Not the “make your bed everyday” and “go to the gym” type of 2017 goals. But, those are good too.
Guest Post: Lisa Preuett, Author
Meet Lisa. Wife, mother, Sister, runner, and author of the recently published book, Embracing the Race. Jesus spoke to her during a 5k that didn’t go as planned… but you have to hear the rest from her.
When God Steps In
Sometimes our running plans turn into God’s steps.
Walk and Talk
“Because Your love is better than life, my lips will glorify You.” Psalm 63:3 This is the word the Lord spoke to my heart as I took… Read more “Walk and Talk”
Live A Happy Life
1 Timothy 4:8 “For physical training is of some value, but Godly training has value for all things, holding promise for both the present life and the… Read more “Live A Happy Life”
This is for You
Dear running friend, fit friend, inspired friend, or Jesus-skeptical friend. This blog is to you and from you. I vow to be as open and obedient as… Read more “This is for You”
Stop Talking About Running
I’m going to cut straight to the point- let’s stop making running about us. It’s not about us and it never has been.
I’ll be the first to admit that I get it. It’s exciting to talk about the races you’re training for, latest PR, training techniques, local running courses, new shoes, and the latest article in Runner’s World about the cross training you should be doing but aren’t. And don’t even get me started on the warm up and cool down (What? People really do that?)
These are hot topics amongst the running community, and for good reason. It’s very exciting! It brings people together! We get each other on a level of crazy that most people will never understand. I never want to not have these conversations.
Running is freaking hard. But friends, we can not make it about ourselves. Our bodies will fail. Our legs will get injured. We will have a terrible run (or two). And we will not always do well in the race we were sure to PR in. If we make it about ourselves we will only be disappointed and devastated when running neglects to satisfy us… and it will in one way or another.
Guys, let’s start talking about the One who gives us strength. The One who made these incredible bodies in His image to endure such physical challenges (i.e. “the long run”). Let’s change the course of the conversation to honor the One who gives us the ability to wake up everyday to see the sun and put one foot in front of the other, no matter how fast or slow.
Jesus. Let’s talk about Him.
