Guys, I'm a firm 16-year old Bible-believing Christian. I believe that God gave me the power to go out and run and enjoy it. Still, though, running is not the basis for my Christianity. Although I do sometimes pray to God that he'll give me a faster 5K or whatever, thats not why I'm a Christian. I love my Lord because he paid my penalty on that cross 2000 years ago, so I can spend ETERNITY with him. I don't have to fear death. Running is just something I do to help enjoy my life here on earth and stay healthy. When I run, it gives me an opportunity to meditate and pray to the Lord. Running enhances my relationship with Him. No, I probably will NEVER run a sub-2:10 marathon, or be in the Olympics, but as long as I have my Lord, it makes my life a whole lot more hopeful.