Boston Strong

Boston Strong

On this memorial are written the four names of those that lost their lives in the 2013 Boston Marathon bombings.

Ready to run

"No, in all these things we are more than conquerors through him who loved us."  Romans 8:37

I've often heard it said that bad things that happen to you in life can make you bitter or make you better.  Boston 2013 could certainly be defined as a "bad thing" that happened.   But, as I had the blessing of walking the streets of Boylston and Hereford today, I was struck at the sense of perseverance that the runners here have, runners gathered here from all over the world.  We share a love for running, a love for pushing oneself and a love for the feeling of achievement.    When that was compromised,  the city of Boston and its people became better.  There was no time for bitterness.  

What evil meant to destroy, good meant to unite "The Lord is good, a refuge in times of trouble.  He cares for those who trust Him."  Nahum 1:7.  As you are reading this today,  by God's grace, I will be running the Boston Marathon (with my good friends Jim McDermott and Sheri Sadler).  My prayer is that we will be a blessing to someone on the course and that the light of Jesus will shine through us.    I ask that you join us in praying healing upon this race and upon our country and that today, and every day, we turn our eyes toward Jesus.

May we run "Boston Strong."

"God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.  Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, though its waters roar and foam and the mountains quake with their surging."  Psalm 46:1-3

The memorial at Boston Marathon finish line.  

Heavenly Father, thank you for making us conquerors over bitterness through You.  Thank you for being our refuge in times of trouble.  We pray that you give us the strength to run the good race tomorrow and that others see Christ through us.  I pray a hedge of protection over the city of Boston tomorrow.  May your name be glorified and your praises be sung!!!  In your precious and holy name we pray Jesus, Amen.  

Happy Running!!!