Weather or Whether+

With running weather is never the problem but whether.

I used to run no matter what the weather was outside. I ran in rain so many times back then. I ran in the snow. I ran in ice even when I could barely go. I ran no matter how windy it was. I ran no matter how cold it was. Basically I rarely let anything stop me from getting my run in.

Once with 3 good friends, Brad Robinson, Rick Ferrell, and Larry Meadows we did a 14.5 mile run one early Sunday morning when it was -5 below zero. Plus we all still made it to Sunday School and Church that day. Great Christian buddies that loved to run.

The only weather I would not start a run in was a thunder storm, or if hail was falling. I always waited until the "thunder and lightening" quit before I started. Or the hail storm passed by. I would then start my run even if it was still raining. A little rain never hurt anyone. Haha. 😂😂😂

But these days it's the whether that attacks my daily runs. Which simply means (whether or not I'm going to run). But a couch potatoe will never get in great running shape. Haha. 😂😂😂

Even though I'm older I know if I will trust "God" in all things, I can once again let the weather out weigh the whether.

I start my goal "Moving2Win" (Streaks) with God Sunday, July 9, 2023, (we'll see), haha. 😂😂😂

Margaret supports me if I run, or if I don't. Haha. 😂 I love her with all my heart. I know that she loves me too. 

God Is Our Strength 2/Run..+

..."Thank-You-Lord." (=

Margaret/Jimmy!!!

Happy Thursday with God+

God's Holy Word (KJV)+

...Jeremiah 46:28 Fear thou not, O Jacob my servant, saith the Lord : for I am with thee; for I will make a full end of all the nations whither I have driven thee: but I will not make a full end of thee, but correct thee in measure; yet will I not leave thee wholly unpunished.

I was up at the usual time. I always set my alarm for 4:30am. It gives me plenty of time to get alone with God, chill a bit, and then get ready for work. I love my early mornings with God.

I read Jeremiah 44-46, and prayed over an hour. God always blesses my time with HIM.

I got ready for work, and left at 7:20am like always.

After getting to work I talked to ky wife Margaret for about 30 minutes then clocked in at 8:30am. I get off at 5pm. I'm looking forward to another great day.

God is good all the time, and all the time God is good. We both have been blessed in so many ways. Our 9 furry babies have been blessed too. 2 goats, 2 cats, 2 dogs, and 3 rabbits. Plus we hope to get one more rabbit to make 10 in all this coming Saturday. Our newest rabbit Fluffy, she needs her a buddy. Haha. 😂😂😂

We Love ANIMALS. Yes we do!!! They are God's creation too, and we truly thank HIM for each one. We love them all. We love God too because HE FIRST LOVED US.

God Is Our Strength 2/Run..+

..."Thank-You-Lord." (=

Margaret/Jimmy!!!

Setting Goals with God+

Sometimes in order to achieve a really Big Goal, it's best to set some Short Goals along the way. 

Plus reaching those short goals from time to time keeps you reaching for that big goal. It will eventually come if you have faith in "God", and never give up.

So when I start my "Run2Win" (Streaks) with God on Sunday, July 9, 2023. I want to set a short running goal at the very start of my streaks, and every 2 weeks after that.

My first goal will be to get off the couch, and run at least 1 continuous mile with "God" every day for the first 2 weeks. I want to get used to running every day. 

Why just 1 mile? If you can't run one mile you can't run two or three. Haha. 😂😂😂 

I simply have to start running, and be consistent with it every day. I've only tried a streak two times with the longest one lasting about 26 weeks. That was in 2011. So it's been awhile. 

With God's strength I know I can do this if I stay healthy and injury free. God is good all the time. 

My Big Goal is to spend at least 1 continuous hour with God, and run at least 1 continuous mile with God for 1 year without missing a day.

After that I want to do a 20 Mile Long Run on the Virginia Creeper Trail for old times sake.

That's about it, and I truly thank "God" for the strength 2/run.

God Is Our Strength 2/Run..+

..."Thank-You-Lord." (= 

Margaret/Jimmy!!!

Happy Hump Day 🐪 with God+

God's Holy Word (KJV)+

...Jeremiah 43:13 He shall break also the images of Beth-shemesh, that is in the land of Egypt; and the houses of the gods of the Egyptians shall he burn with fire.

I was up at 4am.

I read Jeremiah 41-43, and prayed over an hour. God richly blessed my morning with HIM.

I work from 8:30am - 5pm.

I love Margaret with all my heart. I know that SHE loves me too.

