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 […]
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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 […]
Continue readingAin’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 […]
Continue readingBetween 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 […]
Continue readingGet 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 […]
Continue readingThanks 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.
Continue readingLet’s Tell The Story
I believe Rich’s Ride is a story worth sharing. I hope that doesn’t sound arrogant or self-serving. I’ve seen enough evidence to convince me that lots of people are inspired and encouraged by this message of dreams and possibility. I’ve no interest in self-promotion, but I believe this ride is a gift made possible through […]
Continue readingChallenges By Choice
A while back “Bob” contacted me and asked for advice on writing a book. He said he began reading Relentless Grace and couldn’t put it down—always a good way to get a writer’s attention. We exchanged a few emails and developed a good dialogue. At one point Bob said something curious. “You have an advantage […]
Continue readingWitnesses
Therefore, since we are surrounded by such a great cloud of witnesses, let us throw off everything that hinders and … let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. # # # # # Those words from Hebrews 12 describe my feelings as I cranked along the Mississippi River. Becky and Monte […]
Continue readingQuestions
One thing I’m doing to process the experience of Rich’s Ride is flipping through hundreds of photos. You can imagine that each picture evokes some vivid memories. I’m noticing that occasionally a photo prompts a question. I thought I’d share a few of them. What do you say about hope–something real that doesn’t sound like simplistic Christianese–to a guy […]
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