Category: Rich’s Ride

…is a long time. I can remember when a quarter-century was my whole life, then most of my life. Now it’s less than half my life, but it’s still a long time. A quarter-century ago today, lots of things were different for me. I still had hair, for example. And I could walk. Tomorrow’s the […]

Have you ever thought about doing a thousand of something? That’s your challenge for today. I’m going to ride 1000 miles around the perimeter of Florida for Florida Hope Tour 2013. I challenge you to do a thousand of something. And, to make it fun and add a bit of accountability, how about sharing your plan […]

Just in time for Cyber-Monday, I have another way for us to bring some people into the circle surrounding RICH’S RIDE. This one’s easy—you can pre-order a copy or three of RICH’S RIDE: Hope Changes What’s Possible. I’ve always been a reader, but I’m not sure I ever understood the real power of a book […]

Last time I promised I’d ask for some help as we work together to expand and enrich the circle around RICH’S RIDE. So today I’ll use my spiffy little graphic to talk a little about connect and spread the word. Connect is about enhancing a conversation inside the circle. Please don’t think of this as […]

Let’s talk a bit about what it looks like when they keep telling you it’s impossible. Can’t see the video? Click here. Please leave a comment here.

Okay, that’s an odd title. A while back, Pastor Mark Orphan made a powerful statement about a project we were discussing. “We don’t have much long-term success when we do an activity for ourselves. People respond when there’s a cause, a reason for what we’re asking them to do that’s bigger than us or them.” […]

Okay. I’m officially a little bit excited. Last week, we reached an important milestone in the publication process of the new book. I’m really pleased with the design of both the cover and interior layout. As a writer, it’s humbling when artists use their talents to interpret the words graphically. I think these folks did […]

Fear makes it easier to wish you could than to hope you can. The second part of the RICH’S RIDE mission statement says: Speak to a variety of audiences about hope, possibility, and God’s faithfulness. But “speak” is really the wrong word, and words matter. Using the wrong word in a mission statement can get […]

Ever feel overwhelmed by a social justice issue? Ever ask yourself, “What can I do?” (I see all those heads nodding. Mine too.) My friend Jon Swanson made this video last year before our Mississippi River trip. It’s one great answer to, “What can we do?” Can’t see the video? Click here. What can you […]

In a thirty-five year teaching career, I learned many lessons from my students. Among them: Kids may be reluctant to believe what you say, but they’re always ready to believe what you do. It’s a life principle. Talk is cheap. Words matter little until you’re willing to “walk the talk.” When I share the story […]

Happy Saturday! We’re proud of our connection to Venture Expeditions. Here’s a chance to meet the Venture guys and see a small part of their amazing work. If you–or somone you know–loves the notion of combining adventure with doing something about social justice, I encourage you to check out their opportunities. VENTURE EXPEDITIONS: Benefit the […]

I’m looking at routes across South Florida from Miami to Naples. All options seem to lead through the Everglades. Does anyone know how fast an aligator can run? Today I’d like to look at a different sort of issue surrounding routes and destinations. Whenever I talk to someone about getting involved with RICH’S RIDE the […]