Author: Chet

As believers, we are called to forgive as we've already been forgiven. To forgive means to let go, set free, release. When we forgive, oddly enough, it is our own selves whom are most set free. We can set limits on behaviors we tolerate. We cannot limit forgiveness. Forgiveness does not mean reunion or reconciliation. … Continue reading Forgive…

I’m longing for more. I’m longing for more peace within my soul, and more peace with all of humanity. I’m longing for more faith, more love, and more grace. I’m longing for God’s spirit to break into this soul and make me whole. I’m longing for less brokenness and battles with myself, much less with … Continue reading Longing…

“You have to teach athletes, somewhere in their careers, that they can do more than they think they can.” Tim Noakes. “Just like a smile or frown, the words in your head have the power to influence the very feelings they’re supposed to reflect.” Alex Hutchinson author of book Endure. “Her capacity to hurt herself … Continue reading Endure…

This mornings Psalm was 61. The melody line? In whom do you place your trust? Who is your refuge in time of trouble? Who is your source of strength when your body, mind, spirit are weak? Where do you turn when dragging ass? Good questions. Answers? Live hard. Love ❤️ harder. Look up…

Merry Christmas everyone. Just sent a note to the six dudes joining me for France IV on June 21, 2023. I reminded them the best part about big dreams is not the actual event, it’s all the prep work and anticipation prior. We have 177 days until we depart. The best thing is embracing the … Continue reading The best thing…

Temp outside was -2. Wind chill -23. Garage 48. After 55 minutes of push up, band pulls, planks, farmers, CESarms, Romanians, vsits, pelvic floor, band sliders, and heavies, the garage temp? 54 degrees. Five dudes made each other do more than we would have done left to our lonesome. Go do something hard and do … Continue reading Dudes…

Lycurgus wasn't the King of Sparta (BC 800 - 730) but he's credited with creating Spartan culture. He went away and studied other people groups and returned with a new idea on building community. He's worth a look. Reading Epictetus, has given me a new perspective on Lycurgus - he wasn't just wise - he … Continue reading Lycurgus…

Back in 2009, LA and I decided it was time to take our cycling to new heights. We began training to do the toughest Tour de France climbs. We worked our asses off. LA trained like he had some eligibility left. God had other plans. LA would die suddenly one month prior to our departure … Continue reading Harder…