Tuesday, June 16, 2009

Learning to Live and Run Empowered by God

I simply can't stop meditating on I Corinthians 1,2,3. The call of those chapters is to live through the Spirit's power lest the cross of Christ be emptied of its power. Paul is challenging us to live our lives in such a way that they don't make sense unless God exits. "Therefore, as it is written: "Let those who boast boast in the Lord." I Cor. 1:31 I actually prayed this through several times on yesterday afternoon/evening's 18 mile run. It seemed to me that the inner, spiritual nature of that message was enhanced by the physical challenge and weakness I was feeling. What a great holistic teaching time from God.

The 18 miles took me about 3 hours and 20 minutes to complete - about an 11:20 mile pace. I am trying to be very deliberate in my pace to begin to set myself up for the long 50 miles. While I was very tired with three miles to go it was much better than any other long run I had done. And my recovery is good this morning as I prepare to run 8 later today.

1 comment:

  1. Stay focused on the timing of when you try for the longer runs. Remember how your body has reacted and will react to longer and longer runs. Remember to let your heart lungs and legs to recover. Keep the heart in shape with those 8 mile runs. Will the numbers go up? I am not an expert maybe you should ask some who have successfully run accross america or europe.

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