Hello All you beautiful people! Today is the big day! The ride starts at 1PM and I'm getting ready as we speak. I made it up here last night and I am stoked. I'm feeling nervous and humbled by this thing I'm gonna attempt to do. Riding my bike for 24 hours Please pray for no lightening storms and no wind for us riders as the valley we are riding in can get incredibly windy. The at- risk teens that I am riding for, the scholarship money I'm raising for them will allow them access to Christian Encounter Ranch where they get to experience true Christ Centered community, and meet Christ our Savior. Today will be difficult for me...but a glad sacrifice for these children in need of love , nurture and healing. Praise God for you all for your donations and pledges and Praise GOD I can do this!
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So proud of you AND so glad we get to encourage each other is this glad sacrifice. We love you, Mom & Mike
Valerie: I love this! glad sacrifice! thank you so much! I'm so excited to ride with you
I’m praying for and cheering you on from afar—so proud of you and your hard work toward this goal. Love you! 🤗💕
Valerie: thank you so much!!!!💕💕💕 love you
We love you 💕
Valerie: I love you guys. this means so much! 💕
Excited for you stepping into the Agony challenge.
Hi Valerie! We Re praying for you before during and after your ride! With tremendous love!
Valerie: thank you so much! this is amazing
Dearest Valerie, when Dwight was about 5 he quoted a Bible verse this way… ‘I can do all things through Christ, who scraped his knee.” You can and will be all Christ needs you to be if you rely on him. It’s when we take our eyes off him that we (I) stumble. I want you to hit your 200mi goal, but even if you don’t I will still send my entire pledge. Just do your best, and He’s got the rest. https://music.amazon.com/albums/B0017F9LOS?do=play&trackAsin=B0017F5UHU&ts=1752462385&ref=dm_sh_CWA6sDJapNjRdTwhz7kOjaaTG Love you so much, SHEP
Valerie: I love this Shep, thank you so much for your words of encouragement and the pledge and the song. I'm gonna listen right now
Praying for you, Valerie! You got this!! Love, Mike, Megan, Bethany, Caroline and Henry
Valerie: oh my goodness thank you! 💕💕💕 love you all
I love you friend! I’m so proud of you!!
I’ll be praying for a safe ride. Have fun and ride safely 😊
We are rooting for you and praying for you sister!! I’m so proud of you!!!
Isaiah 40:31 "But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount with wings as eagles; they shall run and not be weary; and they shall walk and not be faint." God is with you today... for this job right now and He will give you the strength to go as far as you can! Go get em Valerie!!!
You got this!!!
Go Valerie go! We love you!
Duh, the last update was at 7:00 so you’re obviously done by now and you rode the course within endurance! Can’t wait to hear all about it!
You’ve almost fished the course set before you! We’re so proud of you Valerina! Can’t wait to hear all about it! We love you immensely!
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. -Hebrews 12:1-2 ♡♡♡ Praying for strength and endurance in these final hours - you're almost done!
You're almost there, Valerie! This is amazing! You're amazing! Keep up the good work!
Wow! Valerie, over 156 mi so far. For someone who has difficulty driving in a car for 156 mi I have so much admiration and respect for what you have accomplished so far, trusting in god, keeping your eyes set on the prize, and confident that God will sustain and support you through the whole journey With tremendous love Dad
SISTER!! You’re amazing!!! Keep going!!!! GO GO GO!! Woo hoo!!!!
Isaiah 41:10 NASB1995 [10] Do not fear, for I am with you; Do not anxiously look about you, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, surely I will help you, Surely I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.’ I'm praying for you Valerie I pray that his mighty hand will hold you up during these last 90 minutes as you strive towards the goal you have set. I pray that he will comfort your physical body, and strengthen your mind, to give you resolve and tenacity consistent with his will for your life!
