So the first 12 miles of The Red Letter Festival- Japan has begun and ended! The day started at 4:00 am when I woke up to a down pour of rain. EHHH? Well, God didn't call me to run (only if it was a perfect day) he just said go and so I ran! 6:00 came around and after bandaid-ing myself to prevent potential bleeding, we started! (We as me, GOd, Toby mac, The Afters, and Shane and Shane) I was surprised that even in the rain I had so many supporters with me. So as I began the run God was here! I was praying, running, and glorifying God. There were definite ups and downs but God protected my legs and I focused on him and praying for The Bridge! I ran by many bridge homes and was reminded to pray for those in Japan who are homeless and are affected by domestic violence. Well around 2 hours later, I ran back to my bike and gave a shout out to our maker thanking him for being all my sustenance.
Japan does supports "The Red Letter Festival"- I am not the only one! There are many people from church, and friends here who have been prayer warriors! And there are a few who have decided to support through running also! They are taking extra time and running to support! I appreciate everyone here in Japan who have taken this wonderful chance to give of what you talents God has given you to help others!
Ok so after this I did soak in my tub for the first time! It was a nice way to soothe the aches and pray more for the festival. (the candles are a nice addition but truly are just substitutes for the light that just blew out!)
Run #1 was wonderful and I am looking forward to this Friday when we do this again! What a trip! I never thought that I would be able to do this in so short of time! But when God says go- he will provide the means!
Remember: March 20th, and 28th- lets all try to give of your talents to support The Red Letter Festival!
~MOlly
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It's so cool that you did this. I was hoping to as well... but haven't committed the time yet, yikes. We'll see if I can get around to it. :) It's really fun to read about your time in Japan... as I'm living abroad right now too. I hope you can be encouraged by my story as much as I have been encouraged by reading your blog updates as often as possible! Hope to hear from you personally sometime. ;)
Wow.. I miss our Apt. Bible study group... ;) So glad I got to spend a chapter of my life at NW College with great people like you! ;) And.. oh my goodness - go to Trinidad together... can you believe that was 2 years ago at this time already?
Anyhoo, I better end this post, haha. Bye for now!
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