Run the race

Today was a bit of a gloomy day at first. I snuck in an early walk around the building at work before it rained. We've had alot of rainy days this summer. Each time, I can't help but think about the folks who have said they really hate gloomy days. Or the ones who get soaked delivering packages in them. I feel bad that they are probably not feeling too hot. If it wasn't for those thoughts, I'd rather enjoy gloomy days. It reminds me of a song by Amy Grant, "Lonely Days". Look, I grew up on that album alright.

There's some good stuff in that song. Lonely days (more than weather) should chase me to God, not be chased away by me. Sometimes I'm grateful that I do not have the capacity or stamina to put off tough thoughts on my own for too long. I need the opportunity to deal with them and learn from them the way God wants me to.

Other great songs on that album include "El Shaddai" and "Fat Baby". Not to be confused with "My Big Ol' Fat Baby" by Stewie Griffin.

Another Monday, another couple of softball games. Congratulations to both Kari R. and Joey's teams for kickin' it. Perhaps the wins have to come in pairs. I'm sorry I didn't make it for Bethany East's victory.

Dave wins MVP for giving us four, count 'em, four RBI's. First a homer with one on base. Then a triple with two on base. Michael and Kari had the play of the game with a double play on second and first. Nice.

Ashley made a beautiful base hit, but didn't want to follow through to second when the first baseman missed the catch by a mile (juuuust kidding Ash). Doug tried to tell her, but no. Doug, I think she's laughing at you. Are you gonna take that?



Joey's team warming up.


Doug called up the owner to see if we can trade Ashley for Tyler. He's thinking about it.



Later, I got to see the other Mr. Dave and Timly glorifying it up at the Rescue Mission. Dave, your joy and excitement definitely fired up the guys. Very encouraging. Good job with the song we didn't know. Nuthin' like singing into the microphone a really fast hymn that you've never heard before.

Timlee reflected on Phil 3:13-14 - "I press on toward the goal to win the prize for which God has called me heavenward in Christ Jesus." Tim, thank you for sharing your heart and God's word. Most of all, thank you for not wearing short shorts for our Marathon. It was, and forever will be, a good decision. Seriously though. I've stumbled quite a bit in the race recently, but I'm encouraged at Paul's clear vision for how we are to press on.


Good night!