Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0005A recorded on November 5, 1978 teaching from Hebrews 12:1 – Let Us Run with Patience the Race That is Set Before Us.
Pastor Cyril A. Stevens preaches on Hebrews 12:1, urging Christians to persevere in their faith. He uses the metaphor of a race, emphasizing the need for spiritual discipline (laying aside sin and distractions) and consistent effort (training, straining, and even enduring pain) to achieve spiritual victory. Pastor Stevens culminates in a discussion of five metaphorical crowns Christians can win in heaven: incorruptibility, endurance, soul-winning, shepherding, and righteousness, all achieved through dedicated pursuit of Christ. The overarching purpose is to motivate listeners to actively participate in their faith, not merely passively observing it.