Spring100 Featured Photographer: Shayna C.

Week 3 of this 13-week challenge has been accomplished! This Spring100 is filled to the brim with enthusiastic walkers/runners! Each photo and comment received has MADE MY DAY. Thank you! As I meditate on our Theme Word ENDURANCE for 2025, I was reminded last week that endurance is cultivated by being pushed beyond our current limits and persevering through an arduous, sometimes agonizing, experience of discomfort. Romans 5:3 tells us we can GLORY in this suffering, knowing it will produce endurance, character, and the end product HOPE. And hope does not put us to shame! As we enter week 4, I pray that whatever each of you may face this week, you will be given the strength to glory in it, knowing it will produce in you enduring hope! “We should not expect an easy path in the Christian life, but we should expect the grace to endure every hardship.” . Have fun with week 4 of the 2025 Spring100!!

Spring100 Weekly Meditation
We Rejoice

Romans 5:1-5 || Week 3

“Therefore, since we have been justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. Through him we have also obtained access by faith into this grace in which we stand, and we rejoice in hope of the glory of God.  Not only that, but we rejoice in our sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance, and endurance produces character, and character produces hope,  and hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit who has been given to us.”
Romans 5:1-5

And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: The tribulations of the saints are many and various, through the hatred of the world, the temptations of Satan, their own corruptions; and are the will of their heavenly Father; what Christ has foretold, and they expect; and here particularly design such as are for Christ’s sake, which being supported under, and carried through, they glory in: not that these are desirable in themselves, and to the flesh; but they glory in them as they are for Christ’s sake, and in a good cause; as they are trials of grace, and of use for the exercise of it: and as they are in the exercise of grace, amidst these tribulations, and are comforted under them, and are helped to have regard to the heavenly glory. The ground of which glorying is, that these afflictions are the means of promoting patience, experience, and hope:

knowing this, that tribulation worketh patience: patience is a grace, of which God is the author; it is one of the fruits of the Spirit; the word of God is the means of its being first implanted; and afflictions are the means of promoting it, when they are sanctified; otherwise they produce impatience, murmurings, and repinings; there is great need of patience under them; and, by divine grace, they are the matter and occasion of exercising, and so of increasing it.

And patience experience: As tribulations tend to exercise and increase patience, so patience being exercised and increased, enlarges the saints’ stock and fund of experience; of the love and grace of God communicated to them at such seasons; of his faithfulness in fulfilling his promises; of his power in supporting them; and of their own frailty and weakness; and so are taught humility, thankfulness, and resignation to the will of God:

and experience, hope: hope is a gift of God’s grace, and is implanted in regeneration, but abounds, increases, and becomes more strong and lively by experience of the love, grace, mercy, power, and faithfulness of God.

And hope maketh not ashamed: As a vain hope does, things not answering to expectation, it deceives, and is lost; but the grace of hope is of such a nature, as that it never fails deceives, or disappoints: it neither makes ashamed, nor have persons that have any reason to be ashamed of it; neither of the grace itself, which is a good one; nor of the ground and foundation of it, the person and righteousness of Christ; nor of the object of it, eternal glory- John Gill’s Exposition of the Bible

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QUESTION: Besides walking 100 miles for the Spring100 Challenge, do you have any other Spring Goals you’re hoping to achieve? Leave a comment and let me know! COMMENT NOW!

Don’t 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! With hundreds of photos sent in weekly, my goal is to feature 50-75 photos in each 100MileMonday post. So, if your photo wasn’t selected, keep on snapping and submitting your Spring100 walking pictures for a chance to be featured!

“Taking a walk with my son Elias after the ice storm in Northern Wisconsin.” Jenny B.

“Kevin & Ruth C. enjoyed a quick walk among the beautiful azaleas & other flowers + flowering trees in East Texas!”

“Walking the new rail trail with my siblings!!” Maria S.

“The three mile hike to see Delicate Arch was so worth it! ” The Kroppies — “Strolling through the cherry blossoms” Deniece Z.

“Love walking with my children. Sometimes it takes more time to get out the door than to get our mile, but hey, we have fun! ” Charity B.

“Walk with my sisters!” Elizabeth — “Had an amazing early morning walk today! So thrilled to be part of Spring 100 2025!!” Olivia C.

“Hooper + Derby meet up in Texas, enjoying the gorgeous weather with a walk! ” Lydia D.

Kristin J checking in for week 3 of the 2025 Spring100. What a gorgeous Spring100 Walk! — “Amazing sunset featured in my walk a few days ago! ” Royal A.

“Beautiful walk/hike on sunday on my Trip to Scotland with my Mom! It was amazing!” Noemi V.

“Spring has sprung in East Texas and we enjoyed a beautiful sunset Monday night as we got in some more Spring 100 miles!” Sara C.

“Sunrise hike to get some miles in!” Betty L.

“Went for an evening walk with my dog and got some really cool pictures!!” Caleb S. — “Hiking by the lake! :)” Doris B

Katelyn W. and crew checking in for week 3!!

“Enjoyed a nice walk.” Victoria F. — “Took a long walk then decided to sprawl out on the grass” Faith B.

“Soaking up the spring sunshine here in CO!” Julie Z. — “Beautiful morning for a walk here in Pennsylvania!” Pamela W.

“Went on a walk with Autumn. ” Haven K.

“Taking a break at the park while walking with my sister Anna! ” Beth — “Finally able to get some miles in outside after a week of cold and snow!” Heather L.

“Spending time with my sweet nieces!” Elizabeth F.

“3k and half mile race! We had a great time! ” Elizabeth F.

“A walk on my daughter’s third birthday!” Kassidy N.

“Wilson and Fuhrmann girls enjoying an evening walk!” Lucy W.

“Snowy walk” Andrew G. — “Enjoying sister time on a beautiful Spring 100 walk!” Jena, Laura & Rosey McNaughton

“Enjoying a fun spring walk with friends!” The Schmechels

“At Point Pelle !” Anna L. — “Hike with a friend perfect therapy @ Women’s Alliance Hermiston Oregon.” Cindy

“….one of our favorite family traditions now.. admiring all the springing buds of the season together while widdling away our 100 miles. Blessings from the Plocharczyk Family.”

“This week felt like summer in TN! The dogwoods are blooming and we had 85° for a couple days! It was beautiful for getting out and adding on the miles! ♥️ we are loving Spring100!” Lauren K. — “We Alexanders were grateful to capture one more Spring100 walk with our dear friend, Kimia B, before she returned home to CO!” Darlene A.

“10 inches of snow today!” Matthew G. — “Beautiful evening for a walk in NCK Kansas!” Ruth S.

“Noelle, Nicole and Scott Schafer.”

“Woods miles one after the other while counting blessings on this warm albeit cloudy spring day!” Caroline M. — “More than 1/3 of the way there! The weather in Michigan is finally starting to get more enjoyable to run in. ” David J.

“Our top walker ended up with a badly cut foot, but at the rate it’s healing, she’ll soon be on the go again! Todays walk was extra adventurous, after having probably 10” of rain in the past 2 days.” LouAnn G.

