Download or read book The Religiosity of Running written by Mark Mullane and published by . This book was released on 2017 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "In 1976 sportswriter Frank Deford coined the term “Sportianity” to define the devotion found in sports and how it had created a new religious phenomenon. The word itself never caught on, but the meaning behind it stuck. Many authors from a variety of disciplines have contested that sports themselves should be considered a secular religion. However, most of the discussion has centered around popular team sports like soccer, football, and baseball. This research aims to position the sport of distance running in this context as well. This research will focus on a cross-cultural representation of the sport and its place in human society. Running will be examined across the globe, using such locations as Japan, East Africa, and North America to give a comprehensive understanding of how different cultures practiced and continue to embrace this sport with its variety of beliefs, rituals, and communities. Through this understanding of religion, it can be concluded that the sport of long distance running demonstrates the qualities of a secular religion, and should be considered as one."-Abstract

Download or read book Daily Running with Jesus written by Elizabeth Minikel and published by . This book was released on 2017-12-12 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you ready to run to the person God has called you to be? Ready, get set... go! God calls His children to live lives that glorify Him in whatever our hands and feet find to do. Therefore as runners we are called to honor our Creator with our love of running. This 365 daily devotional will inspire, motivate, and uplift runners both physically and spiritually. Whether this is your first day running or your thirtieth race, you will discover a way to run to glorify God! A Christian's daily walk and a runner's daily run are marked with ups and downs, making the correlation between maturing in one's faith and running relatable! Through this devotional, the reader will see themselves as God created them to be: strong, beautiful, talented, loving, smart, and determined. Each day will inspire the reader to celebrate the unique person they are while giving them the confidence to fulfill the special purpose God has in store for their life. Scripture Quotations are taken from the Holy Bible, New International Version, NIV Copyright 1973, 1978, 1984, 2011 by Biblica, Inc. Elizabeth Minikel is an avid runner and exercise enthusiast. She left her career in the healthcare field to devote her life to mission work in Latin America, South America, and in the United States. It is her love for others and running that inspired her to write Daily Running With Jesus. Elizabeth lives with her husband, Bryan, in North Carolina.

Download or read book The Catholic Runner written by Chris Easterly and published by Our Sunday Visitor. This book was released on 2019-11-12 with total page 94 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What if the Catholic Faith could make you a better runner? What if running could make you a better Catholic? Before you toss these ideas out with your last pair of running shoes, take the next thirty days and put them to the test. In The Catholic Runner: 30 Days of Motivation and Inspiration, Catholic runner Chris Easterly becomes your personal trainer and running buddy, encouraging you with stories of his own running successes and failures, along with Scripture, saints quotes, and insights that will keep you going or get you started. The brief daily devotions come with a (totally doable) running challenge and a prayer to keep with you during your day. Whether you’re preparing for a 5K or a marathon, or you want to start running to improve your health, during these thirty days you’ll notice changes. You’ll find yourself growing closer to God and becoming a better runner — and a better Catholic! — because you’ll be giving it all to him. Click here to register for the related webcast ABOUT THE AUTHOR Chris Easterly is a professional screenwriter and independent filmmaker. A graduate of the prestigious Warner Brothers Television Writers Workshop, he has written for Fox, Cartoon Network, and the Hallmark Channel. His memoir Falling Forward was selected as an exclusive Amazon Kindle Single. Represented by Bauman Management in Los Angeles, he is a member of the Writers Guild of America.

Download or read book Run the Mile You re In written by Ryan Hall and published by HarperChristian + ORM. This book was released on 2019-04-16 with total page 218 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Journey with Olympian and American half marathon record holder Ryan Hall as he reflects on the joys and trials of running and, along the way, shows you how he found God in every step. Ryan Hall is an Olympic athlete and American record holder in the half marathon, but as a kid, Ryan hated running. He wanted nothing to do with the sport until one day, he felt compelled to run the fifteen miles around his neighborhood lake. He was hooked. From that day forward, Ryan felt a God-given purpose in running. He knew he could, and would, race with the best runners in the world and that his talent was a gift to serve others. These two truths launched Ryan's twenty-year athletic career and guided him through epic failures and exceptional breakthroughs to competing at the highest level. Now a coach, speaker, and nonprofit partner, Ryan shares the powerful faith behind his athletic achievements and the lessons he learned that helped him push past his limits, make space for relationships that enrich his life on and off the running trails, and cultivate a positive mindset. As you learn more about Ryan and his incredible path, you'll gain the tools you need to: Focus on your purpose and say no to distractions Select and strive for the right goals--goals for the heart and the body Deal with defeat and disappointment Endure immense pain and build resilience Run like you've already won Ryan's story is one of encouragement and inspiration for readers of any age and level of running ability--or none at all. It's a story that shows that you, too, can change your outlook, see God's hand in your life, and run the race that really matters. Praise for Run the Mile You’re In: "Run the Mile You're In is not about winning races and setting running records. It's about always moving forward. Moving outward is an act of courage. The reward is living the lifestyle and embracing the dream." --Bart Yasso, newly retired chief running officer, Runner's World "Ryan's journey on and off the course is touching and a meaningful way to live by helping others. This is an uplifting book of joy and finding your sense of purpose." --Meb Keflezighi, Olympic silver medalist; Boston Marathon and NYC Marathon champion

