It’s Okay to Rest: Finding Peace in the Midst of Hard Work
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It’s Okay to Rest: Finding Peace in the Midst of Hard Work

As Christians, we are called to serve – to be doers of the Word. We push ourselves and work hard to live the calling that God has given us. Somewhere along the way, however, many of us have taught ourselves that it’s not okay to rest. But God never intended for us to be overworked….

Training for the Hills: When Life Feels Like an Uphill Battle
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Training for the Hills: When Life Feels Like an Uphill Battle

As a runner, it is important to never give up on the hills. Stay steady, maintain your form, and you will reach the top. And truth be told, the same is true in life. Hill training can be very intimidating for the novice runner. Because I spend most of my time running indoors on a…

Why Embracing the Storms in Your Life is Essential for Growth
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Why Embracing the Storms in Your Life is Essential for Growth

Let me tell you about the time I learned the importance of embracing the storms in life… It was the first weekend in June, and my mother and I decided to run a 5k race. Neither of us was well prepared, but we knew we could probably pull off the short distance. We showed up…

How to Be Prepared and Well-Trained as Believers
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How to Be Prepared and Well-Trained as Believers

I can’t emphasize enough how important it is to be prepared and well-trained when it comes to running. My very first race was a 12k, and unfortunately, I wasn’t too prepared for it. To be honest, I had just started running a few weeks prior to the race. I made it through, but it was…