“Getting our miles in rain or shine!” Emily D. — “Me and my brother went on a walk. We had fun!” Keely

“Having fun trying to take our picture before it started raining! We barely made it!” The Reeds

“Puddles make walks so much more exciting!” The Hoversons — “A walk in the park in the Fraser Valley, BC, Canada” Janet T.

“Taking a break from homework and walking around campus ” Hannah P.

“Enjoying putting in miles as much as being in the end of pregnancy allows! My son loves these walks!” Rebecca E. — “Logging some beautiful miles are always better with a buddy!” Sarah M.

“Saw a pair of pileated woodpeckers on our walk this afternoon!” Ruth E.

“A walk through the woods and redbud blossoms.” Sabrina C. — “Some fun miles together.” Sarah O.

“Stopped to take a hike in Louisiana during our first sibling road trip!” Sierra R.

“Out for a walk with my son!” Sarah D. — “Hittin’ the miles in the mud today! (Yep, dogs just love cameras)” Jay S.

“Walking in Lowe’s due to the rainy weather.” Patrick N.

“I enjoyed an evening walk with my sisters!” Susanna A. — “Our family was able to stop and walk at this neat place, Galien River County Park, in Michigan on our way home from a wedding! :)” Bronwyn & Aliyah H

“Lauren and her mom Lisa enjoying getting some miles in together!” Lisa W. — “Fun yet slippery walk at hoggs fall” Suzy S.

“A rain boots and puddles kind of walk.” Salome P.

“Afternoon walk through the pasture.” Hudson B. —“Getting my daily walk in with my 2 granddaughters and we had to stop and watch the sheep grazing in the pasture.” Susan S.

“Spring 100 walks make for great family time!” Elisabeth M.

“Sibling walks in beautiful, windy Kansas! “ Maleiah, Colton and Sierra B

“I have really enjoyed walking with my siblings and being able to see all of the beautiful spring scenery that God has created!”

Texas weather has been an adventure for week 3! I’ve been bundling up, dodging puddles, and grabbing miles in between thunder storms this past week. Looking forward to drying sunny days but thankful for the much-needed rain. I hope week 4 is a blessing in special ways for each of you!! ENJOY your walking/running and keep up the fabulous work.

 “Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink; nor yet for your body, what ye shall put on. Is not the life more than meat, and the body than raiment? Behold the fowls of the air: for they sow not, neither do they reap, nor gather into barns; yet your heavenly Father feedeth them. Are ye not much better than they? Which of you by taking thought can add one cubit unto his stature?” Matthew 6:25-27

Spring100 Featured Photographer: Kelly M

Fun Stats from week 2:

58,152.23 miles walked to date for the 2025 Spring100
3 Participants have already completed their 100 Mile goal. CONGRATULATIONS!!

Here we are, 11 days into the challenge! Everyone is energized and going strong. GOOD JOB!! Keep up the motivation. For those just now joining, you have plenty of time to catch up and get on track! 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!!

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 “the way is hard that leads to life” (Matthew 7:14), and fiery trials most certainly will befall us (1 Peter 4:12). Therefore, it says, “you have need of endurance” (Hebrews 10:36) because “by your endurance you will gain your lives” (Luke 21:19). God promises to us the “eternal weight of glory” 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. There’s 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 God’s loving gift of endurance to arrive in? One that “seems painful rather than pleasant” (Hebrews 12:11): a season of discipline…

God Treating You as Sons: God’s children in every age need this reminder. That’s why the author pointed his Hebrew readers back to an ancient proverb they all knew, and said, “Have you forgotten the exhortation that addresses you as sons?”

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 12:5–6; Proverbs 3:11–12)

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.

• “The Lord disciplines the one he loves” (Hebrews 12:6). This is an expression of God’s love for me.
• “God is treating you as sons” (Hebrews 12:7). I really am his child.
• “He disciplines us for our good, that we may share his holiness” (Hebrews 12:10). There is a long-term, sanctifying, satisfying purpose to this agonizing experience.

This exhortation didn’t immediately quiet my internal storm; it didn’t 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 “rejoice in [my] sufferings, knowing that suffering produces endurance” (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!

Don’t 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, don’t leave without commenting, and remember to send in your Spring100 walking/running photos for a chance to be featured in next week’s 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 Women’s Alliance!” Brooke L.

“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.

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

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

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

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

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

“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.

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

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

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

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

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

“Mother daughter walk ” 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 husband’s 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!” Miranda R. — “Enjoying sister time on a beautiful spring walk!!” Esther M.

“I’m excited to be walking the Spring100 for the first time! Thank you Rachel for hosting this challenge! ” 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!” — “” Sara F.

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

“Walking in beautiful Romania ” 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!” Micah S.

“Walking with my daughter! ” 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. ” Kristen S.

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

“Getting my miles in even in the rain this week!” 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!! A fun adventure!! ” Elsie H.

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

“Enjoying a Sunday afternoon walk with the family! ” 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.” Stephanie C.

“A damp but lovely Spring100 walk. ” 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. 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 God’s 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! ” 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 blessings…” 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.

“It’s a cold and windy day but we are determined, so here we go! We found a trail that’s 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!! ” 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, ” Deniece Z.

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

“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 springers (aka, the sibs)” 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 ” 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. THANK YOU everyone for making these posts so vibrant and interactive. Keep up the great work!!

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

Reminder: There is still time to join the challenge! The 2025 Spring100 registration closes on April 8th. Be sure to tell friends and family to sign up and start walking/running. They don’t want to miss the fun! CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Spring100 Featured Photographer: Rebekah L.

Here we are!! The first 100MileMonday post of the year. Praise the Lord!! What a wonderful group we have. Well over 6,000 walkers are registered for this 2025 Spring100, and so many more are still signing up to join the challenge! I am so grateful to the Lord for another Spring season to walk across the miles with you all. It is my hope and prayer that this year’s challenge physically and spiritually encourages you as you set your eyes on Jesus Christ, The Author and Finisher of our Faith, and run the race of life with ENDURANCE. Endurance is our theme word for 2025! We are commanded to patiently endure trials and hardships for Christ’s glory and our sanctification. Our Christian life will be a constant theme of endurance. We can only run with endurance if we set our eyes on the One who has triumphantly run the race before us. “Jesus has endured the suffering and shame which were due to us. O soul, thou canst never start on the road to heaven unless thou dost look to Him who “endured the cross” on thy behalf!”(C.H. Spurgeon). So, are you ready to run with endurance? Let’s set our eyes on the Prize and do this!

