God, a Motorcycle, and the Open Road: A Biker's Devotional
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God, a Motorcycle, and the Open Road: A Biker's Devotional
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Overview
So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all for the glory of God. Romans 14:23
If you're a biker and a Christian, have you considered that riding, can be an activity that brings glory to God, draws you closer to His creation and provides an opportunity to share your faith with fellow riders?
Motorcycle and Jesus enthusiast Tim Riter has some amazing stories and spiritual truths he's collected from riding over 200,000 miles, covering 46 states, and three countries. Discover what happens when
- a long-haired hippie biker strolls into a redneck bar
- a new back tire causes a dangerous spill
- a chance encounter with an angry driver turns into a 20-mile chase
These and other engaging devotions will show you how your faith blends into your riding and help you experience that same sense of adventure you get from motorcycling in your walk with God, or in this case, your "ride with God."
Product Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780736975506 |
|---|---|
| Publisher: | Harvest House Publishers |
| Publication date: | 04/02/2019 |
| Pages: | 208 |
| Sales rank: | 1,096,114 |
| Product dimensions: | 5.40(w) x 8.40(h) x 0.70(d) |
| Age Range: | 3 Months to 18 Years |
About the Author
Table of Contents
Foreword Mike Scott 10
1 Getting into It-The Miracle of a Motorcycle 12
2 Two-Wheeled Unity-Why Can't We All Just Get Along? 16
3 Fearing Men, Fearing God-Dealing with Both 20
4 Risky Business-The Cost of Hospitality 24
5 When Angels Ride Along-Dealing with Danger 28
6 The Glory of Silence-A Time to Pray 31
7 Good Gear-Gets You Where You Want to Go 35
8 Friendly Fire-Dealing with Damage from Friends 39
9 Ride Free-Loosening Restrictions 43
10 Grab a Goal-Your Own Personal Bucket List 47
11 Live Well-Enjoying Gods Gifts 51
12 An Earned Respect-Responding to Authoritarianism in Authorities 54
13 Flashes of Glory-Unexpected Glimpses of God 58
14 Riding Equals Worship-Moving Beyond a Six-Foot Perspective 62
15 Getting Clean-Seeing Stress Blow Away in the Breeze 66
16 Mix Fun with Serving-Both Express God's Heart 70
17 The Role of Rules-Learning to Trust the Creator 74
18 Be Yourself-Create, Don't Copy, Your Riding Style 78
19 Go Along-The Joy of Riding Together 82
20 Go Alone-The Joy of Riding Solo 86
21 An Open Mind on the Open Road-Not Knowing Can Cost You 90
22 Expect Danger-Some People Are Just Bad… Know That 94
23 Be a Boy Scout: Prepare-Riding Has Dangers, So Does Life 98
24 Explore All Options-Life Requires a Lot of Flexing 102
25 Share the Joy-Extend the Joy of Riding to Others 106
26 Born to Be Wild, Living Mild-Balancing Adventure and Responsibility 110
27 Small Steps-When the Large Is Impossible, Do the Small 114
28 Push the Envelope-"When a Challenge Trumps Ease 118
29 A Tool or a Jewel?-When Leaving a Bike Behind Is Good 122
30 Morning Devotions-How Majesty Enhances Humility 126
31 Do the Right Thing-Taking a Stand When It Might Cost Us 130
32 Last Legs-Setting Our Life's Pace 133
33 Give a Little-Compromising for Harmony 136
34 The Upper Bedroom-Decreasing Selfishness Works 139
35 500 Miles of Misery-Don't Quit Too Soon 142
36 Kissing Concrete-When Good Seems Invisible 146
37 Road Maps-GPS or Paper, Have a Reliable Map 150
38 Roots-When Looking Back Helps 154
39 Taking Chances-When Risks Don't Reward Us 158
40 Wildlife Detected-Seeking Signs 162
41 Puke and Rally-Never Give Up 166
42 Consequences of Overconfidence-When Unguarded Strengths Become a Weakness 170
43 Drive Defensively-Avoiding Disasters 174
44 Addictions-When Having a Few Helps 178
45 Different Strokes-Different Folks 182
46 Hard Times-Keeping Disappointment from Flowing into Frustration 185
47 Let a Bike Be a Bike-Becoming the Genuine You 190
