How do I begin to describe Day Three? A test? A trauma? A trial? A lesson? I guess I just need to say it was a great reminder. We are not the ones who will decide if this project continues or ends. It continues if them Lord wants it to continue and it ends at His desire. Today, He let it continue.
We were on pallets on the floor when I saw Darrell Crow awake and stretching. So I spoke a greeting as I lay there. He moved across the floor and spoke softly to me as he laid beside me. He told me he and Mike had taken Brigitte to the hospital with heart problems and that she had been admitted for observation. My first reaction was disbelief. That passed quickly and was replaced with the thought that the GREAT Ride was over. Over!
The breakfast table brought prayers for Brigitte and prayers for God to show us what He would have us do. Almost immeditely Phillip volunteered to SAG rather than ride. As we added thoughts and possibilities to that, it became clear that, given God's blessing on Brigitte's condition, we could - and should - continue.
I can't go into the details here (on this tiny keyboard). But I'll just say with the response of our wives and friends, God put together what was needed for us to be assured Brigitte was cares for and still be able to ride. We were delayed about two hours in starting the ride, we pedalled north - into the wind. It seemed as though the Lord wanted us to ride He still wanted us to ride against the wind.
The day brought us to Refugio, Texas - the city of refuge. It also brought three flats, carrying our bikes across a RR track, a bloody elbow, a brief ride ON the Interstate, great support from Phillip and all but 22 miles of our planned course.
Those whom the Lord will be using to keep us going will be discussed as the plan unfolds in the days ahead. For now we are glad to report the Brigitte is well. Linda Bell will get tomorrow and drive her back to Fort Worth. We will ride an extra 22 miles on Tuesday and be back on schedule. Marilyn will SAG as Phillip finishes his tour.
God is good!!
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God is good! I'm praying for you all!
-God doesn't come and go. God lasts. He's Creator of all you can see or imagine.
He doesn't get tired out, doesn't pause to catch his breath.
And he knows everything, inside and out. He energizes those who fight a head wind and get tired, gives fresh strength to those who encounter various obstacles.
For even young people tire and drop out, young folk in their prime stumble and fall.
But those who wait upon God get fresh strength.
They spread their wings and soar like eagles; they keep churning and don't get tired; they pedal and don't fall behind." (The Great Race Version).
Well I wanted to write something really inspiring and thought provoking but I just read what Rusty wrote and I think he did a far better job than I ever could (you should frame that psalm next to the group picture). Know that we love you and are praying for you everyday. God is in control- you know that, I know that, we just have to keep reminding ourselves. Lots of love, hugs and kisses!!!
We are with you in spirit and praying for your success.
Love's Prayers...Dottie
Amen, what Rusty wrote! God bless Dottie and the Great Ride team. Wishing I were there, Don
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