ENDURANCE: A bearing or suffering; a continuing under pain or distress without resistance, or without sinking or yielding to the pressure; sufferance; patience. (Webster 1829)

Spring100 Meditation
Eyes always fixed on Christ

Hebrews 12:1-2 || Week 1

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

We can have no doubt about the great truths which we believe, for we are compassed about with a cloud of witnesses. The former chapter gives us the names of many of these glorious bearers of testimony, who all by faith achieved great wonders and so bore witness to the truth of God. Having therefore no room for doubt let us throw our whole strength into our high calling, and run with patience having our eyes always fixed upon Him, the beginner and finisher of our faith, who has run the race himself and won the prize, and now sits down on the right hand of the throne of God.- C.H. Spurgeon

a believer should be always looking to Christ, and off of every object, as the word here used signifies. Christ is to be looked unto as “Jesus”, a Saviour, who being appointed and sent by God to be a Saviour, came, and is become the Author of eternal salvation; and to Him only should we look for it: He is able and willing to save; He is a suitable, complete, and only Saviour; and whoever look to Him by faith shall be saved; and He is to be considered, and looked unto, as “the author and finisher of faith”: He is the author or efficient cause of it; all men are by nature without it; it is not in the power of man to believe of himself; it is a work of omnipotence; it is an instance of the exceeding greatness of the power of God; and it is the operation of Christ, by his Spirit; and the increase of it is from Him, ( Luke 17:5 ) and He is the finisher of it; He gives himself, and the blessings of His grace, to His people, to maintain and strengthen it; He prays for it, that it fail not; He carries on the work of faith, and will perform it with power; and brings to, and gives that which is the end of it, eternal life, or the salvation of the soul.-John Gill

But since the Saviour I have known
My rules are all reduced to one;
To keep my Lord, by faith, in view,
This strength supplies and motives too.

I see him lead a suff’ring life,
Patient, amidst reproach and strife;
And from his pattern courage take
To bear, and suffer, for his sake.
John Newton

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QUESTION: Let’s warm up the comment section and get to know each other!! Please leave a comment letting us know how many years you’ve walked the Spring100 and what state/country you’re walking in. COMMENT NOW!

These posts are made possible by YOU!! Your photo submissions and comments make these posts extremely fun, and my job of putting them together easy. Thank you! If your photo was not included in this week’s post, keep on submitting new photos. As the weeks go on, I will be working on getting everyone featured!!

“Ready set go, Spring 100! We are so excited about spring finally arriving. We had a blizzard yesterday! Let’s say goodbye to snow and hello to sunshine!” Darleen W.

“Get the party started with some beautiful azaleas!!” Grace C.

“Our first walk for Spring100! We joined with a “veteran” Sping100 walker and went to a nice trail in our local town. Our children ran circles around us and definitely logged more miles than the moms, but we all had fun!” Esther F.

“First day of Spring100!!! So excited for this year!” Rachel C. — “We are walking on the first day of the Spring !!! Thankful for this challenge! Thankful for a friend that comes along side you to share praises and encouragement in the Lord!!” Rebecca D. and Amanda L.

“Thiessen sisters, sister-in-law, nieces, and nephew out in the spring sun!” Temiah T.

“Beautiful afternoon to walk with the family!” Ruth E. — “Day two of this challenge. 4 miles this evening” Thomas M.

“Eleven Crandalls out for a 2 mile walk.” Hillary C.

“First Spring 100 mile! Doesn’t exactly look or feel like spring yet here in Kansas but we’re excited!” Abigail S.

Ruth, Emmi, and Lydia are joining for their 8th Spring100 challenge!

“Janna and Ruthie Cook starting out Spring100” — “Went on my first four mile hike with my dog for spring 100!! Even saw some deer!!” Luke S.

“We’re excited for another year of Spring100!” Halbach family

“It’s slushing this morning!” Aletheianna B.

“So excited for our first Spring 100 walk!!” Elisabeth M.

“Cold & windy!” Ann F. — “100 miles here we go!!!” Diana S.

“It was a chilly first walk, but we are so excited to be participating in Spring 100 this year!!” Anna H.

Tanya W. and crew + Val M. jumping into the 2025 Spring100 Challenge! SO excited to have you.

Ramkowsky crew here for a fabulous Spring100 Season!! Welcome!

“Celebrating Lydia’s birthday with our first long walk on Day 2!” Bethany and Lydia Willcock Happy Birthday, Lydia!! — Carletta and crew popping in as they begin Spring100!!

Joanna W. and her fury friend joining us for Spring100 week 1!!

Janna T. checking in for week 1 of the 2025 Spring100!! — “This is such a fun and healthy thing to do with my 8 kids! It’s already turned into a competition to see who can get their 100 miles done first! ♥️” Lauren K.

“We begin this Spring100 Challenge for the glory of God by loving him with our hearts, our minds, and our bodies! Hebrews 12:1–2!” Jennifer C.

“This is Michael’s (our dear 4 year-old Down Syndrome boy’s) first official Spring 100 walk on his own 2 feet! And on World Down Syndrome Day (March 21st) at that! I don’t know how far he’ll make it, but we’ll try!” Julie F. Welcome to the challenge, Michael!!

“All smiles for our first Spring100 walk of the year! ” The Silvey Ladies

“It was a gorgeous day!! 69° with full sun! I walked 3.03 miles and earned a badge on Garmin Connect.” Diane C.

“So fun to have my little cheerleaders join me for a 5-mile race this weekend!” Delie H.

“Day 1 – Sedona, AZ!” Charlene B. — “First day of spring and first walk of the Spring 100 challenge with my crew! So excited to crush 100 miles together! Philippians 4:13” Crystal S.

“Went with my brother and our friends, and hiked at McKinney Falls State Park in Austin, Texas! It was beautiful scenery and weather!” Elizabeth C.

“Dave and Millie Hooper enjoying the first day of spring!” — Korina S. checking in for week 1 of the 2025 Spring100!!

“Getting some miles in while visiting Mt. Rushmore on National Down Syndrome day!!!” Lucia S.

“Maya, the dog, gets to participate in Spring100 too!” Lady Liz — “The earlier the better.” Judy B.

Moriah W. saying hello as she starts conquering her miles!!

Love all the sweet smiling faces from the tiny Spring100ers this week!!

“Quick evening walk with my lil bro ” Alayeet M.

“Running beneath the mighty oaks of the forest” Anthony L. — “Sunday hike as a family ” Cynthia R.

Such a fabulous group Spring100 walking photo submitted by Charity H.!! So good to have you part of the challenge. ♥️

“Beautiful day out walking on the first day of Spring 100!” Anna W. — “Had to stop in the middle of my walk, to visit the goats!” Sheri G.

“We are thankful to be a part of this Spring 100 walk for our first time!” Susan C.

“Fun, long hike at trail of ten falls today” Karina W. — “Taking advantage of these gorgeous temperatures to get in some walking & memorizing!” Sierra R.

“Hiking in the pasture with my brothers! So very thankful to be walking another Spring100! “…but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.” Isaiah 40 ” Maleiah Bartel

“Started off with a bang! 3 miles in the mountains! Our foster kids joined us last March and we bonded over the walks last year, gave us something to accomplish together. Excited to build new memories together this year!” Katie C.

“Exploring Twin Falls with the 2025 Appalachian Bible College RA’s! I’m so thankful to have spent the year serving as an RA with these amazing men and women!” Macy Carpenter

So happy to have the Severs family checking in for week 1!! Brrr… looks cold.

“Sunday afternoon walks are more fun with friends” Michelle H.

“First walk of Spring100! Such a nice brisk night!” Aleksia A. — Ann K. and family checking in as they grab their miles for Spring100 week 1!!

“Such a lovely hike with a friend in South Carolina!” Andrea T.

“Trinity Trails to kick this off!” Karen W.

