Some Race!

In the 1924 Olympic games held in Paris, Scottish Christian Missionary and runner, Eric Liddell had the conviction that it was not right to run on the Sabbath Day. Because he had known the schedule for some months, he pulled out of the 100 metres, 4x100 metres relay and the 4x400 metres relay as these races would be held on a Sunday.

I think he must have been some runner as, at the last minute, he was switched to the 400 metres race. Not only did he run in the 400 metres race, he actually won, receiving the gold medal and even breaking the world record in the process.

Last week we looked at Philippians 3:13-14 about reaching the goal that is to know Christ. That verse also tells us about ‘forgetting what’s behind and straining towards what is ahead’.

As a Christian Eric Liddell knows that God not only surrounded him every day, but walked with him every day. Eric really experienced the power of God in his life. Maybe, standing up as a Christian in his life, he had read the passage in 2 Kings 6 where Elisha the prophet and his servant were facing the Aramean army whose horses and chariots had surrounded them. The servant was terrified and asked Elisha what they should do. Elisha answered, “Those who are with us, are more than those who are with them. Then Elisha prayed, ‘Lord open his eyes so that he may see’. Then the Lord opened the servants eyes, and he looked and saw the hills full of horses and chariots of fire all around Elisha” Verses 16-17.

That’s the all powerful God we have, that if we trust in Him, He will walk with us each day and so win the race set before us.

Vic, 05/07/2026

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Where & when does the church meet?

Our Church meets every Sunday at 10:30am for our Sunday Service. There is limited parking but there is plenty of local free parking on Sundays
We meet at:
Wymondham Baptist Church
Queen Street
Wymondham
Norfolk NR18 0AY

You can see a map on our contact us page.

What should I expect when I visit the church?

You will receive a very warm greeting from us. Our dedicated welcome team will be able to answer your questions and direct you to where you need to go. A member of the Leadership Team is also on hand to help with any queries. There will be approximately 45 mins of singing with opportunity for church members to pray or read a passage from the Bible. There will be teaching from one of the leaders at the Church with a chance to respond at the end of the service.

Tea, coffee and biscuits (and sometimes cake) are served after the service when there is plenty of time to meet new people and ask more questions. During the period of our building project we will not have access to our kitchen, so will be unable to offer refreshments as usual, however, please spend time after the service to share in fellowship together.

How are the children and youth involved at church?

We have fantastic programmes for the youth at WBC, for:

Creche (3 months - pre-school). Children under 3 months are welcome but must be accompanied by their parent/carer at all times.
Ignite (reception - year 6)
T4:12 ( Year 7 - year 11)

Children stay with their parents at the start of the service as we worship (sing songs!) together for the first part of the morning. Someone will announce when the children need to go to their programme. At the end of the service the group leaders will ensure you have your children.

For more information about what happens in the children's work please visit the relevant age groups for you under church life.

Is there a dress code?

No! Please just be yourself and come dressed in your 'normal' clothes.

Will I have to join in?

Not at all! You are free to simply observe or participate as much as feels comfortable for you.

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