Running with God

I love running!!!  And I hate running!  There are days when I can't wait for my husband to get home so I can lace up my shoes and hit the pavement.  Then, there are days when it's all I can do to peel myself off the couch to go out.  Either way, I can't do it without God by my side.

I don't know about all those people who have always loved to run, but for me there is a moment in every run where I begin rethinking why I went.  The thing that gets me through that is God.  Because I know that alone I am powerless, but with God I can do anything.  I can do all things through Christ who strengthens me.  Philippians 4:13

I don't listen to music when I run.  There is so much going on in my life every day.  If the kids aren't attacking me with questions or needs, then my husband can't find something or supper needs made.  When I started running, I decided that I wanted it to be about me and God.  No music, no kids, no distractions.  Be still and know that I am God. Psalm 46:10.  My runs are spent pondering the days activities, wondering what tomorrow will bring, and allowing God to pull it all together for me.  He reminds me that His glory, His agenda, and His will in my life are that really matters. 

When I get home, I feel so good!  I feel better about my health and my weight.  And everything has been put into perspective.  I can come home and love my kids and husband because God has filled me up with His love while I was gone.

Father, Thank you for being so faithful.  For always being there.  I know there has never been a moment in my life when you weren't there.  I'm so grateful for the love that you so freely give.  Without it, I would not be able to be the mother and wife that I am.  May all the glory be yours.  In Jesus Name, amen.