I have a few church friends that actually enjoy running and participating in 5K's, triathlons, and other contests of physical endurance. I often ask them if they are crazy! But in reality I admire their accomplishments.
I have had very brief moments when I've contemplated running a marathon. The most recent of these "moments" was about 20 years ago... so, yes, it's been a while. I knew that in order to run a marathon, I needed to train. But I think the furthest distance I ever ran was about three miles. My knees began to hurt. And I realized that I hated running. So I stopped training (I use the term "training" very loosely).
I am impressed by the determination, commitment, perseverance, dedication, and discipline that is required to complete a marathon. (I can think of many more qualities, but I think you get the point.) This same type of effort is needed for our daily living, I think. So even though you won't see me running in the women's marathon at the Olympics, you can try to picture me running my "life" race.
I run better on some days than on others, so I'm glad that life is more like a marathon than a sprint. And I am blessed with a great Trainer who has given me the best Manual!
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