48 Get in the World-Engage with the World… Both of Them 194
49 Letting Dreams Die-Addition by Subtraction 198
50 Fresh Adventures-Familiarity Empowers New Approaches 202
Notes 206
What People are Saying About This
“If you fancy yourself a rider, Tim Riter has written a fun and thoughtful book that dovetails life lessons he’s learned from the open road with life lessons he’s learned from an open Bible. I encourage you to ride through it to see what you can learn.” —Larry Osborne, pastor and author, North Coast Church, Vista, California
“Tim has uniquely combined God's Word with motorcycling in such a fashion that one can understand just what it means to be more like the Father. Hit this book each day before your ride and watch what God does in your life.” —Frank Pomeroy, pastor, First Baptist Church, Sutherland Springs (riding an Ultra-Glide and on two wheels almost 40 years)
“Even nonbikers like myself are in for a treat as we hit the open road with Tim, his bike, and God. A great read!” —Nick Harrison, author of One-Minute Prayers® for Husbands and One-Minute Prayers® for Dads
“Tim’s reflections brought back memories of riding down the back roads of Illinois as I pastored a rural church early in my career, and I could almost feel the wind in my face. The insights he shares from countless experiences during his travels will make you more sensitive to the prompting of the Holy Spirit as you encounter challenges and opportunities to serve others.” —John Derry, PhD, president, Hope International University, Fullerton
“A WINNER! Tim can write, and he has an eye for beauty and color and people and landscapes. He also has a soul bent on freedom in Christ, and the ride and the road are really metaphors for the kind of freedom he believes God wants everyone to enjoy. I can’t recommend this book highly enough. Even a few chapters will inspire and invigorate your heart as they did mine. And Tim is not just talking to the church here. This book is for anyone aching for a real God and a real life.” —Murray Pura, author of Majestic and Wild, A Road Called Love, and The Wings of Morning
“Tim Riter does a good job encouraging bikers to put wheels to their faith. Or vice versa.” —Andy Cripe, member, Christian Motorcyclists Association
“God, a Motorcycle, and the Open Road is filled with provocative, compelling, and heartfelt insights gleaned on the back of a bike. Whether it’s a Harley or a Honda, saddle up for the trip with Tim Riter as your ride leader on the open road.” —Steve Redden, pastor, Crosspoint Church, Temecula
“This book has so much to offer even a non-biker like myself. Riter takes the smallest things—like donuts and coffee—and shows readers the hand of God. A must read!” —Paula K. Parker, playwright and author of the Amazon bestselling Sisters of Lazarus series (1965 Schwinn with banana seat and butterfly handlebar)
“Who knew so many analogies to our walk with God could come from riding motorcycles with great friends? Thanks, Tim, for taking the time to think them through and share them with us. I’m so glad I got to be a part of the experience.” —Jerry Christensen, pastor (Honda Gold Wing and more, rider for 50 years)
“Whether you’re a seasoned biker or a curious wannabe, you’ll be thrilled with the many adventures Tim Riter shares in this book. Tim has a down-to-earth writing style that flows smoothly from his motorcycle experiences to the spiritual lessons he has learned. Thank you, Tim, for not only inviting the reader to share in your adventures, but for also inviting us to join you as you reflect on the presence of God in your life!” —Dan DeWitt, pastor for 33 years and biker for 46 years
“Tim inspires me to be a better person. To be a better rider. To be more faithful to Christ. I trust this book will inspire you.” —Greg England, 65 years old and 18 months a biker (Suzuki Boulevard)
“If you ride a Harley, a dirt bike, or even a bicycle like I do, you’ll enjoy Tim Riter’s insights and adventures.” —Jeff P.