“At a children’s home in the Philippines ” Stacy P.

Love this Spring100 Week 1 photo from Annie B. and Bethany S. off to a great start this Spring100 Season!

“We are loving participating in Spring100 again, and our three youngest kids are part of it for the first time this year! We love the friends feature and are having fun racing each other and our friends! It’s a fun motivator.” The Reeds

Saying hellow to Ginger and Callie Atkins! — “Walking on the path in our woods.” Denice M.

“My favorite way to start off Spring 100….a walk with my sister!! ” Elsie S.

“Enjoying our first walk for the 2025 Spring100!” The Schmechel Family

“Sunday afternoon family walk in the beautiful weather! ” Gillian S.

YES!! Treadmills are allowed. Helen K. and Micah S. conquering week 1 via treadmill!

Such a great group Spring100 photo sent in by Jacob B.!!

“The first 2 miles are in the books!” Marina Z. — Melanie M. enjoyig her Spring100 walk with a friend for week 1!!♥️

“Enjoyed a couple miles at Wayside park with the family!” Madeline F.

Such a happy walking photo from Sarah S. — “Me and my sister by the creek in downtown Prattville!” Twila L.

“Enjoying God’s windy creation and got distracted from our mile building a fort with my kids:)” Sarah R.

“Thank God for this time together! ” Crystal A.

“Kicking off Spring100 with my mom and nieces!” Elizabeth F.

“Me & my sister Karalyn” Kaitlyn K. — Lorinda W. tackling miles for week 1 of the 2025 Spring100!

“Today was a beautiful warm day for a family walk/bike ride (my husband took the picture). ” Sarah B.

“Super excited for Spring 100!! Happy walking/running everyone!” Lydia Bill

“Getting in some miles with family and a friend!” John S.

“Snack on the go! Walking Spring 100 and eating grilled cheese! They go well together. ” Ott Family — “My sister and I got up at 5:00 this morning to start our day with a mile run. A crisp 28° start to Spring100!” Loyal F.

“Happy 1st day of Spring ! ” Rachel F.

Rachel O. braving a little snow as she kicks off her Spring100 walking!! – “Enjoying the sunset while walking in the woods! This is my first year participating in Spring100!” Anna

Caroline M. checking in for the first week of Spring100!! — “Nice sunset stroll” Courage B.

“Excited to start walking, even in the rain! ” Jacinda E.

“My Spring walking buddy!” Jennifer D. — “3.38 miles, 525ft of elevation, 14lb weight vest, 2 dogs and 4 4th graders.” Lauren S.

“Loving the spring weather.” Katelyn W.

“Enjoying a beautiful Sunday afternoon walk!” Abigail M. — “A rest after our walk!” Cindy L

“Walking with friends after work :)” Katherine V.

Jenny F. and Pearl grabbing a walking selfie as they grab their Spring100 miles!!

“Joy and Nathan enjoying a walk on a Saturday afternoon third day of spring” Nathan K.

“Day 2 finds our three year old eagerly “filling in his miles” like his siblings! ” The Shell family, Michigan — “Pouring rain on my lunch break!” Janet T.

“Evening walk with the sunset!” Evan V.

“Beautiful spring day!” Natalie D. — “Mother and son and pet dog Frodo hit the trail!” Tami S.

“Abigail and I on the Confederation Trail for our first day of Spring 100! A slight bit chilly, but PEI is milder than usual for March. (:” Hannah May S.

What a beautiful week it has been! So thankful for Spring to finally be here. Warmer evening Spring100 walks with Rebekah are my favorite! I pray each of you have a blessed week, filled to overflowering with God’s goodness. Have fun conquering week 2 of the 2025 Spring100!!

“Not unto us, O Lord, not unto us, but unto thy name give glory, for thy mercy, and for thy truth’s sake.”
Psalm 115:1

It’s the first day of Spring which means TODAY Spring100 officially begins!! Are you ready for this? It’s challenge time!

Start Walking + Logging Your Miles!

Spring100 has begun and you can now start walking and logging your Spring100 miles!! With the Spring100 Member’s Portal, you can daily submit the miles you walk or run for the Spring100! Log in, click the “Log Miles” tab, and enter the miles walked or run for the specific date.

Send In Your Photos!

Don’t forget to snap your Spring100 Starting Line Photo and send it in to be featured for our FIRST 100Mile Monday post, which is this coming Monday, March 24th! If you’re a Spring100 Veteran, this is your time to set the example and show the New Spring100ers how it’s done. You can easily upload your photos on the Member’s Portal. Click “Log Miles” tab and locate the “Send Photo in a Photo” button. Please Note: The Weekly photo submission deadline will be Sunday at 8pm (CST)!

STILL TIME TO REGISTER!

If you have yet to register, Registration for the 2025 Spring100 is open until April 8th! Now is the time to register and share this challenge. The more people who join this challenge, the more fun it will be!

I hope and pray this year’s challenge is a tremendous blessing to each of you. Walk safe and have fun… I’ll see you at the finish line!

What: 8th annual Spring100 [details below!]
When: STARTS March 20th- FINAL DAY June 20th, 2025!!
Why: for the glory of God and a good time of online fellowship with other Spring100 walkers/runners!!

The moment so many have been waiting for… 2025 SPRING100 registration is NOW OPEN!!

IT’S TIME TO SIGN UP for the 8th ANNUAL Spring100 Walking Challenge!! For those who are new to the Spring 100, this Challenge made up of a big but simple goal: to walk(or run!!) 100 miles from March 20th through June 20th(SPRING!) With just over 4,300 participants last year, I am incredibly excited to be back and host this invigorating, Christ-centered challenge once again and can’t wait to see you join the fun. This 100-mile goal breaks down to a simple 1.1 miles a day!! Very doable, don’t you think?

Please Note: If you already have a Sprign100 Member Account from last year, you are automatically registered to walk this year’s challenge! If this is you, feel free to LOG IN to your account, add family members, and/or make desired changes.

If you have yet to register, the Spring100 Member’s Portal is a safe and user-friendly place to log your miles, upload your photos, and keep up with friends walking this year’s challenge! REGISTER HERE

Leave a comment below with any questions, comments, or just to let me know you’re in this challenge with me!!

Why I host and hope you will join the Spring100 Challenge:

Along with the physical benefits that come with getting out and walking, the Spring100 Challenge is one that I hope will remind you that we are participants in a daily spiritual race. Hebrews 12 commands us to RUN WITH ENDURANCE the race that is set before us. The wonderful news?! This is a race in which we are never forsaken and we do not run in our own strength. As believers, born-again Christians, we run the ultimate race with a triumphant forerunner, Jesus Christ our Lord, and we run it by His grace and in His strength! This life is a race to be run with endurance and can be as we set our eyes on HIM! Hebrews 12:1-3

Where does the walk take place? Do we meet somewhere?

ANSWER: The walk takes place wherever you make it. Since we have entries from across the world, this is not a group walk where we meet at a specific location but an online community! Your treadmill, the local track, a park, beaches, mountains… The Spring100 challenge is wherever you make it!

INTERNATIONAL WALKERS WELCOME. We will ship shirts to finishers worldwide!!

