DOWN TIME STEVEN W. HUDSON

 
 

With the exception of a few areas in the U.S., you will probably have a month or two of down time in the winter. Now Arkansas is not so bad and most years riding is possible all year round. However, this year has been the exception, we have had a lot of ice, and snow that I not only dislike riding on, I also consider it extremely foolish.

So what do you do with that down time? I use this time for planning, and yearly/routine maintenance. I like to change the plugs, oil and filter, tighten all the bolts and screws, check the tire wear and replace as necessary. I also use this time to make improvements to the bike or add accessories that require some down time.

Last but not least, we plan our rides for the coming year, in doing this we pick destinations, rallies, and events we want to visit. Then we get the maps and literature on these places, states, and events so we can plan our route and stops along the way.

In this life, we should prepare and plan for the next life. What do you believe there is after this life? Have you prepared and planned for this journey, have you done what is necessary for this journey?

I believe there are only two options for the afterlife. John 3:36 tells us, "He that believeth on the Son hath everlasting life: and he that believeth not the Son shall not see life; but the wrath of God abideth on him." There is eternal life and eternal death. To receive eternal life we are told in, "John 5:24 Verily, verily, I say unto you, He that heareth my (Jesus') word, and believeth on him that sent me, hath everlasting life, and shall not come into condemnation; but is passed from death unto life. John 17:3 And this is eternal life, that they know you the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent."

What do you think? Have you made the proper preparations? What road will you take to eternity death and the Lake of Fire expressway or the scenic Highway to Heaven?

 
 

Till the next stop,

Steven W. Hudson

 
 

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For a list of rides and events we have planned see our web site at: www.highway5baptistchurch.com and click on the Heaven Bound Bikers Page or calendar. Everyone is welcome to ride with us!