Reflections – Page 24

The Good Samaritan’s Return On Investment

This week I’ve been writing over at Bouncing Back about efficiency in the context of firefighting. Last time I talked about efficient stewardship and left you with a question: Is “responsible” stewardship always efficient? I wonder about this as I consider the resources required to support RICH’S RIDE. I ask sponsors to underwrite our costs, I […]

Defining A Dream

I’m willing to accept wisdom wherever I can find it, even if the source is an egg-shaped philosopher named Humpty Dumpty. Whenever I struggle to understand a word I’m reminded of this conversation from Lewis Carroll’s Through The Looking Glass: “When I use a word,” Humpty Dumpty said, in rather a scornful tone, “it means […]

An Evening With Becky And Rich

Becky and I were blessed to share some stories from Rich’s Ride at Timberline Church. I hope you enjoy this video of a great evening that included a humbling surprise near the end. Can’t see the video? Click here.

All I Want For Christmas…

…I already received. It’s THE question of the season: WHAT DO YOU WANT FOR CHRISTMAS? None of us completely outgrows the childlike wonder of Christmas. We all secretly enjoy the surprise of a Christmas gift. However, this year I can truthfully say that I’ve received a gift beyond my wildest imagination. Rich’s Ride was not […]

Powerful

Here’s a video based around two powerful quotes. I’m inspired–hope you are as well. http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=_7I7iasuIdw If you can’t see the video, click here. Have an inspired weekend!

It’s Only A Bike Ride

We received another dose of humility this weekend. Pastor Dick Foth at Timberline Church in Fort Collins invited Becky, Monte, and me to share a bit about Rich’s Ride in weekend worship services. Dick asked each of us to offer a one-word takeaway from our experience. Becky talked about the supportive power of prayer; I […]

Responding To A Gift

December 5, 2011
by Rich

It’s been a month since we reached New Orleans. Thanksgiving’s past, and many of us are focused on Christmas. And Christmas, of course, is all about gifts—or at least that’s what the culture wants us to believe. As I distill the experience of Rich’s Ride, one central notion keeps popping into my head. I sense […]

Who Decides?

Imagine traveling a deserted, desolate stretch of crumbling highway past abandoned commercial facilities and dilapidated shacks. Snarling dogs chase you; wind and sun turn your skin raw; people stare at you as you pass. Imagine rolling along a quiet country back road on a bright, sunny morning. The cotton harvest provides unfamiliar, interesting activity. Prosperous-looking […]

Ain’t No Normal

Before the ride began I did my annual physical, including lab tests on various fluids and functions. When we discussed the results the doctor handed me several papers. Each item listed my results and a range that’s considered “normal.” I’m fortunate—aside from the whole paralysis thing I’m quite healthy. In all important categories on the […]

Between Here And Now

“What did you learn—what’s the take-away?” I get that question a lot as I tell stories from Rich’s Ride. I’m still processing the answer. I’m not sure I’ve generated any earth-shattering insights—mostly it’s stuff I already knew and needed to be reminded about. Here’s one principle that challenges me as I think about where this […]

Get In The Spirit

So … did you get out into the madness of Black Friday? I’m never quite sure what to do with the day after Thanksgiving. After an overdose of turkey and being stuffed with stuffing, after football and naps and pumpkin pie, after pausing to be intentionally thankful, here’s this day sort of stuck in before […]

Thanks From The Team

As we all pause and give thanks, we want you to know how thankful we are for your love, encouragement, and support. Happy Thanksgiving! Hope does change what’s possible.

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