For those who have participated in past years, you know how fun this Spring100 walking community is. Thousands of participants worldwide (USA, Mexico, Canada, Africa, France, Estonia, Turkey, Australia, Austria, Belgium, and… did I forget anyone??)! This year, I want to see YOU join the challenge. REGISTER HERE! Don’t forget, the more participants we get to join, the funner this group will be! So, please feel free to SHARE on Facebook + Instagram and tell all your family and friends to join! CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD THE SPRING100 Social Share Buttons!

Leave a comment below with any questions, comments, or just to let me know you’re in this challenge with me!

What’s happening 2025?

For those who did not join us for all the changes that took place last year, the mobile friendly SPRING100 Member’s Portal is back for 2025 and better than ever. A HUGE thank you to my good friend, Jalen Davenport for creating and maintanencing this interactive, easy-to-use portal! The Spring100 Portal is a safe spot for you to DAILY log and keep track of your miles. Click HERE to Sign Up and get access to your private Spring100 Portal!

100Mile Monday Posts! Every Monday (100mileMonday) I’ll be posting a weekly recap with photos of those participating (YOU) walking across the world. Wherever you walk that week: your driveway, on a treadmill, through the park, on an old country road, or the beach (we can dream, can’t we!? ;)) With a sibling, friend, grandmother, or by yourself… Snap a photo and upload to your Spring100 Member Portal.

For all the finishers!!

Each participant who completes the Spring 100 challenge will be have the opportunity to purchase a custom-designed Spring 100 T-shirt! Male, female, and youth versions of this shirt are available so encourage your entire family and all your friends to join! Purchasing the shirt is completely optional. Shirts are being offered at $12.00(usd)! You can still participate in the challenge and enjoy the Member’s Portal whether you choose to purchase a shirt at the end of your 100 miles or not! 2025 Shirt Colors:

Please note: Shirt colors may vary slightly depending on availability!

Join the fun & don’t forget to share the challenge with friends and family!

Click above images to download and share this year’s challenge on FACEBOOK and Instagram!

“Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience 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 is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.” Hebrews 12:1-2

Here we are, 2 months into 2025! The question I am being asked is, “Will there be a Spring100 Challenge this year?” The answer is YES(Lord willing)! We are hard at work preparing for another fabulous Spring100 Walking season! Registration will open the first week of March. BE READY!! I am looking forward to walking 100 miles with you this spring!

“Not unto us, O Lord, not unto us, but unto thy name give glory, for thy mercy, and for thy truth’s sake.”
Psalm 115:1

“Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord.” 1 Corinthians 15:58

How about a few photos from Spring100 finishers looking FABULOUS in their NEW Spring100 shirts?? This is the FINAL 2024 Spring100 post. Almost unbelievable but also such a huge milestone! Each photo was such a blessing to receive. Thank you for sending them in! I love seeing the Deep Green, pretty Megenta, and vibrant Blue Spring100 Shirts being worn by participants around the world! What a pleasure it has been to host the Spring100 this year and to walk alongside so many for the glory of God. I pray you enjoy those shirts for many wears to come!!

Question! If the Lord allows, who will be back next year for another Spring100 Challenge? Comment below and let me know!

“And God is able to make all grace abound toward you; that ye, always having all sufficiency in all things, may abound to every good work”
2 Corinthians 9:8

“Not unto us, O Lord, not unto us, but unto thy name give glory, for thy mercy, and for thy truth’s sake.”
Psalm 115:1

That’s right! If you ordered a 2024 Spring100 Shirt, it’s on its way. Approximately 800 Spring100 shirts have shipped and are making their way around the world! I am so humbled by God’s goodness throughout this entire event and extremely excited for YOU to receive your Spring100 T-shirt!

A HUGE round of applause goes to Jalen Davenport for traveling to Texas from the great state of North Carolina to digitally streamline the shipping process and help package shirts. Jalen’s work cut our shipping time down by over 60%… I will call him our Spring100 efficiency manager this year! As always, THANK YOU to my family who faithfully dedicated their time to package and ship off all of the Spring100 T-shirt orders!

I’m beyond thrilled to know these shirts will be worn by Spring100 finishers soon! It is my hope and prayer that they are enjoyed for many wears to come. Leave a comment below letting me know if you received your shirt!

Once you’ve started enjoying your Spring100 T-Shirt, SEND ME photos of yourself/family in their shirts! We will have a fun post with all the participants in their shirts later this summer! Photos@Spring100Challenge.com

“Now unto Him that is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think, according to the power that worketh in us, Unto Him be glory in the church by Christ Jesus throughout all ages, world without end. Amen.”
Ephesians 3:20-21

Spring100 Featured Photo: Peace Fuhrmann

284,559.91 miles walked by 4,327 Spring100 participants around the world with 1,784 making it the 100-mile goal!

“I will go in the strength of the Lord God: I will make mention of thy righteousness, even of thine only.” Psalm 71:16

Praise The Lord, here we are meeting at the finish line. What a fabulous challenge this has been!! Wow… I am both amazed and humbled at what the Lord has done through this 2024 Spring100. WHAT A JOY! Well done everyone!! For those who faithfully participated but could not meet the 100-mile goal, we are giving you a huge round of applause for your dedication and perseverance. REMEMBER, “bodily exercise profiteth little: but godliness is profitable unto all things, having promise of the life that now is, and of that which is to come.” This is just a physical challenge that is intended to encourage you in the spiritual race you are daily participating in. Run the race with endurance setting your eyes on Jesus Christ, the Author and FINISHER of our faith!! For those who made it 100+ miles, CONGRATULATIONS! A fun goal of 100+ miles was set, many obstacles were overcome, and by the grace of God YOU MADE IT! Reminder, you can now order your 2024 Spring100 T-shirt. ORDER HERE! As we wrap up the 2024 Spring100 challenge, I am praying for all of you. May you leave this challenge encouraged, strengthened, and renewed in the Lord! It is my prayer that you would “grow in grace, and in the knowledge of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. To him be glory both now and for ever. Amen.” He is always faithful!

Until we meet again… in Christ’s unfailing Love,
Rachel – Psalm 147:11

QUESTION: will you be back for next year’s challenge(Lord willing)?? Let me know in the comment box below!

A huge thank you to:
Jalen Davenport for countless hours spent creating and maintaining the Spring100 Member’s Portal.
Each gentleman who donated his time to write the 2024 Spring100 Weekly Devotionals
Our Spring100 2024 Sponsors
YOU! For your faithful participation and encouragement.

REMINDER: If you reached your 100-mile goal you have until June 28th to order your Spring100 Shirt. ORDER HERE!

Are you ready for the 2024 FINISH LINE Photos?? Let’s GO!

“Crossing the 100 mile mark after a 3-mile evening walk!” Bethany & Rachel F.

“Praise the Lord, Becca and I crossed the 100 mile line! This challenge has been such a blessing to do again this year! Thanks everyone!” Lucy W. ♥️ WAY TO GO!

