Rich Dixon has an update.

FREEDOM TOUR CLASSIC was a huge success.

It’s curious to plan an event for nearly an entire year, then it’s over in the blink of an eye. Perhaps it’s my job to keep reminding folks that the kids we support aren’t a one-day event. Their needs continue year-round.

This year, we had a reminder of the urgency of those needs. Jonathan Barrett, CEO of Project Rescue Foundation, was on his way to the airport to join us for the ride when he got a phone call. An emergency in the area where our kids live required Jon’s immediate attention, and he had to skip his planned trip.

While we were riding bikes and having fun, Jon was dealing with somewhat dire circumstances impacting women and children served by Project Rescue. It was a reminder to be grateful for the privilege we enjoy, and to remember our responsibility to those who aren’t so fortunate.

Jesus said, “From everyone who has been given much, much will be demanded; and from the one who has been entrusted with much, much more will be asked.”

It’s tempting to get comfortable, to sit back and relax. Jesus was clear – those of us blessed to live in comfort and freedom have an even greater responsibility.

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Last week, I did something crazy. On Friday, I “rode my age,” an annual birthday commitment to raise funds for the kids at the Home of Hope. I began this crazy tradition several years ago when I was younger, and the number of miles was smaller.

Someone suggested that riding 74 miles in a single day is a bit insane. I wouldn’t necessarily disagree. Someone else said it was inspiring. I’d say there’s a short distance between insanity and inspiration.

Why in the world would I continue this crazy tradition?

Simple. Because I’ve been entrusted with much…