Weather was mild and breezy in the low 50s…perfect weather for running
Pre 5:00 Uncle Buck seen running ahead of PAX on his Solo run…great work!
5:13 Q reminded PAX that a large part of F3 is having other men to share the load of life with. Q asked men to pair off and share any concerns/issues they are currently dealing with. Q also asked as PAX were on their run to pray or reflect on the issues that were shared with them.
5:16 Q gave instructions, and reminded all to be safe…..and off we go. Some went further than others, but work was done by all!
6:06 COT. 8 PAX safe and accounted for. YHC shared while important, F3 should be more than physical fitness. F3 should provide a venue for grown men to become transparent and leaning on others to deal with the struggles of life. While we often circle up and ask for prayer requests, many go unmentioned. When asked to pair up, it was evident that EVERY man has something that he is dealing with on an ongoing basis….job, marriage, family, health issues, business decisions, etc.
YHC reminded PAX that one of the cool things about F3 is that all men young/old, black/white, rich/poor, christian/non christian are all welcome. But, since YHC shares a faith in God, he felt led to share a few thoughts. YHC shared a few of the lyrics from the soulful song “I Need You to Survive” (see below). Based on these words, PAX encouraged to find someone to share their struggles with…no matter if it is physical, emotional, financial, spiritual….as there are other men who are currently going through same thing or have “been there/done that” and can offer wise insight. YHC also shared how his faith provides peace knowing his God has a perfect plan for all things, and we can turn all those things over to Him. Last, YHC mentioned that, while not trying to push his own personal beliefs on anyone, if any man has questions or concerns about what is next in life….reach out to someone and take time to have those very important discussions.
I need you
You need me
We’re all a part of God’s body
Stand with me
Agree with me
We’re all a part of God’s body
It is His will that every need be supplied
You are important to me
I need you to survive [x2]
I pray for you
You pray for me
I love you
I need you to survive
I won’t harm you
With words from my mouth
I love you
I need you to survive
Prayer requests: Shared individually among PAX and lifted up by Q in final prayer.
6:15 Prayer and invite to join other PAX for coffee at SB.
Until next time….
Boy George