
Spring100 Featured Photographer: Kelly M
Fun Stats from week 2:
๐๐ผ 58,152.23 miles walked to date for the 2025 Spring100
๐๐ผ 3 Participants have already completed their 100 Mile goal. CONGRATULATIONS!!๐ฅณ
Here we are, 11 days into the challenge! Everyone is energized and going strong. ๐๐ป GOOD JOB!! Keep up the motivation. For those just now joining, you have plenty of time to catch up and get on track! ๐๐ผโโ๏ธ If you haven’t joined yet, Registration closes April 8th. NOW is the time to register! As we begin our trek toward the 100-mile goal, endurance will be needed! Life will get busy, sickness may come, weariness will kick in, and the excitement will wane. Endurance is needed to finish this challenge successfully! This reminds me of Hebrews 10:36 it says, “For you have need of endurance, so that when you have done the will of God you may receive what is promised.” Whether it be this physical 100-mile challenge or the spiritual race of life, we have need of endurance to make it to the finish line and receive the prize! My prayer for each of you this week is that the Lord would grow in you both physical and spiritual endurance. Let’s conquer week 3 of the 2025 Spring100!! ๐๐ผ๐ฏ
Spring100 Weekly Meditation
Need of Endurance
Hebrews 10:36 || Week 2
“For you have need of endurance, so that when you have done the will of God you may receive what is promised.” Hebrews 10:36
“The New Testament makes it clear that, for the Christian, developing endurance is essential. It tells us โthe way is hard that leads to lifeโ (Matthew 7:14), and fiery trials most certainly will befall us (1 Peter 4:12). Therefore, it says, โyou have need of enduranceโ (Hebrews 10:36) because โby your endurance you will gain your livesโ (Luke 21:19). God promises to us the โeternal weight of gloryโ of knowing and being known by Christ (2 Corinthians 4:17; Philippians 3:8). But the promise has a crucial condition: our endurance.
When our heavenly Father determines to give us the gift of endurance, it is one of the most precious, loving gifts we can receive from him. But how is endurance gained? You may know the answer: pain. Thereโs no way around it. We attain every form of increased stamina only by the discipline of forcing ourselves (or being forced) to push beyond our current limits and persevere through an arduous, sometimes agonizing, experience of discomfort.
So, what package should we expect Godโs loving gift of endurance to arrive in? One that โseems painful rather than pleasantโ (Hebrews 12:11): a season of discipline…
God Treating You as Sons: Godโs children in every age need this reminder. Thatโs why the author pointed his Hebrew readers back to an ancient proverb they all knew, and said, โHave you forgotten the exhortation that addresses you as sons?โ
My son, do not regard lightly the discipline of the Lord,
nor be weary when reproved by him.
For the Lord disciplines the one he loves,
and chastises every son whom he receives. (Hebrews 12:5โ6; Proverbs 3:11โ12)
Years ago, when the Spirit directed me to Hebrews 12 during a confusing, disorienting, howling spiritual storm, it completely changed my perspective of my affliction.
- โThe Lord disciplines the one he lovesโ (Hebrews 12:6). This is an expression of Godโs love for me.
- โGod is treating you as sonsโ (Hebrews 12:7). I really am his child.
- โHe disciplines us for our good, that we may share his holinessโ (Hebrews 12:10). There is a long-term, sanctifying, satisfying purpose to this agonizing experience.
This exhortation didnโt immediately quiet my internal storm; it didnโt alleviate all my anguish. But as I began to understand my suffering as the endurance-building discipline of my loving Father, I was able to โrejoice in [my] sufferings, knowing that suffering produces enduranceโ (Romans 5:3). The God of hope filled me with joy and peace in believing the promise in this exhortation (Romans 15:13). And that hope fueled my resolve to endure.” Jon Bloom || Desiring God
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QUESTION: I am seeing so many different weather conditions as I sort through photos! From snow to sunshine and rainy days. What has the weather been like for your week 2 of walking/running? COMMENT NOW!
Donโt forget! These posts are made possible by YOU!! Your photo submissions and comments make these posts extremely fun and my job of putting them together super easy. Thank you! So with that being said, donโt leave without commenting, and remember to send in your Spring100 walking/running photos for a chance to be featured in next weekโs post. Thank you!

“Enjoying a sisters-in-law walk with our little buddy past a local blueberry farm.” Hannah F.