Download or read book Walk Run Soar written by Dorina Gilmore Young and published by Baker Books. This book was released on 2020-09-29 with total page 256 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: As a runner, you want to accomplish your physical goals. But deep down, you long for your training to be a more meaningful experience, engaging your body, mind, soul, and spirit. Walk, Run, Soar is a 52-week devotional and training journal designed for runners who hope to experience God's presence, purpose, and glory in a deeper way as they run. Dorina Gilmore Young, and her triathlete husband, Shawn, will get you moving with a new motivation: improving your spiritual health. Along with weekly devotions to inspire you, Walk, Run, Soar includes · practical running/training tips · training schedules from a running and triathlon coach · advice on how to fuel your body well · reflection questions and action steps · space to journal and record your running progress Whether you are new to running or a longtime runner, Walk, Run, Soar will motivate you to hit your fitness goals while strengthening your faith.

Download or read book Run To Be Righteous written by Susan Merrell and published by Christian Faith Publishing, Inc.. This book was released on 2024-05-09 with total page 107 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Susan Merrell is a first-time author. Her passion for international travel, research, and the wonders of nature, combined with her running experiences, give this book a unique perspective of the Christian life. She became a member of the Seven Continents Club in 2005.

Download or read book The Runner s Devotional written by Dana Niesluchowski and published by Tyndale House Publishers, Inc.. This book was released on 2011 with total page 360 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ever wondered if there's a purpose to your running and what it has to do with your spiritual life?The Runner's Devotional will inspire you in your faith while encouraging you to excel at the sport you love! This book is for runners of all levels—casual and avid, competitive and recreational—who want to improve their running skills, attain personal running goals, and grow closer to God. Fifty-two devotional readings will keep runners motivated, inspired, and running in the right direction, both on and off the road, through life's many peaks and valleys. Each devotional includes an inspirational reading, a personal story from a runner, Scripture application, running tips, and questions to consider. Additional features include health and fitness tips, and weekly runner's logs.

Download or read book Run for God written by Mitchell Hollis and published by CrossBooks Publishing. This book was released on 2010-06 with total page 156 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: People take up running for many reasons, from weight loss to offseason conditioning for athletics to improved cardiovascular health. But did you know that running is an effective way to strengthen one's faith as well? Run for God-the 5K Challenge is a guide to running and a twelve-week training plan aimed at running a 5K, but with a Christian focus. Author Mitchell Hollis introduces runners to the similarities between running and witnessing for Christ. The workout plans, discussion questions, and Bible verses make it both a practical resource and a workbook for individuals and groups, especially beginning runners. From advice about shoes and Christian music for one's MP3 player to tips on race etiquette, the book will be useful and inspirational. Run for God is designed for all levels of runners, even those who have never run. Learn to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ while understanding the parallels in enduring a sport like running and enduring your faith.

Download or read book Running on Faith written by Rick E. Meyer and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2017-07-28 with total page 266 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book weaves the life story of the author with his faith, his childhood on a Kansas farm, and growing in faith while training for cross country and marathons.

Download or read book Marathon Faith written by John Van Pay and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2018-01-02 with total page 165 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: GOD WANTS TO FINISH WHAT HE STARTED IN YOU Surrendering your life to Jesus is the greatest decision you will ever make, but that's just the starting line. Many of us begin following Jesus without a realistic expectation of the price required to finish our spiritual race. As a result, we lose heart when the road becomes difficult. In Marathon Faith: Motivation from the Greatest Endurance Runners of the Bible, pastor and marathon runner John Van Pay offers help. Van Pay encourages readers by showing how the "endurance runners of the Bible" overcame obstacles on their faith journeys. By sharing personal adventures, humorous mishaps, and grueling struggles from his own endurance races, Van Pay shares how God helps when life gets tough—and how you, too, can finish strong.

Download or read book Spiritual Runner written by Jolee Paden and published by . This book was released on 2014-07 with total page 144 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: What if we pursued our faith in the same that we pursued our training? We spend hours running because we experience tangible results. We do this for temporary glory, but soon enough we are left empty again-searching for more. Runners know the importance of self-discipline, accountability, dedication, planning and preparing, but we often miss the mark in the pursuit of eternity. What if we took our running mentality and applied it to a faith that would bear fruit and true satisfaction? We could sweep the earth with a passionate love one step at a time. God has given you a foundation of discipline and a platform of influence. How will you choose to pursue the Spiritual Runner?

