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CHAPTER HEALTH

CHAPTER HEALTH

RELOOKING AT FAST LANE CMA webpage tells us

THE that CMA Fast Lane is evangelism to all motorcyclists . It is primarily focused on sportbikes , dual sports , adventure touring , MX , and ATVs , but anyone is welcome to ride with us .

The ministry of CMA has long had a presence with cruisers and touring bikes ; however , the ministry to the Fast Lane segment has often not been as well represented . As a result , it seems that we may not be effectively reaching ‘ all motorcyclists .’
It reminds me of the conversation Jesus had with His disciples before His ascension . He told them , “ And you will be my witnesses , telling people about me everywhere — in Jerusalem , throughout Judea , in Samaria , and to the ends of the earth ” ( Acts 1:8b , NLT ). Jerusalem was those in their own city . Judea represented those a little farther from home , but they still thought and acted like the disciples . Samaria was going to those who didn ’ t think or act like them and maybe didn ’ t even like them very much . And like today , the ends of the earth are still the ends of the earth .
For many of our CMA members , this Fast Lane segment of motorcycling is ‘ Samaria .’ These riders don ’ t think like us , they don ’ t relate to us , and they may not even like us very much . It was the same for the disciples . But Jesus said they were to go and be His witnesses . Our call is the same .
Generally , our Fast Lane focus
will be a result of the environment we ride in . Here in the Rocky Mountain Region , there has been significant growth in the dualsport , adventure bike , ATV , and side-by-side segments of the industry . As a result , one chapter has added the position of ‘ Trail Boss ’ to work alongside and share the duties of the chapter Road Captain . This is a great step towards refocusing the chapter .
One of the most popular aspects of Fast Lane within CMA has been the Roads & Trails Rallies . These casual rallies offer great riding both on-road and off-road . The emphasis is on having fun and riding safely . But , if we aren ’ t careful , the event becomes more about fellowship within the CMA family and not as much about outreach and ministry . The Roads & Trails Rallies are an excellent tool to introduce riders to the ministry of CMA and a relationship with our Lord , Jesus Christ . We have to keep our focus on the main thing .
For others in more populated areas , the growth has been in sport bikes . Here we have seen chapters taking a more active role in weekly bike nights and attending Cycle Gear events . Again , these are excellent places to connect with the Fast Lane crowd .
Another chapter has refocused their chapter meetings and now advertise them as ‘ meet-ups .’ These events are all about sharing a meal , telling stories and testimonies from recent events , discussing upcoming rides , and developing relationships . Business is left
for the monthly business meetings .
Now is a good time for your chapter to relook at all of the motorcyclists in your area . Fast Lane helps us remember CMA ’ s mission is to all motorcyclists on all types of bikes . CMA
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