Tomorrow I will run my first half marathon. The finish line of the race is running through the players tunnel at Lambeau Stadium and onto the field itself. That should be really cool. Of course, I am not excited about the weather forecast. 20 plus mile hour winds from 7-9 a.m., which is when I will be running. Well, it will be an experience to say the least. I've trained, I've tried preparing my mind, I will push myself to the finish line.
As throughout this whole process, it's reminded me of our "faith training." It's caused me to think about if I am training as hard for holiness as I am for one half marathon. The time and energy I put into this, the dedication I made each week is not the same as the dedication I make to my time with God, studying his word, praying and seeking his face. It did cause me to increase my awareness and for that I am thankful.
Tomorrow I will run a half marathon and it will be over. Everyday I have a choice to run with Jesus, train with him, allow him to transform me and make me more like him. Not running in vain, not running to be a busybody, but purposeful, boundary-setting running that means I will not get lazy about my faith, I will not let fear paralyze me and I will press on towards the goal, which is heaven.
1 Corinthians 9:25-27 (The Message)
You've all been to the stadium and seen the athletes race. Everyone runs; one wins. Run to win. All good athletes train hard. They do it for a gold medal that tarnishes and fades. You're after one that's gold eternally.
I don't know about you, but I'm running hard for the finish line. I'm giving it everything I've got. No sloppy living for me! I'm staying alert and in top condition. I'm not going to get caught napping, telling everyone else all about it and then missing out myself.
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