“A beautiful Sunday morning was a lovely time to take a walk, and for these two (Spencer-11 and Spring-9) to finish their miles for Spring100! ”

“I made it! Just in the nick of time, but I got to the finish line. ” Sarah H. — “After a diagnosis of breast cancer in Jan. My Dr shared a study that documented walking was beneficial to chemo treatments and showed better outcomes. I was so excited to get the email the 100 was back! I cant say it was easy, if I couldnt walk, I doubled up when I could. I walked slow on a tread mill but I loved seeing all the pics of walkers, smiles and testimonials in US and around the world! Thank you for this challenge and your special verses, encouraging words and devotions! To God be the glory I DID 100! Bless you Rachel and the gang!” Stephanie B. Praise the Lord. Praying for you, Stephanie!!

“We have enjoyed the variety of Spring 100 colors. Thanks for the encouragement to accomplish a big goal as a family. The baby even logged a few miles!” Lori C. LOVE THIS!!

“Finished my first ever Spring 100 Challenge! To God be the Glory! Im looking forward to next year! ” Hannah R. — “We got to celebrate Fathers Day together as a family and it was the perfect time for us to capture this picture. We did it!! 100 miles each. It was such a good challenge for us and got us outside and moving everyday. We are so blessed to have a daddy that loves and serves his family so deeply. He gives and gives of himself every single day. He is a real blessing as a father and as a husband; and sooo loved.” Mary R.

“Excited to have made it past the finish line!! Its been EGGcellent! Thanks for doing this, weve had some great family time!♥” The Hicks Family

“Finished my 100 miles! So grateful for these sweet siblings who I walked most of my miles with!” Naomi S. — “Noelle reached 200, and I reached over 300- happy summer everyone!” Nicole S.

“Walking together on the last day of Spring 100!” Herbel Family

“It took walking over 31 miles over the last two days, but I made it!!!” Faith G. — Emmi passed the finish line just in time. WAY TO GO!!

“Finished my last mile of spring 100 on an evening walk with my dear friend, Lanae!!!” Chelsea C.

Lydia enjoying a final Spring100 walk with sweet friend in Virginia!! — “We all passed the finish line ahead of schedule!! So fun! We took a walk along the river to get a last mile!” Baker Family

“We so enjoyed participating in the Spring100 challenge again this year! We are looking forward to getting our shirts!” The Reeds

“I finished!” Olivia T. WELL DONE!!!!!!

“We enjoyed a lovely Daddy’s Day walk! Sooo thankful for our Daddy!! His hard work, constant encouragement and support in our endeavors, and especially his heart to lead his family in God’s ways are such a special blessing to us all! Love you, Daddy!” The B Family

“Today I met the finish line! This is my first year doing the challenge, and I loved it! Such a treasure to spend so much time outside; soaking up the Lords marvelous creation!<3” Chlo B. — “This walking challenge was such a joy to do. So thankful for a sister a church who introduced us to this challenge. Bodily training is of value. God gave us these temples to steward well. Let us all be good stewards over what the Lord has given us. The kingdom of God is at hand Repent and believe in the gospel. Looking forward to continuing this walking challenge . Its now apart of our daily living.” Des E. AMEN!

“My 80 year old dad and I finally got to walk together for the first time this spring, since we live in different states. He’s got almost 700 miles logged! You read that right–he’s walked an average of 7 miles a day! I literally can’t keep up with him!” Carla E. WOW!!!!!!! Way to go!!!

Charlene B. crossing the 100-mile finish line!! — “Though not all of our family finished, we all enjoyed the time spent walking together very much. So grateful for this challenge! Thank you Rachel and team for all your time and work that you put into making this possible!” Lehman sisters Praise the Lord! SO thankful to have you all join the challenge!!

“Hey, Rachel! I was just thinking how crazy it is how much has happened since I walked my first Spring100 in 2019. Thanks a lot for doing this for so many years. It’s cool to see other familiar faces each year, too.” Elisabeth SJ ♥️ My pleasure!! What a joy!!

“Finished my last mile on Wednesday!!!” Esther M. CONGRATULATIONS!

Davenport Family checking in for the final week of Spring100!! So good to have you all part of the challenge.

“Finished with a walk to the Dairy Queen for celebratory ice cream!” April B. — “We finished a few weeks ago and always forgot to send a picture in so we finally got it done. Chyanne, Weston, and Nakita finished spring 100! It was a lot of fun getting to participate this year!” Chyanne WAY TO GO!!

“One final Spring100 walk as siblings to finish out the season! It has been a lot of fun to participate together as a family!” Arlen P.

“A bittersweet last walk for Spring100 – sad that the challenge is over, but thankful for another year to participate in this wonderful challenge and for reaching our goals! ” Amanda S. — “Fun walk down to the creek with friends!” Beth B.

“Hannah and I enjoyed Spring 100 this year and were so happy to be able to walk 100+ miles together! One of our favorite parts was birdwatching and seeing a wide variety of species. Congratulations to everyone who got in those miles this spring!” Bethany G.

“My sweet husband walked with me during my last 1 1/2 miles in the rain Thursday night. ♥” Rachel B. — “Walking our last miles for the Spring ! My walking Bestie is the bestest!!! It’s a blessing sharing our joys and concerns with each other while doing this challenge. Encouraging one another and praying for each other. Thankful for my dear Sister in Christ!!” Rebecca and Amanda

“Hannah and Emma S. grabbing one final Spring 100 picture!!! Thank you, Rachel, for all the work you put into this challenge!! We had so much fun participating!!!!! Great job everyone!!!” SUCH a joy to have you two part of the challenge. PRAISE THE LORD!

“Second year doing Spring100. First year to finish!!! ” Lena from Texas Way to go, Lena!! — “Thanks to all who faithfully participated. It made it so much more fun to join others in the challenge.” Kent and Sherri S.

“Celebrating my Mom reaching 200 miles for Spring100!” Kaitlyn R.

“Walking our last miles!” Maris — “Walking with my sister on the last day of Spring100! She walked with me almost every day of the last week and helped keep me motivated. Lots of good conversations too! Crossed the 100 mile mark about 9:20 that evening ” John S. WAY TO GO!!!!!!!

“Ended our miles with Golden wheat and a Golden sunset of Kansas! Farewell, till next time, yall!” Rachel W.

“Celebrated the end of Spring100 with a walk to buy eggs from the neighbors!” Bethany M. — “It was a lot of work and took a lot of motivation, but I finished! So happy!” Joy K. Way to go!

“Friends and sisters finished strong 100 miles (and more) before the heat of summer hit.” Angela C. WELL DONE!!!

“…What a wonderful, encouraging, just over-all strengthening addition to this past Spring. It flew by, and I am amazed we are breeching Summer now! It was sure amazing to see everyones faces and snapshots of so many brothers and sisters on their walks/runs:), the encouragements and beauty of just experiencing this as a Body, truly. Thank you, Rachel and Spring100 team:), for everything you guys have done to make this possible!” Anne E. — “We took one final spring walk along the shores of Lake Superior near Split Rock Lighthouse!” Erika M.

