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Second Baptist Church Houston August 16, 2021 28m The Power of Perseverance

The Power of Perseverance Pt 2 | Jonathan Gray | South Campus

Summary

The sermon highlights the perseverance of John Stephen Akhwari in the 1968 Mexico City Olympic marathon, who, despite a dislocated knee and other injuries exacerbated by the altitude, refused to quit. Akhwari's story, drawing parallels to biblical endurance, teaches that even when facing insurmountable obstacles, the commitment to finish the race and strive forward is the true victory, rather than succumbing to challenges.

Bible Verses

ReferenceTimestamp
James 1:2-4
Romans 5:1-3
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