“I just finished reading God, a Motorcycle, and the Open Road and enjoyed it immensely! Tim has a refreshing and engaging writing style that kept me turning the pages. Without being “preachy,” he challenged me to think about, and sometimes rethink, habits and values and priorities. My 1998 Kawasaki Vulcan Classic 1500 has sat in the garage all winter long. It’s about time to dust it off and hit the road!” —Richard Brown, pastor, educator, rider
“A good rider needs balance, awareness of his surroundings, and anticipation of what is going to happen in front of him next. Tim Riter brings all three of these strengths to these devotions.” —John Southwood, bicyclist, 50 miles a day
“God, a Motorcycle, and the Open Road invites us to feel the exhilaration of riding through God’s creation with the wind in our hair and bugs in our teeth. But he also offers a new perspective—to view life in terms of the journey God is unfolding, connecting us to the beauty of both the Creator and His creation. The book focuses on life as an act of worship, and each bend in the road reveals yet another surprise of grace to explore. Come on! Get your motor runnin’, climb on, and hold tight as you experience the great adventure God has in store for you!” —Les Enloe, author and screenwriter
“Riter has been there and rode that, but he doesn’t brag about it. Authentic, gut-level stuff.” —Mike Raether, outdoorsman, author of Flyfisher’s Guide to Northwest Montana’s Mountain Lakes
“Tim Riter is one of those rare souls whose lifeline is forever taut, and that when plucked sounds a smooth resonance and offers itself to an even greater melody. His latest contribution, God, a Motorcycle, and the Open Road, layers new harmonies where we seldom expect them: barreling on two wheels down highways in the middle of nowhere. But Riter, the motorcycle mystic, reminds us that we are never nowhere, and that each somewhere we visit presents a new opportunity for reflection, refinement, and gratitude.” —Zak Erving, maker, seeker, starter, teacher
“If you love good storytelling, Tim Riter’s book is for you. A little rough around the edges, reading God, a Motorcycle, and the Open Road feels as though you’re swapping stories with a good friend around a campfire. Riter’s stories will spark your own sense of wanderlust and make you think of God in new ways.” —Josie Siler (Harley-Davidson Nightster—I bought my first bike, 150cc, with my brother at age eight, got my first “big girl” bike in college, and have been a biker chick ever since)
“Tim Riter is a man after God’s own heart…on a motorcycle instead of a pulpit now. This book compares our Christian walk from the perspective of a man who is well acquainted with both. Each devotion ends with an application to take the reader deeper into their walk with the Lord. There is good Scripture application for nailing down biblical concepts that deal with real-life issues. This devotion will appeal to believers and not-yet-believers as they search out God. Be sure to take this along on your next ride out in God’s beautiful creation.” —Sue Thornburg Fellows, born wild, drove a snowmobile once, and has ridden a lot on the back of bikes
“You don’t need to be a biker to benefit from this engaging book. With wit and wisdom, Tim Riter tells compelling stories, draws spiritual analogies, and asks thoughtful questions. So, hit the road with this read, enjoy the two-wheeled adventure, and be prepared to give copies to your friends—riders or not!” —Judy Gordon Morrow, author of The Listening Heart: Hearing God in Prayer
“What a great book this is. It totally related to that inner calling we riders have as we hit the road and ride through life. We riders have that urge to live life to the fullest and a bit on the edge. Tim’s book gives some clarity to understanding how God has made us who we are.” —Bert Esposito, lifelong rider (1996 Softail Custom Chopper)
“The author's love of both motorcycles and God are brought together in short lessons and thought-provoking vignettes that are well written and resonate with authenticity. Any rider will find a kindred spirit here who understands the joys and challenges of the road, and who can blend that experience with a cogent Bible lesson.” —Howie Tjiong, ME, Motorcycle Safety Foundation RiderCoach