“Final miles and a stunning sunset to help Daddy finish just in time! ”

“Getting in one last mile ” Gideon M. — “100 miles complete!!” Rachel S. CONGRATULATIONS

“Were delighted to have been a part of Spring100 this year! With this challenge complete were now onto our next adventure with welcoming our baby girl into the world in about two weeks!
♥” Carter & Hannah Moody — “When my friend Susie told me about Spring100, we knew I couldn’t join. I had broken my knee a month and a half earlier and was still on crutches. The doctor gave permission shortly after to learn to walk again and begin physiotherapy, and I was amazed at how much more quickly I began to recover than I would have imagined. I joined Spring100, and imagine how 100 miles of walking combined with physio exercises helped regain strength and mobility! On June 19, about 1300 miles apart in distance, my friend and I finished our 100-mile goal together! Thank you for providing this challenge, and praise God for healing and strength!” Karissa H Praise the LORD!

“The Flournoy family finished strong this year with more walkers than ever. It was fun to watch siblings help and encourage each other (and their mom on her first 100!) Looking forward to next year!”

“Victory hike at the gorgeous Breaks Interstate Park (KY/VA) for the Moores!! Also a late Fathers Day outing with dadthankful for this man!” Moore Family

“Excited to reach finish Spring100 this year. Thanks for putting it on Rachel!” Delila F. YAY!! Well done!! My pleasure.

“These miles climbing part way up Dirty Face Mountain were probably some of the hardest, but they were a ton of fun and brought us to an incredible view. I am thankful for the time we spent exploring God’s creation with my amazing roommate while she was visiting!” Macy C. — “Yay, my first Spring 100 accomplished!” Teresa B. Way to go!

“The Nasby Family from MB finished 600 miles total on the last day of Spring!” Amber N. GREAT WORK!!!

“Sheri’s last two 100+ miles for 2024!! Fun Spring100!” Sheridan C. — “Finished my 100th mile in beautiful Iceland!” Kelsey G. CONGRATULATIONS!

“We had fun walking at the river with our puppy! ” Madison B.

“Thanking the LORD for His blessing of life, good health and the wonderful creation!” Deb from TN and Deb from AL

“I really enjoyed this challenge! Thanks for giving me the motivation to take walks! ” Lisa F. — “Crossed the finish line just in time” Hannah G. WAY TO GO!!!

“I made it to 100 miles, and 3 days to spare! (: It took a little longer than usual, but the Lord blessed me with beautiful weather this last week in PEI.” Hannah YAY!!!!! Congratulations!

“Finally Made it to the end!” — “By Gods Grace, I made it to the finish line. As I walked my last stretch this week, I was reminded of my favorite Bible verse, Philippians 6:1:Being confident of this very thing, that He which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ.” He is SO faithful and SO true to His Word that He has made us a promise He will complete what He has begun in us. Praise Him! ♥” WELL DONE!!!

“Enjoying a lovely golden evening walk with my sister, both of us very much enjoyed participating and finishing the Spring , and look for to taking part in next years!” Olivia C. So happy to have you!!

Way to go W. family for finishing Spring100 strong!!

“Getting in the last few miles!” Akrissa D

Linda O. checking in as she crosses the Spring100 Finish line!! — “Finishing my one hundred miles at Lake Lansing Park North.” Sarah P. . WELL DONE!

“We enjoyed the Spring 100 this year! Thank you for putting it on! Split Rock Lighthouse on the shore of Lake Superior in northern Minnesota was a beautiful location for a walk yesterday!” Gabriel C

“This was such a fun challenge ! I thought we might not be able to finish it but with a little determination we got those last miles in – just in time !” Dorothy G. GOOD JOB!– “We had a nice little walk in Telluride, CO!” Elisabeth M.

“We finished our Spring100 challenge by walking around the entire perimeter of Mackinac Island! So many sweet memories were had!” The greater Derby Family

“Finished Spring 100!!” Makayla F. — “Made it to 100 miles on the last day of spring! It has been a crazy busy spring for me, so has been a bit of a challenge, but I finally made it! ” Daniel F WAY TO GO!

“200 miles!” Rosalyn B.

“I made it to 100! There is nothing like a windy and foggy day to go for a walk in the woods! ” Sophie H. — “Finished up Spring 100 on the streets of Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea!” Stacy H.

“Just finished my last 2 miles over here in Kuwait” Timothy S. Good job!

I was so very blessed to spend my final few days of the 2024 Spring100 hiking moutains and walking gorgeous farm roads with my dear friends in Virginia! Thank you Fuhrmann family for walking my final Spring100 miles with me. Hosting this year’s challenge was such a tremendous joy and I thank the Lord for the good work He has done through it!! Can’t wait to see you next challenge.

“Wherefore seeing we also are compassed about with so great a cloud of witnesses, let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which doth so easily beset us, and let us run with patience 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 is set down at the right hand of the throne of God.”
Hebrews 12:1-2

PLEASE READ:

Here we are! Just 3 more days left in this 2024 Spring100 Challenge. This is what you need to know:

The final day to grab Spring100 miles is Thursday, June 20th, 11:59 pm!

There will be 1 more 100MileMonday post next week(June 24th!) For this post, we will share all the fun “finish-line” photos. I would love for this to be the MOST exciting post yet! With that being said, even if you’ve met your 100-mile goal would you grab one final 2024 Spring100 walk/run and snap a selfie to be shared? I would love to see photos from as many participants as possible in this final post!

The Deadline for ordering your 2024 Spring100 Shirt is Friday, June 28th! Your order must be placed on or before this date. CLICK HERE for shirt ordering details!

Spring100 Featured Photographer: Clara H.

Spring100 Devotional

With Victories Come Temptation – So Guard Your Heart!

Mr Wesley Strackbein || FINAL 2024 Devotional – Week 13

When we achieve long-fought for milestones in life, it’s a time to gratefully rejoice. Yet it’s also a time to guard our hearts from evil.

With victories come great temptations to sin, with pride being the chief offender. Big accomplishments tend to puff us up. Whether we voice it outwardly or not, our hearts are prone to arrogantly think, “Look at what I’ve done!”

Dear friends, all that we have—including every earthly victory—is a gift of God (James 1:17).

“And what do you have that you did not receive?” asked the Apostle Paul, “Now if you did indeed receive it, why do you boast as if you had not received it?” (1 Cor. 4:7).

Despite this obvious truth, history is littered with the legacies of men who were empowered by God to achieve great feats, only to crash and burn when they responded with senseless pride.

Take King Uzziah, for example. Reading the record of Judah’s kings, we learn:

And God helped [Uzziah] against the Philistines, and against the Arabians that dwelt in Gurbaal, and the Mehunims. . . . And his name spread far abroad; for he was marvellously helped, till he was strong. But when he was strong, his heart was lifted up to his destruction: for he transgressed against the LORD his God, and went into the temple of the LORD to burn incense upon the altar of incense.” (2 Chron. 26:7, 15b-16)

After God made him strong, Uzziah flaunted authority that did not belong to him by acting the part of a priest. God’s response was swift, as he smote the king with leprosy, bringing his reign to an abrupt end(2 Chron. 26:20-22).

Complacency is another great temptation we must guard against, following earthly success.

