Introspection.

Introspection (n) - Contemplation of one's own thoughts, feelings, and sensations; self-examination.

When my husband came home this evening, I showed him my new blog and explained to him why I decided to change my blog. He is the reason why I named my first post 'Introspection' , because he told me that's what I'm doing when I'm blogging. Anyway, I felt like my other blog pointed all to me and the attention was on me and the things I did and made. You see I want to have a blog that reflects Christ in me and so She Runs for Jesus - Isaiah 40:31 was born . The name of my blog and the scripture is very close to my heart. When I started my journey towards healthy living, specifically running, I wanted to do it for the glory of God (1 Corinthians 10:31). I truly felt in my heart that if I did all this for only myself then there wouldn't be any purpose for it. You see, you and I have purpose in life - to love God with all your heart, mind, and soul. I recently found a love for running and through that I easily associated Christ with it. I compare my spiritual journey with running. They're both not easy and it takes endurance, pushing forward, commitment, passion, and love. When I run I keep Jesus in mind and the the cross he carried. Running is not easy for me but I push forward and continue to run. When I'm running I have set goals that I work hard for to reach. In the same manner, God sets goals for us to keep pushing forward and not give up so that we may win the race He has set before us (2 Tim. 4:6-7).

Another reason for the new blog is to encourage people that they can do anything through Christ. Yes even running. I ran the 10k Annual Causeway Run at South Padre Island (my first race) in January of this year . I had never run more than 3 miles in my life 'til that day. I was able to run 6 miles with the help of my husband, friends, and of course God. I ran my second race on May 25th which was 4 miles in the Annual Beach to Bay Relay Marathon. I am planning on running another race along with my husband and other friends, but this time a half marathon (13 miles) in San Antonio, Texas in November of this year. I'm very excited but nervous at the same time. I know I'll be running this race for and with God.

I've explained in my other blog (You Are What You Eat) that we're responsible for our body and so I just want to encourage ya'll to keep a well balanced healthy lifestyle. I am very passionate when it comes to that, and I used to be obsessed about it but God really changed my heart. Remember that keeping everything (food, exercise, etc.) in moderation is very important. My hope and prayer for this blog is that God would use my words, the words He gives me, my experiences, knowledge, etc. to bring glory to Him and to encourage you to live a life that is good and healthy.