Download or read book Run for God written by Mitchell Hollis and published by CrossBooks Publishing. This book was released on 2010-06 with total page 140 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: People take up running for many reasons, from weight loss to offseason conditioning for athletics to improved cardiovascular health. But did you know that running is an effective way to strengthen one s faith as well? Run for God the 5K Challenge is a guide to running and a twelve-week training plan aimed at running a 5K, but with a Christian focus. Author Mitchell Hollis introduces runners to the similarities between running and witnessing for Christ. The workout plans, discussion questions, and Bible verses make it both a practical resource and a workbook for individuals and groups, especially beginning runners. Run for God the 5K Challenge Instructor s Edition provides group leaders with suggestions on how to get and keep their team motivated as runners and as God s witnesses. Suggestions are given to encourage discussion of Bible passages that are integral to the training plan. Run for God is designed for all levels of runners, even those who have never run. Learn to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ while understanding the parallels in enduring a sport like running and enduring your faith.

Download or read book Run for God The 5K Challenge Fourth Edition Student Manual written by Hollis and published by . This book was released on 2019-08 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: THE 5K CHALLENGE is a practical guide to running and a 12-week training plan aimed at running a 5K, but with a Christian focus. Although people run for many different reasons, this book is for those who make God the center of their lives-or need to be reminded to do so. The tone is conversational and accessible, and the workout plans, discussion questions, and Bible verses make it both a practical resource and a workbook for individuals and groups, especially beginning runners. From advice about shoes and Christian music for one's MP3 player, to tips on race etiquette, the book will be useful and inspirational. THE 5K CHALLENGE is part bible study and part training program. The primary goal is to learn to spread the gospel of Jesus Christ while understanding the parallels of enduring a sport like running and enduring your faith. This study is for everyone! In fact, this study is designed for those who have never run, and if you have never ran in your life, there is no better time to start than now. Be ready for your first 5K Road Race in just 12-weeks, and learn how this sport relates to your faith in the process.

Download or read book Running with Faith written by Michael Bacigalupi and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2009-05-01 with total page 133 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: I have to admit I struggle with my faith, but my faith has been the reason that I have gotten this far. I seem to question my faith when things go bad and forget and not give God any credit when things are going good. So I ask hows your faith, because mine is stronger and getting stronger every day. Come read with me on some points I learned in our Sunday School Class. I write about this because when you see all that inspires me while I run or compete in marathons and triathlons than there is no way you cant see Gods work. When I am competing in any events especially long events, I catch myself talking to God. Even though I am running with thousands of people, you are still by yourself. I have to pray or talk to God or I will find myself starting to think about the long distance to much and negative thought starts creeping in my mind. This book will inspire you with touching stories of courage and faith.

Download or read book The Race Before Us written by Bruce H. Matson and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Turning 50 years old and facing some of life's biggest questions are daunting challenges. A crisis of faith and crisis of health lead towards significant changes in one's life. For Bruce Matson, a family man with a successful law practice, the struggles of health and doubt led to action. Combining to podcasts from notable Christian leaders Ravi Zacharias, Allistair Begg, and Tim Keller, careful research and preparation, and encouragement from family and friends, Bruce ran his race for physical and spiritual health. The Race Before Us by Bruce Matson is a wonderful memoir detailing the path of doubt to faith and spiritual malaise to running with God. Come alongside Bruce as he navigates the windy roads of faith and health in his pursuit of physical and spiritual well-being.

Download or read book Let s Run written by Jennifer Yates and published by . This book was released on 2018-05-07 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Let's Run! explores the faith chapter of Hebrews by taking us back to the Old Testament and the stories of some ordinary people who faced enormous challenges but managed to stay in the race. This Bible study will give you not only a look at their lives, but also an opportunity to apply the same principles of faith to your own life, to keep you in the race and running toward the prize. Let's Run! is a 6-week Bible study which includes weekend devotions to recap the principles learned each week, as well as ideas for group study. Join Jennifer and be inspired to lace up and get back in the race!

Download or read book Running with God written by Berry Simpson and published by Xulon Press. This book was released on 2009-06 with total page 190 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "I first started running in the summer of 1978 to win the heart of a girl, but instead, I found God. He chose running to be one of the the places he revealed himself to me. Through my time alone, on my feet, the God of my parents and my grandparents became my God. It was on the road and on the trail that my relationship with God became personal. We developed a friendship which grew bigger than church and became deeper than rules of behavior."--Page 4 of cover.