'old' and 'outa shape'

Okay. I know it is often difficult to get into an exercise routine. But, since your body is the only means of transportation to get you from this life to the next, you oughta'. Even if you are 'old' and 'outa shape' you oughta'. You may be a bit overweight, as I am. But, let's be honest. We often use our weight as a flimsy excuse for a sedentary life.

Here's the scoop. This 'old man' just finished a 2 1/2 mile run. From the parsonage, I ran south through the Historic District, up by the library, crossed Baker and Reynolds, ran past City Hall, turned left just past the P.O., circled Sun Trust Bank, then came up Evers, to Calhoun, to Wheeler, to Garden, and back to the parsonage. It's a rather short run. I could have done better had I not eaten 10 wings and a hefty helping of cold slaw an hour before, but I did all right, I guess. I wasn't able to hold to my 4 minute mile, but came close. (Just kidding!) Actually, I've been bothered for a few months with pain in my calves, but now I feel as good as new, thank God! I'm getting back in shape.

After all, I'm supposed to be presenting my body "a living sacrifice." I want be any good to Jane, my family, or the church, if I'm dead. Know what I mean? Oh, I plan to leave a godly legacy, Lord willing. But, I need to take care of myself, and so do you! What's holdin' you back? Wanta' share?

Maybe running is not for you. It probably would not be for me, either, if I had not started 25 years ago. Perhaps you should try walking, or dancing, or biking. How about it?

We are on a 'Grace' journey.

Debbie Schreffler is leading about 38 of our Christ-followers on a 'grace' journey. This group gathers each Sunday afternoon from 5:00-6:30 p.m. The study is entitled "My Life, His Signature," Grace in Me. We are learning about God's unconditional love and how He is looking for truth in our "inner parts." She's encouraging us to look at our own hearts very closely, in order to get in position for God to reveal Himself in and through us. I'm sensing that more of our folks are learning to hear God's voice.

It would be interesting to hear from some of you who are taking this 'grace' journey. What is God saying to you?

If this is news to you, check out Debbie's website at www.acircleofgrace.com.