Marathon Fellowship Class

Marathon Fellowship Class

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Marathon Fellowship Class episodes

  • Redeeming the Seasons of Life

    Scripture: Ephesians 5:15-17

    Dr. Wayne Stiles challenges believers to “redeem the time” — to make the most of every opportunity God gives us in the season of life we’re in. Drawing from Paul’s command in Ephesians 5:15–17, Stiles reminds us that time is one of God’s greatest gifts, and how we use it reveals our understanding of His will.

    Our lives, he explains, move through seasons—childhood, singleness, marriage, parenting, empty-nesting, and beyond—and each season brings unique opportunities to serve Christ. Too often, we look ahead to the next phase or long for the past, missing the chance to live faithfully in the present. God calls us to live wisely, not wasting time in procrastination or distraction, but walking purposefully in the “good works” He prepared for us (Ephesians 2:10).

    Stiles also points to Colossians 4:5-6, reminding believers that redeeming the time includes using every opportunity to share the gospel and disciple others. Whether in youth or retirement, our calling remains the same—to know Christ and make Him known.

    Every season of life, he concludes, is designed by God for His purpose. We are not to “downshift into neutral” and coast until the end, but to live intentionally, trusting that God has placed us exactly where we are to glorify Him.

    Key Takeaway:

    God has sovereignly placed you in this season of life for a reason. Don’t waste it—redeem it. Make the most of today by walking wisely, serving faithfully, and investing your time in eternal things.

    Follow Wayne Stiles through his website: waynestiles.com

    44 min
  • Matthew Lesson 69: The Extravagance of True Worship

    Scripture: Matthew 26:1-16

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    Introduction

    1. The incarnation and preparation of the King (Matthew 1:1-4:11)
    2. The declaration of the principles of the King (Matthew 4:12-7:29)
    3. The manifestation of the King (Matthew 8:1-11:1)
    4. The opposition to the King (Matthew 11:2-13:53)
    5. The reaction of the King (Matthew 13:54-19:2)
    6. The formal presentation and rejection of the King (Matthew 19:3-25:46)
    7. The crucifixion and resurrection of the King (Matthew 26:1-28:20)
      1. The crucifixion of the King (Matthew 26:1-27:66)
        1. The preparation (Matthew 26:1-46)
          1. The setting (Matthew 26:1-5)
          2. The anointing at Bethany (Matthew 26:6-13)
          3. The agreement to the betrayal (Matthew 26:14-16)

            4. Conclusion and application

            44 min
          5. Matthew Lesson 68: The Lord’s Standard of Judgment

            Scripture: Matthew 25:31-46

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            Lesson Outline

            Introduction

            1. The incarnation and preparation of the King (Matthew 1:1-4:11)
            2. The declaration of the principles of the King (Matthew 4:12-7:29)
            3. The manifestation of the King (Matthew 8:1-11:1)
            4. The opposition to the King (Matthew 11:2-13:53)
            5. The reaction of the King (Matthew 13:54-19:2)
            6. The formal presentation and rejection of the King (Matthew 19:3-25:46)
              1. The continued instruction of the disciples (Matthew 19:3-20:34)
              2. The formal presentation of the King (Matthew 21:1-17)
              3. The rejection of the King by the nation (Matthew 21:18-22:46)
              4. The rejection of the nation by the King (Matthew 23:1-39)
              5. The predictions of the rejected King (Matthew 24:1-25:46)
                1. The setting (Matthew 24:1-2)
                2. The questions of the disciples (Matthew 24:3)
                3. The warning concerning deception (Matthew 24:4-6)
                4. The general description of the end times (Matthew 24:7-14)
                5. The Day of the Lord (Matthew 24:15-28)
                6. The coming of the Son of Man (Matthew 24:29-31)
                7. The parabolic admonition (Matthew 24:32-25:30)
                8. The judgment of the living Gentiles (Matthew 25:31-46)
                  1. The separation of the sheep and goats (Matthew 25:31-33)
                  2. The commendation of the sheep (Matthew 25:34-40)
                  3. The condemnation of the goats (Matthew 25:41-46)

                    4. Conclusion and application

                    40 min
                  5. Matthew Lesson 67: The Tragedy of the Buried Talent

                    Note: The recording of this lesson is incomplete due to a recording malfunction. After about 21 minutes there is a break in the recording that then resumes at the closing prayer.

