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Armstrong's Right... It's Not About the Bike By Aimee Zahora Experiencing a long, demanding bike race -- and the training that led up to it -- brings to mind the training and commitment we must make to life!
ance Armstrong wrote a book called It's Not About the Bike, where he detailed his struggle with cancer and recovery from it. He's a survivor of testicular cancer. Seven-time consecutive winner of the Tour de France, one of the most grueling annual cycling races ever, Armstrong tells a story that is both compelling and inspirational. The book will touch your heart; it's about life and choosing to live. 100 miles -- 10 hours
Successfully riding 100 miles in one day on a bicycle brought about a tremendous feeling of accomplishment. After all, sitting on a bike, pedaling for 10 hours is not exactly comfortable. Everything ends up sore. But, it's not about being sore and, as Lance Armstrong wrote, "it's not about the bike." What's important about the experience is what led up to the day of the ride. I committed to the Century ride when I bought my bike in April and registered for the event. Six months of training -- with a plan to focus on frequency of riding, distance and speed -- required dedication and perseverance. It's about living Cycling is a rewarding sport -- it affords quality "think time" and an opportunity to enjoy God's creation, while releasing stress and tension. But as beneficial as it is, it's really not about the bike. It's about living. There is a much greater reward in living God's way of life.
Having a plan for becoming more like Christ keeps us focused when we become distracted, tired and discouraged. When we persevere through trials, we demonstrate our dedication to Christianity. Not only are we strengthened physically and mentally, but we also receive blessings of peace of mind and contentment. No, it's not about the bike. It's about Deuteronomy 30:19, "I call heaven and earth to witness against you this day, that I have set before you life and death, blessing and curse; therefore choose life, that you and your descendants may live, loving the LORD your God, obeying his voice, and cleaving to him; for that means life to you and length of days, that you may dwell in the land which the LORD swore to your fathers" (Revised Standard Version). It means choosing life. Recommended reading For further information on living God's way of life, read our booklet . Copyright 2006 by United Church of God, an International Association All rights reserved. |
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