from the book of Jude that our walks with God are worth fighting for. We do that by guarding our time with God. and having mercy on those who are struggling.

Scripture: Book of 3 John Wayne Stiles teaches from the book of 3 John five good lessons from a bad example, a man named Demetrius. By becoming a student of the lives of others, we can imitate the good and give God glory.

Scripture: Book of 2 John Wayne Stiles teaches from the book of 2 John that we walk in truth when we love sacrificially. At the same time, sacrificial love should never sacrifice truth. God’s Word gives us the balance.

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 3:1 In “How to Navigate Change,” David Souther teaches that change is a tool the Lord uses to accomplish His purposes in our lives. Drawing from Ecclesiastes 3:1, Daniel 2:20-21, Romans 8:28, and other passages, Souther explains how God uses change to strengthen our character, draw us into greater holiness, and prepare us for new opportunities. He encourages bel...

Scripture: Jude With Jude’s call to contend for the faith, we examine the central theme of the cross and Jesus’ substitutionary atonement and all it accomplishes.

Scripture: Jude With Jude’s call to contend for the faith, Rhome Van Dyck examines the central theme of the cross and Jesus’ substitutionary atonement and all it accomplishes.

Scripture: 1 John 1:1-2:2 Wayne Stiles teaches from the book of 1 John that obedience is the key to fellowship with God, and when we blow it, confession restores our fellowship. Why? Christ’s intercession for us provides the continual security we need.

Scripture: Selections from 2 Peter Wayne Stiles teaches from 2 Peter that we can forget the essentials—so determine to read God’s Word repeatedly. And we never stand still spiritually—so determine to grow.

Scripture: Selections from 1 Peter Wayne Stiles teaches from the book of 1 Peter that God helps us keep going when we’re ready to quit by reminding us that our trials, though necessary, are temporary—and we have an amazing future hope that is certain.