Ring of Fire

DATE: 2023-09-21
AO: Tower
Q: Aaron Slutsky – Arby’s
PAX: Aaron Slutsky – Arby’s, Ashley Hightower – Doughboy, Biscuits (comz), Katniss, Patti Mayo, Nimon Badgley (Doc), Reading Rainbow, Sinkhole FNGs: None
COUNT: 8
INTRO: Calling this workout the Ring of Fire. I am over whelmed at work, so I didn’t have time to make a playlist. Just sing Ring of Fire in your head.

WARMUP
Run in Hildebran 2.5 ish miles
SSHx14
Storm Troopers x13
Forward Arm Circles x 12
Reverse Arm Cirlces x 10
Overhead claps x 12
Humpies x9
Good Mornings x 5 oyo

THE THANG:
Station 1: By the Gym and Blocks
Rounds 1, 2, 3
Curls x 20
Overhead press x 20
Rows x 20

Station 2: By the Stairs to the Road
Rounds 1, 2, 3
Tricep Dips x 20
Squats x 20
LBC x 20

Station 3: By the Auditorium
Rounds 1, 2, 3
Merkins x 20
Lunges x 20

Station 4: At the Keyhole (Flag)
Rounds 1, 2, 3
Step Ups x 20
Decline Merkins x10
Calf Raises x 20
RBC x 20

Round 4 was 5 Burpees at each station

WOD
Meekness isn’t Weakness

“Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.”
Matthew 5:5 NIV

The English word “meek” comes from the Greek word “praeis.” It means gentle, humble, or submissive; modest, mild, or unpretentious. In fact, when Paul describes the “fruits of the Spirit” (traits developed in His people by His Spirit), the words “meekness” and “gentleness” are often used interchangeably.

But, let’s be clear: If such descriptions paint a frail and feeble picture in your mind, you can be certain that meekness isn’t weakness.

Meekness is strength under control. It’s power submitted to God’s authority.

Now, if “meek” isn’t a word that you’d use to currently describe yourself, that’s okay. Jesus wasn’t speaking to those who had it all together—and He isn’t expecting a perfect version of us, either. Instead, He’s extending a blessing on who His people were (and are) becoming.

God is continually developing these beatitude traits inside of His followers. He’s refining, sanctifying, and transforming us to be more and more like Him.

In Scripture, Jesus Himself is called “meek.” But as you probably know, He was far from passive, apathetic, or a pushover. Instead of relying on His own power—like summoning legions of angels to avoid hanging on that cross—He leaned into God’s strength and restrained His limitless power.

Jesus’ upside-down kingdom will be packed with those who harness their strength for God’s glory and who humble themselves at His feet.