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Commitment

Posted on October 12, 2009 by jeffkapusta in Book Reviews, Family Stuff, Random Rants 7 Comments
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The very thought of the word has caused many people to lock up in fear.  The very thought of commitment has paralyzed many guys from getting married.  It has sidelined many people from persuing a dream.  It’s caused many church attenders to remain spectators rather than participators.  The very word commitment is a struggle for me as well.

For several months now I have been running.  It started as a means to get in shape.  In the beginning I would run a mile or two and feel good about myself.  Before long I was running three and four mile runs and calling them a piece of cake.

Sure enough as you progress in running people want to know why you would do that to yourself… It doesn’t take long until someone pops the question…”have you ever thought about running a marathon?”  There it is.  How do you answer?  The truth is that Yes I have thought about it, however, I’m reluctant to say “yes” because once I do I am no longer running but training.  Marathon Training!  What changed?  Commitment.  My commitment changed.

I was convicted by a quote in Donald Miller’s New Book titled, “A Million Miles in a Thousand Years.” He says, “People love to have lived a great story, but few people like the work it takes to make it happen. But joy costs pain.”

It’s time to commit.  I’m marathon training.  On December the 12 there is a marathon in Charlotte called the Thunder Road Marathon and I will be running in it.  Will I make it?  Who knows…atleast not until I try.

What is your marathon?  What commitment are you afraid to make because the moment you do everything changes?

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7 comments on “Commitment”

  1. Joan says:
    October 12, 2009 at 8:03 pm

    My marathon is weight loss & yes I have done a great job of it so far but I am at a critical turning point. I have hit the plateau partly because it’s a natural part of the process. I think also because when I break through the other side – who will I be? I have no idea who the person is waiting for me when I get to the other side. Not knowing is the hardest part of change. It’s also what makes you stronger.

  2. Drew Naska says:
    October 13, 2009 at 8:32 am

    Do work son!

  3. Eric Tilstra says:
    October 13, 2009 at 8:42 am

    My commitment would entail being totally sold out for Jesus in my ministry. I still have a few insecurities to let go of first. Or “pounds to shed”. But a little sign that hangs in my kitchen that my grandmother gave me motivates me each morning to keep training. “When I stand before God at the end of my life I would hope that I would have not a single bit of talent left and could say, “I used everything you gave me.”
    That is a quote by Erma Bombeck.

  4. jeffkapusta says:
    October 13, 2009 at 10:47 am

    Hey Eric,

    I appreciate your honesty. Truth be told I have had to deal with one insecurity after another as a leader and pastor. I think insecurities are opportunities for Jessu to shine! I think I just might do a series of blog posts on insecurities that i have had to deal with. Thanks for the idea.

  5. Michael Robison says:
    October 13, 2009 at 12:43 pm

    Hey Bro,

    Great thoughts. I’m praying you crush that marathon. It’ll be a rush like no other bro. Thanks for being a strong and committed leader.

  6. Eric Tilstra says:
    October 13, 2009 at 4:20 pm

    Hey Pastor Jeff this is the Eric from Unleashed with the snoball truck that stayed at the same hotel as you guys. I pray for your church everyday. Say hi to Kevin for me.

  7. jeffkapusta.com » My Marathon Recap Pt. 1 says:
    December 15, 2009 at 3:09 pm

    [...] If you are wondering why in the world I would do such a thing you can read my post here. [...]

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