Maureen and I ran the hilly 20K (12.4 mile) loop south of Gretna this morning. We added 3.7 miles by running across the Platte River footbridge for a total of 16.1 miles. The run took about two hours and five minutes. I was going to do my long run this morning, but had some things to do for the church and needed to get going. I'll save the long run for later in the week. Which day depends on my schedule.
There is something peaceful about seeing the sun rise. We ran up and down countless hills. We ran alongside the Platte River for about five or six miles. We ran the the trails of Schramm Park and crossed the long Platte River footbridge. We saw deer, turkey, fish, trees, and nature in general.
Something peaceful about running exists. It is an adventure that is free of distractions and worry.
Paul writes about the peace that really matters: "Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything. Tell God what you need, and thank him for all he has done. Then you will experience God’s peace, which exceeds anything we can understand. His peace will guard your hearts and minds as you live in Christ Jesus." (Philippians 4:6-7)
The following are some signs and symptoms of inner peace:
- A tendency to think and act spontaneously rather than on fears based on past experiences.
- An unmistakable ability to enjoy each moment.
- A loss of interest in judging other people.
- A loss of interest in interpreting the actions of others.
- A loss of interest in conflict.
- A loss of the ability to worry. (This is a very serious symptom).
- Frequent, overwhelming episodes of appreciation.
- Contented feelings of connectedness with others and nature.
- Frequent attacks of smiling.
- An increasing tendency to let things happen rather than make them happen.
- An increased susceptibility to the love extended by others as well as the uncontrollable urge to extend it.
I pray we all find peace.
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