It was nearly a year ago that Parker and I signed a discipleship covenant. It involved three challenges: spiritual, intellectual, and physical. We still have a ways to go on all fronts. But I’m excited about our upcoming physical challenge. I really wanted to go after a goal together so next month we’ll run the Dewey Beach Sprint Triathlon.

I don’t think we’ll set any course records! But I’m gaining confidence. My biggest concern was the swimming leg, especially because it’s an ocean swim. But I think we’re going to get there.

I’m trying to accomplish a couple things in this process. One is teaching my son to develop good disciplines. And I’ve found that if I’m disciplined physically it’s easier for me to be disciplined spiritually. And vice versa. But I also want to push him to do things that will stretch him. Few things in life compare to the thrill of doing something really hard or doing something you didn’t think you could do. And even if we don’t succeed in finishing, I’d rather fail trying!