Isaiah 41:10 NASB1995 [10] Do not fear, for I am with you; Do not anxiously look about you, for I am your God. I will strengthen you, surely I will help you, Surely I will uphold you with My righteous right hand.’ I'm praying for you Valerie I pray that his mighty hand will hold you up during these last 90 minutes as you strive towards the goal you have set. I pray that he will comfort your physical body, and strengthen your mind, to give you resolve and tenacity consistent with his will for your life!
Gooo Valerie!!!!
We prayed for you when the kids got up this morning! Jackie figured out why Murphy is always so happy and excited: why do dogs 🐶 always have a great attitude? Because they’re always paws-itive 😁🤪😘 love you!!!
156!!!!!I am inspired by your strength and drive! God be the glory! Amen!!!
🎶 “Cause the bikers gonna bike, bike, bike, bike, bike…” 🎶 And you? You just rode for 24 hours straight like a faith-fueled Swiftie on wheels! Yeah, your legs are noodles, your glutes are on strike, and your soul is 90% Gatorade… But when the soreness hits? You just gotta pray it off, praise it off… SHAKE IT OFF! 🙌🚴♂️🍑✨ Jesus sees you. And so does your chiropractor.
Good morning beautiful girl… you are almost there!
Wow Valerie! Seeing your progress is inspiring. Your ride is making a difference! Galatians 6:9 says to keep doing good and don’t give up—your effort is planting seeds for something amazing. Keep it up!
Before a word is on my tongue you, Lord, know it completely. You hem me in behind and before, and you lay your hand upon me. Such knowledge is too wonderful for me, too lofty for me to attain. Where can I go from your Spirit? Where can I flee from your presence? If I go up to the heavens, you are there; if I make my bed in the depths, you are there. If I rise on the wings of the dawn, if I settle on the far side of the sea, even there your hand will guide me, your right hand will hold me fast. Psalm 139: 4-10
Good morning sweet valerie! With a hundred and twenty miles behind you, and with cool air and the Sun rising I just pray for encouragement and for inspiration for you. 2 Corinthians 4:16 [16] Therefore we do not lose heart, but though our outer man is decaying, yet our inner man is being renewed day by day. [17] For momentary, light affliction is producing for us an eternal weight of glory far beyond all comparison, [18] while we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen; for the things which are seen are temporal, but the things which are not seen are eternal. For the rest of your ride, set your mind on those things which are not seen! "When one does what they have never done before, relying up on skills that they have yet to cultivate, for the purpose of bringing Glory to God and furthering His Kingdom, that one brings faith to pursue the prize" This morning may the Lord bless you, may the Lord keep you, may the Lord make his face to shine upon you as you pedal the remaining miles Love you tremendous! Dad
Good morning sweet valerie! With a hundred and twenty miles behind you, and with cool air and the Sun rising I just pray for encouragement and for inspiration for you. 2 Corinthians 4:16 [16] Therefore we do not lose heart, but though our outer man is decaying, yet our inner man is being renewed day by day. [17] For momentary, light affliction is producing for us an eternal weight of glory far beyond all comparison, [18] while we look not at the things which are seen, but at the things which are not seen; for the things which are seen are temporal, but the things which are not seen are eternal. For the rest of your ride, set your mind on those things which are not seen! "When one does what they have never done before, relying up on skills that they have yet to cultivate, for the purpose of bringing Glory to God and furthering His Kingdom, that one brings faith to pursue the prize" This morning may the Lord bless you, may the Lord keep you, may the Lord make his face to shine upon you as you pedal the remaining miles Love you tremendous! Dad
We can't believe how far you gotten! Your strength and endurance are amazing! We are so proud of you and we've been following your progress and cheering you on and praying for you! Stay strong in the Lord and he will give you his strength to finish the morning! Maelan says: I love you and I can't wait to have lunch with you. We've been praying for you!
We are so proud of you baby!!! You are doing amazing! Keep it up!
Aria is so in awe of you! She says “Wow! I’m so proud of you!”
Wow Valerie!!! You’re doing amazing!!! God is your strength! Over 100 miles! I’m so amazed by you!!! ❤️
"The sun comes up, it's a new day dawning, it's time to sing your song again. Whatever may pass and whatever lies before me. Let me be singing when the evening comes." You're doing great, Valerie!
