This morning my goal was to run three, 7:48 miles with a minute rest between each. This was a whole minute faster that last Friday's run. Needless to say, I was not sure I would be able to make it this morning.
I started out way too fast which made me realize just how scared I was. I made 7:48 per mile seem like this huge beast, nearly an impossible task to accomplish. From the moment I woke up this morning, up until halfway through the last mile, I really did not want to run... because I was so afraid that I couldn't do it.
But once again, I prayed hard during these miles and let God do the work. Look what He did:
Mile 1: 7:43
Mile 2: 7:44
Mile 3: 7:38
How awesome is a God that helps you even when you're scared stiff and have so little faith in yourself - He knows what He's capable - and I know He's capable of anything.
One more important thought:
I realized this morning the experience I'm having with God while running is just one of the many faces or characteristics of God - the God who's supports His children in making their goals and helping them become greater than they themselves believe is possible.
But if you need Hope, or a Friend, or Peace, or Strength, or Comfort, or Guidance, or Provision, or Love - God embraces these characteristics. Actually, He not only embraces these characteristics, but He is the best, most faithful One you'll ever find to have these characteristics. And He is only thought away at any time. "God. Help."
Tuesday, August 17, 2010
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Kevin, I'm enjoying reading your running updates. That's a lofty goal, but with God's help, I know you can do it! I'm training for a half-marathon myself right now and finding it difficult. Running in Oklahoma in 100+ degree weather = not fun. Keep up the posts :)
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