Do you ever struggle to know when it’s time to let go of a commitment? Last week I wrote (Chasing Dog Biscuits) about an issue I need to address as we prepare for Rich’s Ride. My problem wasn’t identifying the issue or knowing what needed to happen. My problem was taking action. I was immobilized by fear. […]
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God STILL Works For Good In ALL Things—An Interview
My friend Jon Swanson is helping me promote the video for Rich’s Ride. Jon recently interviewed me for 300wordsaday. We’re running the interview on both sites today along with a fun little contest. More about the contest (along with the video) at the end of the article. First, here’s the interview. # # # # # 1. […]
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Do miracles always look miraculous? I’m having a bit of fun today with a serious topic. The folks who are helping me promote the bike ride project challenged me to explain the connection between recovery and hand cycle and God and this crazy dream—in a two-minute video. I’ve gained great respect for those who convey […]
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Does there always have to be a right answer? I’ve had a revealing week. Monday began with a choice regarding the fund raising aspect of the bike ride project. I’m grateful for the feedback I received via comments, email, and personal conversation. As I thought and prayed about this issue, I became clear that I […]
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Have you ever been sent by someone? The folks in charge of missions at my church have adopted Journey4Hope as a mission. So I’m not just going; I’m being sent. That means they’ll provide prayer support and some help with logistics—all very needed and much appreciated. But there’s another implication that has me reeling in […]
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Have you ever thought about “hope” as a dangerous thing? If you’re a regular reader you know I’m working on this crazy big project (Journey 4 Hope) as one of my 2011 goals. As the project begins to take shape, I’ve started telling more people about it. Last week I talked to a couple of […]
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This is a really odd article, even odder (more odd?) than most of my stuff. It’s an entry into a contest—sort of. I’ll explain that part later. I’m a big fan of Donald Miller. I read his blog regularly, and I just completed his latest book A Million Miles In A Thousand Years. Don’s the […]
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Happy Saturday! If you’re new to THE CRAZY QUEST, you may wish to read about it here. Basically, I’m tracing my journey as I attempt to answer the question: What would you do if you didn’t know you couldn’t do it? SEMI-NAKED ROAD RASH Once in a while you just have to laugh at the […]
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Happy Saturday! If you’re new to THE CRAZY QUEST, you may wish to read about it here. Basically, I’m tracing my journey as I attempt to answer the question: What would you do if you didn’t know you couldn’t do it? ACCOMPLISHING THE IMPOSSIBLE Impossible is an attitude. The Crazy Quest has moved into winter […]
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Happy Saturday! If you’re new to THE CRAZY QUEST, you may wish to read about it here. Basically, I’m tracing my journey as I attempt to answer the question: What would you do if you didn’t know you couldn’t do it? This week of training: 18 miles STUFF HAPPENS Let it snow, let it snow, let […]
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Happy Saturday! If you’re new to THE CRAZY QUEST, you may wish to read about it here. Basically, I’m tracing my journey as I attempt to answer the question: What would you do if you didn’t know you couldn’t do it? This week of training: 31 miles HOW TO CHASE A DREAM When your […]
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Happy Saturday! If you’re new to THE CRAZY QUEST, you may wish to read about it here. Basically, I’m tracing my journey as I attempt to answer the question: What would you do if you didn’t know you couldn’t do it? This week of training: 32 miles SECOND PLACE Adversity introduces a man to himself. Second […]
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