You are killing it Valerie! You got this cause He’s got you! “If I take the wings of the dawn, If I dwell in the remotest part of the sea, Even there Your hand will lead me, And Your right hand will lay hold of me.” Psalms 139:9-10
$6,000 raised of your goal 🙌 that’s amazing ❤️ you’ve got this! So inspired by you 🥰 Psalm 16:8 I have set the Lord always before me; because he is at my right hand, I shall not be shaken.
You’re so courageous, dear one. Mighty God, show yourself to my girl. He is able. I love you! Mom
Woohoo! Another 12 miles in the books ❤️💪🙌 Joshua 1:9 Be strong and courageous; do not be frightened or dismayed, for the Lord your God is with you wherever you go.
Praying for you ❤️ I’ve ridden a few miles at a time and have been surprised at how sore I am the next day, so I am especially praying for you that He will protect you from pain and help you channel any pain into endurance and motivation 💪 Over 100 miles done!! That’s amazing 🙌 Deuteronomy 33:27 The eternal God is your refuge, and underneath are the everlasting arms.
Yoi kept going! So impressed! See you soon!!
... those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength; They shall mount up with wings like eagles, They shall run and not be weary, They shall walk and not faint. - Isaiah 40:31 Praying that you feel God supernaturally sustain you and renew your strength ♡
This is one of my favorite poems since I was a teenager ❤️ it’s by a lady named Annie flint and has always been a beautiful reminder to me of the ability we have to lean on Him when our strength gives out…you’re halfway there!!!🙌: “He giveth more grace when the burdens grow greater,/ He sendeth more strength when the labors increase;/ To added afflictions He addeth His mercy,/ To multiplied trials, His multiplied peace/ When we have exhausted our store of endurance,/ When our strength has failed ere the day is half done,/ When we reach the end of our hoarded resources,/ Our Father’s full giving is only begun./ Fear not that thy need shall exceed His provision,/ Our God ever yearns His resources to share;/ Lean hard on the arm everlasting, availing—/ The Father both thee and thy load will upbear./ His love has no limits, His grace has no measure,/ His power no boundary known unto men;/ For, out of His infinite riches in Jesus,/ He giveth, and giveth, and giveth again./
Hi Valerie! You're ride reminds me of this verse from Hebrews 12, "Therefore, since we are surrounded by so great a cloud of witnesses, let us also lay aside every weight, and sin which clings so closely, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, 2#looking to Jesus, the founder and perfecter of our faith, who for the joy that was set before him endured the cross, despising the shame, and is seated at the right hand of the throne of God." Look to Jesus, friend!
I love that God is referred to as our strength 💪 so many times in the Bible… Isaiah 12:2 “Behold, God is my salvation; I will trust, and will not be afraid. For the Lord God is my strength and my song, and He has become my salvation.” ❤️
Exodus 15:2a The Lord is my strength and my song; he has given me victory. As you push through these hours in the night, lean on His strength because He is there to sustain you ❤️ His love and presence and power is there for you!
Okay! You're rocking this! You can do this, Valerie! I'm so impressed with you!
Push on Valerie! You got this! Praying
84 miles!!! I’m exhausted just reading this 😂 I am going to bed Get some rest , some pasta , and kick butt girl!!😘MA
You've got this! You're doing great! I'm still praying for your body and spirit as you keep riding! You're doing great!
Always remember…….. I can do all things through a verse taken out of context! 😁🙏
Hi sweet girl I'm praying for you and you Mom..in Jesus name that He will take you nerve pain and your saddle sores away so God will will be glorified in your sacrificial efforts, you are enduring pain and suffering on behalf of the students at CEM. YOURS is also a temporary suffering.. Hebrews 12:1 NASB1995 [1] Therefore, since we have so great a cloud of witnesses surrounding us, let us also lay aside every encumbrance and the sin which so easily entangles us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us, Hebrews 12:2 NASB1995 [2] fixing our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of faith, who for the joy set before Him endured the cross, despising the shame, and has sat down at the right hand of the throne of God. Your testimony is already bearing fruit beginning with me and reaching everyone who calls upon His name who knows now, and those who will reap what you have sown with no one to thank but God himself Big tremendous love Dad
Go sister! I’m praying for you and rooting for you!!