David famously slew Goliath of Gath to defend God’s honor (1 Sam. 17:32-58), among many other exploits. But then he grew complacent. “[A]t the time when kings go out to battle . . . David remained at Jerusalem” (2 Sam. 11:1). In his dallying, he committed adultery with Bathsheba and then spiraled into more heinous sin which God sorely judged (2 Sam. 11-12).

When victories come, we must not rest on our laurels, as David did, invoking God’s wrath. Nor should we take pride in them, as was Uzziah’s foolish downfall.

Instead, we must humbly acknowledge to God that “all things come from You, and of Your own we have given You” (1 Chron. 29:14)—even as we continue to “press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus” (Phil. 3:14).

We must “lay aside . . . the sin which so easily ensnares us” and finish strong (Heb. 12:2).

Rather than faltering after a notable milestone, may our witness be that of Paul’s:

I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. Finally, there is laid up for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous Judge, will give to me on that Day, and not to me only but also to all who have loved His appearing (2 Tim. 4:7-8).

QUESTION! Did you find this challenge easier or harder than expected? What were some hurdles you had to overcome or are overcoming to complete your 100 miles?

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“The Mathews family has all passed 100 miles! Two of us grabbed the last miles on a special (and humid!) Fathers Day walk! Weve enjoyed walking many miles together once again this spring!” CONGRATULATIONS!!!

“I finished my 100 this morning with my Dad on Fathers Day!” KT Coy ♥️ WAY TO GO!!!

“We had a lovely Fathers Day hike up our mountain with grandparents! So thankful for loving fathers!!” Baker Family — “Me and my son Jonathan on Fathers Day evening!” Thomas G.

“We were not able to be with either of our dads in person today (video calls are a blessing!), but to walk side by side with the father of my kiddos, through all of the delights and challenges of parenthood, is a gift beyond words! How I love this amazing guy! We did a slow mile tonight, hobbling a bit, after he conquered over 7 miles yesterday in hopes of finishing on time. ” Kathryn S.

“So thankful for our dad! The gift of a father is truly something wonderful!
Blessed is the man that trusteth in the LORD, and whose hope the LORD is. For he shall be as a tree planted by the waters, and that spreadeth out her roots by the river, and shall not see when heat cometh, but her leaf shall be green; and shall not be careful in the year of drought, neither shall cease from yielding fruit. Jeremiah 17:7-8″ Hicks Family ♥️

“My aunt and sister helped me cross the finish line! ” Amanda S. CONGRATULATIONS!!

“Emmett has completed his 100 miles! Possibly the first horse to do the Spring100 Challenge. We shaped a yummy 100 to celebrate crossing the finish line!” Elizabeth W. WELL DONE! — Emmi grabbing week 13 miles with her dad!!

“This is my first year walking 200 miles for Spring100! My family agreed to walk an extra lap with me so I could make it to 200. It was a beautiful night to walk and enjoy the sunset!” Macy C. WAY TO GO!!!\

“Yay got our 100 miles! ” L. Stutzman family — “Got my last mile in the airport with my amazing nephew. miles down!” Susanna Z. CONGRATULATIONS!!!!!!

“Abigail has completed Spring 100!” SO EXCITING!!! Way to go!!

“Praise the Lord, 100 miles! Oh rejoice in the Lord- He makes no mistakes! He knoweth the end Of each path that I take!” Naomi P. Well done, Naoimi!! Amen.

“Finished my 100 miles! I walked the last one with my moral support team on video call!” Anna W. YAY!! Way to go!!!!!

“Enjoyed a walk with visiting relatives! Awesome views!” Rachel W.

“I didnt think Id actually make it, but with the Lords help, I hit 100 miles right before I leave for camp.” Lilly W. Great job, Lilly!!!

“Anniversary hike!!!” Kelly M. ♥️ Happy Anniversary!

“Going for a sunny evening walk with Jenna in our neighborhood” – Faith L.

“A beautiful evening walk. ” Halbach Family

“New York City is a great place to get a lot of miles in one day!” Sheryl H.

“I was able to finish Spring 100 in Mexico on a missions trip, throwing rocks off the runway and clearing mesquite trees from around the airstrip.” Arlen P. Way to go!! — “Finished my miles at one of my favorite places with one of my favorite people ” Josephine H. CONGRATULATIONS!!

“Passing the 100 mile mark on a walk with my sisters. :)” Alyssa P. ♥️ CONGRATULATIONS!!!

“Hiking The Ledges Trail with sisters and friends.” Sarah P.

“Grabbing some miles with my sweet husband and our baby to be born in September, in the fields of the east of France !” Marie & Samuel B Aw, congratulations on the new little blessing!!

“Reached 100 miles this week!! :)” Caroline F. WAY TO GO!!!!! — “Becca and I are a little behind but determined to finish!” Lucy W. YOU GOT THIS!!!!

“One of our favorite places to walk we Haab girls took a lovely walk to the bridge where my parents got engaged on their anniversary this week! ♥” Haab girls

“Today we walked 2 miles in support of Type 1 Diabetes. My daughter Ava was diagnosed almost 2 years ago.” Alison N.

“I walked my 100th mile earlier this week and then celebrated with my 8-year-old, Aiden, with slushy floats after he got to mile 100 yesterday. He also completed his 100 reading lessons book last week! The rest of the family will finish their miles next week!” Amber N. CONGRATULATIONS!!!

“5 year old Caroline standing on the 100 mile mark. She wanted to finish her last 3.84 miles in one shot.” Joyce M. ♥️ WAY TO GO!!!! — “Lydia and I crossed the 100 mile finish line while daddy played disc golf!” Kristin T. LOVE IT!! CONGRATULATIONS!

“Getting in some Minnesota miles!” Gabe & Sara C.

“A very excited 3-year-old who just walked his 100th mile (after 3 previous springs riding 300 miles in the stroller)! He cant wait to get his very own BLUE tshirt! ” CONGRATULATIONS!!! — “Extra miles with my brother, Levi, because sibling walks are the absolute best!! “Grace F.

“Finished even though I was behind!” Darrin Bartel WAY TO GO!!!!!!!!

“Theres nothing better than a Spring100 walk with two best friends!” Grace S. — “Walking my last two miles with my friend from Puerto Rico ” Phyllis C. WELL DONE!!!

“Eliana was excited to finish her 100 miles recently! And we enjoyed this beautiful rainbow tonight! Praise God for His beautiful creation.” Hannah R. SO WONDERFUL!!!!!!! Congratulations!!

“fun evening walk with sisters and girlfriends!!! ” Clara R.

“Trying to catch up.” — “Got a faithful dedicated little friend this Spring 100.” Kathryn

Grabbed a Father’s Day walk with my parents and siblings! So truly thankful to the Lord for my Dad! He is constantly pointing me and my siblings to the Lord, exalting God’s Word as the ultimate unfailing truth, and reminding his children and others to live a life well pleasing to The Lord. By God’s grace, he has laid down his life for his family and this has blessed me beyond words! Keep up the great work everyone! We are just a few short days away from the end of this 2024 Spring100. DON’T QUIT!!

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“Therefore, my beloved brethren, be ye stedfast, unmoveable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, forasmuch as ye know that your labour is not in vain in the Lord.” 1 Corinthians 15:58