Wow, it's been a few weeks since I updated my blog.
I am so sorry. I was blessed to take a week of
staycation (where I presure washed, sanded and helped paint our
deck).
Saturday morning, my wife and I were at the Praters Mill Run for
God 5K race. One of my rolls there that day was to
cheer on each finisher as they approached the finish
line. It was so inspiring to see all of the runner's
faces as they rounded the corner and could see the
"prize." Several threw their hands up in the air
towards God and I could see them mouthing "Thank You" to our
Heavenly Father who gave them the strength. I also
loved seeing the family members and friends with cameras, video
cameras-capturing the moment while supporting their loved one-who
(for many) had just completed their first race. It made my
week.
There are a lot of paralells between running a race and living for
Christ. God gives us the strength to run every
day. There are brothers and sisters in Christ cheering
us on-providing encouragement. Don't forget
that! You can do it!
You can also "do it" as far as running. At JFEST this
year we have partnered with Run for God to bring you the Run for
God JFEST 5K. Start "training" today.
(And don't let the word "training" scare you.) My wife
and I have joined the Run for God group at our church.
Last night we completed the first "workout" Here is how
it went: a brisk 5 minute warm up, followed by 60
seconds of jogging, then 90 seconds of walking, 60 seconds of
jogging, etc. until we had been moving for 20
minutes. Then we had a 5 minute walk cool
down.
See, you can do it! I encourage you to set a goal of
running the Run for God JFEST 5K. It will change your
life.