                    Scripture: Matthew 25:14-30

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                    Introduction

                    1. The incarnation and preparation of the King (Matthew 1:1-4:11)
                    2. The declaration of the principles of the King (Matthew 4:12-7:29)
                    3. The manifestation of the King (Matthew 8:1-11:1)
                    4. The opposition to the King (Matthew 11:2-13:53)
                    5. The reaction of the King (Matthew 13:54-19:2)
                    6. The formal presentation and rejection of the King (Matthew 19:3-25:46)
                      1. The continued instruction of the disciples (Matthew 19:3-20:34)
                      2. The formal presentation of the King (Matthew 21:1-17)
                      3. The rejection of the King by the nation (Matthew 21:18-22:46)
                      4. The rejection of the nation by the King (Matthew 23:1-39)
                      5. The predictions of the rejected King (Matthew 24:1-25:46)
                        1. The setting (Matthew 24:1-2)
                        2. The questions of the disciples (Matthew 24:3)
                        3. The warning concerning deception (Matthew 24:4-6)
                        4. The general description of the end times (Matthew 24:7-14)
                        5. The Day of the Lord (Matthew 24:15-28)
                        6. The coming of the Son of Man (Matthew 24:29-31)
                        7. The parabolic admonition (Matthew 24:32-25:30)
                          1. The parable of the fig tree (Matthew 24:32-42)
                          2. The parable of the watchful householder (Matthew 24:43-44)
                          3. The parable of the two servants (Matthew 24:45-51)
                          4. The parable of the ten virgins (Matthew 25:1-13)
                          5. The parable of the talents (Matthew 25:14-30)
                            1. The consignment of money by the master (Matthew 25:14-15)
                            2. The work of the industrious slave (Matthew 25:16-17)
                            3. The sloth of the faithless slave (Matthew 25:18)
                            4. The rewarding of the faithful slaves (Matthew 25:19-23)
                            5. The excuse of the faithless slave (Matthew 25:24-25)
                            6. The judgment of the faithless slave (Matthew 25:26-30)

                              7. Conclusion and application

                              26 min
                            9. Matthew Lesson 66: Parables of Judgment

                              Scripture: Matthew 24:42-25:13

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                              Lesson Outline

                              Introduction

                              1. The incarnation and preparation of the King (Matthew 1:1-4:11)
                              2. The declaration of the principles of the King (Matthew 4:12-7:29)
                              3. The manifestation of the King (Matthew 8:1-11:1)
                              4. The opposition to the King (Matthew 11:2-13:53)
                              5. The reaction of the King (Matthew 13:54-19:2)
                              6. The formal presentation and rejection of the King (Matthew 19:3-25:46)
                                1. The continued instruction of the disciples (Matthew 19:3-20:34)
                                2. The formal presentation of the King (Matthew 21:1-17)
                                3. The rejection of the King by the nation (Matthew 21:18-22:46)
                                4. The rejection of the nation by the King (Matthew 23:1-39)
                                5. The predictions of the rejected King (Matthew 24:1-25:46)
                                  1. The setting (Matthew 24:1-2)
                                  2. The questions of the disciples (Matthew 24:3)
                                  3. The warning concerning deception (Matthew 24:4-6)
                                  4. The general description of the end times (Matthew 24:7-14)
                                  5. The Day of the Lord (Matthew 24:15-28)
                                  6. The coming of the Son of Man (Matthew 24:29-31)
                                  7. The parabolic admonition (Matthew 24:32-25:30)
                                    1. The parable of the fig tree (Matthew 24:32-42)
                                    2. The parable of the watchful householder (Matthew 24:43-44)
                                    3. The parable of the two servants (Matthew 24:45-51)
                                    4. The parable of the ten virgins (Matthew 25:1-13)

                                      5. Conclusion and application

                                      49 min

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                                    Marathon Fellowship is a multi-generational group focused on Bible study, prayer, fellowship, and serving others—both at Stonebriar Community Church. and through missions around the world. We meet…