God Is Our Strength 2/Run..+

..."Thank-You-Lord." (=

Margaret/Jimmy!!!

My "Asics" Running Shoes+

Many years ago I used to wear Nike Running Shoes. It wasn't until I tried on my first pair of Asics Running Shoes that I never looked back. 

I have always loved every pair of Asics Running Shoes that I ever bought. They always fit so good, and with every stride my feet were smiling. Plus I've learned from experience happy feet means a happy runner. 🏃🏼😊

Today is no different with the 2 pair of Asics Running Shoes that my sweet sister Tracy bought me. I really do love her, and appreciate the 2 gifts that were given. My feet even thanks her for making them smile. Haha. 😂😂😂

After my goal "Moving2Win" (Streaks) with God starts I will alternate between the 2 pair, and keep my feet as happy as I can. I am looking forward to getting started with God leading the way in my life in all things including my biking, walking, and running.

These are my Asics Gel Contend 7. They feel so good on my feet, and I'm more than thankful to my sister Tracy for them.

These are my Asics Gel Contend 8. Just like the other pair they feel so good on my feet, and again I'm more than thankful to my sister Tracy for them.

TRACY has always been a big support when it comes to her running brother. In fact because she ran track in high school she is the reason I ever laced up my first pair of running shoes. I am so happy to have all of her love and support. I love her with all my heart.

My wife Margaret is my loving fan. We support each other in all things. I love her with all my heart. I know that SHE  loves me too. God has blessed us so much.

More than these 2. I am truly thankful for the love and support that "God" has always given to us. Including His Son Jesus that died for our sins, and later saved Margaret and me.

God Is Our Strength 2/Run..+

..."Thank-You-Lord." (=

Margaret/Jimmy!!!

My (A to Z) "Running" Quotes+

Whenever my "Moving2Win" (Streaks) with God starts on Sunday, July 9, 2023 I will post a running quote of my own each week. It will change every Sunday when my new week of running with God begins.

My (A to Z) "Running" Quotes+

...It's really simple. I start with a quote that begins with the letter A, and in "26 weeks" I end up with a quote that begins with the letter Z.

After I finish my last quote I start all over with "26 new quotes" that starts with A, and ends with Z.

I will write a new "running" quote each week for the entire year of my goal "Moving2Win" (Streaks) with God+ 

Why a running quote. Because out of the three biking, walking, running. RUNNING HAS ALWAYS BEEN MY FAVORITE ONE. I love it.

Scroll down to the right. My running quote will be just below my countdown timer. 

The first week!!!

...A - A good run is great for relieving the little stresses that life sometimes brings.

I thought it would something fun as part of my moving forward with God, and writing a blog. Woohoo!!! 🏃😜

God is good all the time, and all the time God is good. Thank "God" we have had so many running adventures through the years. Oh yeah!!! 🏃😊

God Is Our Strength 2/Run..+

..."Thank-You-Lord." (=

Margaret/Jimmy!!!

What I Want To Leave Behind Is Jesus+

God's Holy Word (KJV)+

...John 3:16 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.

Jesus gave his life for us so that we would not persish, but have everlasting life.

...Revelation 21:23 And the city had no need of the sun, neither of the moon, to shine in it: for the glory of God did lighten it, and the Lamb is the light thereof.

Jeaus (the Lamb) will be the light of that city.

This is a brand new song that "God" gave to us yesterday, and HE finished it in our hearts today. We are so blessed by God, and all that "His Son Jesus" has ever done for us. 

Verse: 1

I don't want to leave a legacy behind.

Because I was somebody down here that had my name in lights.

I just want to serve the Lord, and be simple until the end.

And what I want to leave behind is Jesus my dearest friend.

Chorus:

What I want to leave behind is Jesus my dearest friend.

Who freely gave his life to save us so he could take our sin.

There's nothing he can't do.

He'll save us then come to get us.

Yes what I want to leave behind is Jesus.

Verse: 2

I've heard sometimes you'll always be nothing.

I've heard many times you'll never go anywhere.

But I've left the past behind, and now my treasures are in heaven.

So all that matters if I live with Jesus some day in that city built four square.

Chorus:

What I want to leave behind is Jesus my dearest friend.

Who freely gave his life to save us so he could take our sin.

There's nothing he can't do.

He'll save us then come to get us.

Yes what I want to leave behind is Jesus.

End:

There's nothing he can't do.

He'll save us then come to get us.

Yes what I want to leave behind is Jesus.

Yes what I want to leave behind is Jesus. 

Inspired By: God..+

"2 In Christ." (=

Margaret/Jimmy!!!