“Taking a stroll with these little ladies!” Kelly M.

“Enjoyed a walk with my sisters this week!” Rebecca S.


“Getting in our three miles!” Bethany C.– “Crabtree Falls with Womenโs Alliance!” Brooke L. ๐๐ป

“Got in a couple miles at Mary’s Peak in Oregon (it was warm and sunny, but there was still snow at the top)!” Kelsey G. ๐


“Starting the challenge from Canada in subzero temperatures and flurries. But with parka and snowshoes Iโm hoping to finish strong ๐” Karla K. — “Out smelling the roses on my 13 miles to 100.” Melissa S.

“Beautiful day for walking together near Utah Lake.” Sharon K. ๐ธ


“Becca, Katie and Lucy enjoying an evening walk at the park!” Lucy W.๐๐ป๐ฏ

“We are so happy to be logging Spring 100 miles again! Thank you, Rachel, for inspiring and encouraging us every year!” Mary Jo H. ๐๐ผโโ๏ธ My pleasure!!


Mary kate G. and Megan B. checking in for week 2 of the 2025 Spring100!!๐๐ป

“Enjoying a cold walk with my daughter at Spring Waters” Bernie B.


“My husband and I hiked Mount Verstrovia in Sitka, Alaska!” Abigayle S. — “Enjoying some sunshine and wind on the hills of PA” Jena M.

“Walk with my mom!!” Andrew G. ๐๐ผ


“We got this!” Ann K. — Karen A. checking in as she grabs her Spring100 miles!! ๐ฏ๐๐ป

Such a fun Spring100 Hike for week 2 of the Spring100! Photo submitted by Linda R.๐๐ผ


“A senior lifetime hiker who loves being outdoors in all seasons.” Connie P. — “Still snow but here I go!!” Josh.LR. โ๏ธ๐

“Bailey and I out for a wet walk!” Joanna W.


“Enjoying a breezy, Sunday afternoon walk! James already finished his 100 miles!!” The Reeds๐๐ป๐ฏ๐ฅณ Congratulations, James!!

“Mother daughter walk ๐” Paula H.


Michelle T. enjoying gorgeous views for week 2 of the 2025 Spring100!! — “Baby and I getting our walk in while dropping some marketing materials off at my husbandโs school!” Rachael M

“Hiking while Geocaching on a lovely spring day! We found 10 different geocaches on our adventure!” Melissa A.


“A wet and dubious walk under ice-covered, branch-dropping trees, but the lake view was worth it!” Emily G.

“My friend and I went on a little nature hike at a park! It was so fun!” Elizabeth C.


“Walking to the scenery of my favorite clouds!๐” Miranda R. — “Enjoying sister time on a beautiful spring walk!!๐ท” Esther M.

“I’m excited to be walking the Spring100 for the first time! Thank you Rachel for hosting this challenge! ๐ฅฐ ” Beth


“We kicked off our Spring100 this year with some very memorable walks around Yellowstone, Mount Rushmore, and the Badlands! One highlight was encountering bighorn sheep!” The Mathews Family

“A beautiful walk in the fog with my sisters!” Temiah T.


“Out walking!” Alicia L. — “My walking buddy” Ruthie F.

“We chose to walk to the library today instead of drive! Yay for Spring!” Wendy H


“Samuel and Sadie!” — “โ๏ธโ๏ธ” Sara F.


“A sibling walk (including our niece)! โค๏ธ” Arlene P. — “Getting some miles in the Blue Ridge mountains!” Jack F.

“Walking in beautiful Romania ๐” Shosh P


“This is my 3rd year, my walking is done at home in Pa and with my daughter and grandchildren in W Va. Always a blessing to enjoy outdoors.” Lynn H. — “Walking with friends!” Madison O.

“Fun fellowship with church fam!” Marshall B.


“Walking amongst the cherry blossoms” Maninder G. — “Walking in the rain but rained out! Finishing my miles inside on the treadmill this week to stay dry!โ๏ธ” Micah S.

“Walking with my daughter! ๐” Heather M.


“Almost 19wks pregnant with my 5th and staying active with this baby best I can. Currently training to run a 5k at 28wks after taking a year off from running.” Heather L. — “Spring??? Or maybe not quite yet. ๐” Kristen S.

“It’s great doing this challenge with my sisters!!” Johanna W.