You go girl 🥰🥰🥰🥰 God is with you every step of this journey. I’m so proud of you and in admiration of the work He’s doing 💪 Romans 5:3–5 But we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; perseverance, character; and character, hope. And hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us.
Remember that time we came to Capitola with you and Jesse Sams the kids and played Pedro? That was awesome! You’re doing grreeeat!😁❤️🙏
I am so proud of the work you are doing! The pouring out of yourself for others, the sacrifice of time and being away from family! Praying the Lord continues His healing work in and through you as you rode! I love you!!
You've got this Valerie! Your strength and dedication for these kids is inspiring! Keep pedaling, you are making a difference! Big Hugs!
Wow!!! Look at you go! 🫶🏽 Andrew says “you can do it” (nacho libre voice)
Exodus 15:2a The Lord is my strength and my song; he has given me victory. 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌
You’re almost there!!!!! 💪💪💪💪🙌🙌🙌 checkpoint #winning
I'm praying for you, Valerie! Keep pedaling! I can't wait to hear all the different emotions you're experiencing through this ride of agony.
You’ve got this!!!!! You’re doing amazing 🥰 the kids are so impressed ❤️ From Jackie: you’re doing well and you’re doing great; just keep moving…God is with you !!! From Will: stay strong!! Jesus loves you!! Oh, taste and see that the LORD is good! Blessed is the man who takes refuge in Him! -psalm 34:8
Hey girl, Did you hear about the restaurant on the moon? Great food,,,,,, no atmosphere. Ba, dom bom! Keep up the heavenly work!❤️
He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak. Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall; 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 40:29-31 God has already given you all you need to accomplish this, and He will bring it out of you. You have all you need! Strength, endurance, and faith. You’re an overcomer! You can do this and all things through Christ!
Hi my sweet Val, What an incredible privilege to get to partner with our Savior to reach kids that so desperately need Him! I am so very proud of you! Bike the Agony with endurance fixing your eyes in Jesus the author and perfect of your faith! Praying for you! Love you tons!
keep up all your hard work Val! You got this!
Wow! You’re doing amazing!!! Thinking of you non stop! Love you! Praying for you and rooting for you!!!
Just making an effort to do this ride is enough how many miles and how much money is secondary love you
You're doing great, friend! Keep up the hard work! Keep pedalling toward your goal and God will be your strength!
Wow sister!! I’m praying for you and just saw you already hit 24miles (at least) WOW!! I love you!! He is your strength! Go sister Go!!!
Praying for physical and mental strength for you as you ride Valerie
Go, Valerie! I am praying for you so frequently as you ride! You can do this!
HI VALERIE!! WOW! This is such an amazing thing that you’re doing. We are all in awe and so proud of you! YOU’VE GOT THIS! God is with you❤️❤️
You’re going to do amazing!! You have God right by your side through it all! He’s going to get you through this! Praying for strength and calm weather! Love you!!!!
We love you so much! You are amazing! Maelan says make sure you stay safe on the ride, don't get hurt, and I love you! Merry Jo says love you too
Hey girl, you’ve got this. No matter how little or how much you have trained, God is with you. Your baby is watching you and cheering you on in Heaven! your cheer leaders here on earth are the ones that are cheering the loudest down here and love you so much! Love you 🩷🩷🩷
We are with you every mile We love you You go girl!
the pain you feel today will be the strength you feel tomorrow. You are amazing!
When your legs get tired, ride with your heart!
Go Val go!! You’re doing great! Stronger with every mile!
Be strong and courageous! Do not be afraid, do not be discouraged, for the Lord YOUR God will be with you wherever you go. I’m so proud of you friend! You've got this!