Day #5 of being on Sabbatical. I have finished 2 races, no injuries, good finishes. I'm pleased and looking forward to more races. I have begun reading 4 books: "Sabbath" by Wayne Muller, "Walking the Labyrinth" by Travis Scholl, "Eat This Book" by Eugene Peterson, and the Bible by the Holy Spirit.
I was given "Sabbath" by Pastor Don Hasse before he passed, it was given to the entire staff at CLC at the time. In the introduction it talks about how those who have gone through near-death experiences often come out on the other side with a new appreciation for life. They take more time to "be in the moment" with others, to rest and be refreshed, and to live intentionally. I find that I sometimes live from event-to-event and miss day-to-day life. This book is great for me right now.
"Walking the Labyrinth" was given to me last year by the author whom I worked with at Camp Arcadia for a week. He and I will also be working together during the second week of family camp this year. I am very much looking forward to spending the week with him. He challenges me to grow deeper in my devotion-life. He makes me aware that God is in our every moment.
"Eat This Book" was a part of my seminary training, and I skimmed it, mostly looking for enough information to pass a class. I set it aside years ago for a time such as this. It opens the door to reading scripture with new eyes, or mouth as it were. The idea is that the bible is more than information or knowledge to be gained, but it is meant to dwell in us and shape us. Its intent is to reveal God's work and his kingdom. It shows us something that no other book can, God himself.
In light of the above, I am reading through scripture that it might simply dwell in me and guide me. I am also reading the bible with an eye toward stewardship. I am seeking to grow and be moved in how we are directed to be stewards of all that God has given us. This of course includes our body.
I ran 8 miles today on the Monon Trail. It is a beautiful day. My Garmin says I need 36 hours of recovery after racing Sunday, spin class yesterday, and running today. I think I will take its advice. I am headed to Camp Lutherhaven for 2 nights starting tomorrow. I can't wait. From there I will spend Friday night in Muncie before the Indiana Sprint Tri on Saturday at Ball State. The race director said that I could invite anyone to join me with a 10% discount code of PASTORMAXTEN. How cool is that?
I'll catch up with you after the race...
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