“Getting my miles in even in the rain this week!๐โ๏ธ๐ฏ” Grace Silvey — “Hit 50 miles for the Spring100 today at a track meet!” Jonathan

“Winter is still fighting for survival here in MN. I went on a windy, cold 3 mile walk in freezing rain and my soaked jacket was started to freeze!! ๐ฅถ๐คฃ A fun adventure!! ๐” Elsie H.


“Got in a lovely 5k run today” Emilie M. — “I think my dog is loving Spring๐ฏ even more than me!” Miranda E.

“Enjoying a Sunday afternoon walk with the family! ๐ ” Nadia A.


“A wonderful sunny and windy walk together yesterday afternoon!” Daniel and Sarah D

“Rain or shine, cold or heat, as long as I have electricity, I have no excuse.๐” Stephanie C.


“A damp but lovely Spring100 walk. โบ๏ธ” Ruth D. — “I’ve been walking to these beautiful gardens just a couple miles away from my house and painting – so lovely!” Ellie

“We are excited to do this challenge as a family! Thank you so much for putting it together!” Jeanne T.


“Enjoying our Spring 100 walk in the beautiful weather in Fairhope, AL. ๐ป The Lord’s world is marvelous and points to Him as our mighty Creator!” — Matthew and Caitlin Nicaud — “Went on a walk while I was waiting in the field!” Hudson B

“Walk with some of the family!” Camden D.


“Paused in my walk to watch some of Godโs little creatures busy at work!!” Anna S. — “Enjoyed the crisp spring air and the sunrise at the same time!! I love the quietness of the mornings!” Deanna P.

“Views like this are worth the effort! Almost 5 miles in today! โค๏ธ” Autumn L.


“Nathan has been enjoying making shadows as he walks. This is his rocket. He says when he runs his legs make the flames!” Esther S. — “Me and several of my little blessingsโฆ” Julie S.

“Fun walking with friends!” Mary S.


“Beautiful day for a jog” Micaiah B. — “Beautiful day at Wind Wolves Nature Preserve to get some miles!” Stephanie I.

“Itโs a cold and windy day but we are determined, so here we go! We found a trail thatโs more sheltered from the winds and walked, walked, walked!” Mary R, Annie P and our kiddos


“Hit a late night 10 miles with the boiz” Luker — “My walking buddy!! ๐ฅฐ” Kathy R.

“Enjoying the evening with my husband and our little boy, walking along the creek! 2.31 miles!” Elisabeth D.


“Finished the spring 100 today with a 20 mile long run” Matthew G. — “I just heard about this challenge by someone on my Bible Memory Goal community. I signed up this morning and shared the link for others to join!” Kevin E.


“Out for a walk with my little bro” Courage B. — “Spring 100 here we come, ๐” Deniece Z.

“Spring has sprung in Oregon!” Bethany and baby Vicki ๐


“A windy spring day in northern Mexico walking along the border wall. Blessings.” Aaron G. — “Gorgeous day to walk on the Outlet Trail, Penn Yan, NY.” Amber Beachy

“Getting some miles in at the end of the day.” Amanda S.


“Sister walk and talk!” Chloe S. — “My siblings and I had a blast participating in a very wet and muddy five mile trail race this weekend!” Rachel H.

“Bumped into some fellow spring๐ฏers (aka, the sibs๐)” Hannah T.


“Took a walk in the woods among the marshes this weekend.” Sarah M. — “Walking with my daughter on this beautiful spring day!!!” Sheryl B.

“Hiking among the beautiful bluebells at St. Francois State Park here in Missouri!” Gillian S.


“Kickerillo-Mischer Preserve with these sweet friends!” Karen W. — “Walking and talking with a sister is the best combination! :D” Michelle F.

“We’re excited to participate as a family this year!” Elisabeth M.


“Auggie and me braving a beautiful windy evening.” Sunny F. — “Took a 4 mile hike up the mountain with my boyfriend today. Enjoyed the view ๐๐” Laura M.

“Walking with my siblings & Dad on a beautiful (but a little cold & windy) day this week!” Victoria F.



Ruth and I enjoyed a Spring100 mile while exploring the Dallas Botanical Gardens for week 2!! SO many gorgeous flower in bloom this time of year. ๐ธ๐ THANK YOU everyone for making these posts so vibrant and interactive. Keep up the great work!!๐๐ป
Therefore we also, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith, who for the joy that was set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God.
HEB 12:1-2