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Why Do I Jog? Because I’m Religious …


Posted by rabbi.deutsch on 03 Jun 2015 / 0 Comment



Hi, Hope you’re having a great day.
Judging by the weather in Chicago?
It’s hard to believe that it’s June!
Last June was more typical.
… I remember a very hot day.
And I was out jogging.
I met a friend who said to me …
“Rabbi! How do you do it in such hot weather?”
I wasn’t able to get into a philosophical discussion then.
But here it is.
Why do I jog even when it’s very hot?
For the same reason I pray every day. Even when it’s very hot.
(And even if the air conditioning at the synagogue is broken!)
Because I have to!
I consider both regular prayer and exercise to be a religious imperative.
… And there’s more.
Why do I jog every day?
Because I pray every day!
What do I mean?
Every day I thank G-d for the gift of life.
And if I don’t try to take care of myself?
It shows that I don’t really appreciate the gift of life.
Every day I ask G-d for good health.
And if I don’t try to take care of myself?
It’s kind of a chutzpa!
Like having a few drinks, getting behind the wheel of my car …
And praying to G-d for a safe trip!
… If you thank G-d every day for the gift of life, but don’t exercise?
Think about getting started!
If you exercise but don’t thank G-d every day for the gift of life?
Think about getting started!
And if you already do both?
Wonderful!
You’re really in good shape!
… And one more thing.
My exercise has become even more intense recently. And even more meaningful.
Because I’m jogging in support of CTN’s life-changing Israel missions.
These missions are heavily subsidized and are literally life changing for the men and women who join.
I’ve committed to the minimum of 100 miles over 4 weeks, but will be doing considerably more than that, G-d willing.
So I’m asking you to consider sponsoring me.
Your donation, whether large or small, will really make a difference. It will be greatly appreciated.
And it will really get me moving!
Simply click here and choose my name.
Thanks very much and all the best,

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