Be a Steady Freddy

“But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen. Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.” Matthew 6:6 NIV

In an article titled, “How to run 100 miles, according to the women’s record holder,” Camille Herron, who won the Jackpot 100 Ultra last month in a record time of 12hrs 41mins, described how being one of the top ultrarunners in the world has resulted in an unexpected problem for her: ‘Everyone expects me to be up with the top men now,’ she says. As a result, she’s changed her tactics at the start of races. ‘I've been letting the top men go, as that they tend to go out too fast. As a woman, it doesn’t suit me to go out with them. For me, it’s better to be a ‘Steady Freddy’ and hit a more consistent pace throughout the race with the mindset that I'm going to catch them later.’ As most runners know, this is not an easy thing to do. ‘I want to go with the frontrunners, but at the same time I need to run the best race for me and work with my own physiology. And that’s made a difference in recent races.’

And you know, being a ‘Steady Freddy’ will not only help a person run the best race they can physically but spiritually as well. You see, being a consistent Christian—one who runs at a steady pace from start to finish, not letting the cares, concerns, temptations or trials of this world slow them down or lead them off track—starts with spending consistent time with the Lord in prayer each day. This is something Jesus made very clear by saying to the disciples, “when you pray...” Notice that Jesus didn’t say if you pray? Because, as He knew, constant prayer is never an option in a steady believer’s life, it’s an absolute necessity.

So knowing that the only way to have a consistent walk with the Lord is to have a consistent relationship with Him, set aside time to go to a quiet place to "pray to your Father" each day my friend. You'll not only be rewarded with the joy and peace that always comes from being in His presence, but will gain the renewed strength, resolve, and wisdom to keep pressing on no matter what obstacles you encounter along your journey to the finish line. 

Heavenly Father, thank You for reminding us that being consistent in our Christian walk will not only help us make it to the finish line but will inspire others to do the same. Lord, as this world continues to spiral out of control, help us to be steady, stable and constant so that others would see the consistent peace within us that surpasses all understanding, and seek for themselves the only One who can provide it. It’s in your precious name we pray Jesus. Amen.

Happy Running!!!