The Race Before Us: A Journey of Running and Faith

by Bruce H. Matson Narrated by Lloyd James

Overview

Turning 50 years old and facing some of life's biggest questions are daunting challenges. A crisis of faith and crisis of health lead towards significant changes in one's life. For Bruce Matson, a family man with a successful law practice, the struggles of health and doubt led to action. Combining to podcasts from notable Christian leaders Ravi Zacharias, Allistair Begg, and Tim Keller, careful research and preparation, and encouragment from family and friends, Bruce ran his race for physical and spiritual health. The Race Before Us by Bruce Matson is a wonderful memoir detailing the path of doubt to faith and spiritual malaise to running with God. Come alongside Bruce as he navigates the windy roads of faith and health in his pursuit of physical and spiritual well-being.

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

What follows is a very personal expression of an exceptional running journey back to spiritual, mental and physical health after staring into his own personal abyss.

-Frank Shorter, Winner – 1972 Olympic gold medal in the marathon



Bruce’s journey is everyone’s journey and The Race Before Us shows that it’s never too late to confront life’s most important question. It is a modern day race of Philippians by an author whois personally sharing, “I press on to make it my own because Christ Jesus has made me his own!!

- BishopJames Mauney, Virginia Synod – Evangelical Lutheran Church of America



I believe very strongly in the power of sharing the stories of one's life, which is why as a professional marathon runner I always am eager to here the stories of breakthrough from other runners because after hearing their story it releases something in me to walk in that same breakthrough. InThe Race Before Us:A Journey of Running & Faith, Bruce Matson shares his incredible story of breakthrough that is sure to inspire you to further breakthrough in your own life.

- Ryan Hall, Olympic Marathon (USA)



A good book tells a compelling story. The Race Before Us is a two-for-one gem that clearly lights the path to both spiritual and physical wholeness. Bruce's parallel journeys of faith and fitness will inspire you to examine your own walk with Jesus - and perhaps to lace up a pair of running shoes along the way."

- William C. Mims, Justice – Supreme Court of Virginia



I experienced and enjoyed The Race Before Us on two levels. As a runner, I loved reading Bruce's efforts to prepare for running a marathon and his—challenges along the 26.2 miles. His detailed descriptions of his personal—journey are engaging and informative and will be helpful for those aspiring—to complete a marathon. As a committed Christian, I appreciated Bruce's journey to faith, his careful and detailed investigation of the evidence for? God and case for Christ. Those searching for truth will learn from this—excellent analysis.

- Dave Veerman, Author – The Runner’s Devotional;Senior Editor - Life? Application Study Bible?

Product Details

BN ID:	2940172247781
Publisher:	EChristian, Inc.
Publication date:	09/03/2013
Edition description:	Unabridged

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