ARE YOU READY TO FLY?

ARE YOU READY TO FLY?

But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint. Isaiah 40:31.

During the Egyptians dynasty, they regarded the eagle as a symbol both of the great spirit and the sun at noon. They saw the Eagle as rising over mundane restraints into the realm of mystical awareness and spiritual progress. Now to the ancient Romans and Greeks, the eagle was looked upon as a sacred god, or even a symbol of transport. From high above, the eagle symbolizes awareness to those mysteries that humans find difficult to grasp. From the eagle’s vantage point, it allows you to discover patterns that guide you toward greater spiritual knowledge they said.

The Native Indians saw the Eagle as a symbol for great strength, leadership and vision. ... In early times, the eagle was seen as a symbol of hope and strength, representing salvation.

Through our theme text as found in Isaiah 40:31, we see the eagle as a symbol of a bright future for all who believe. Because the eagle is a symbol of courageous, and of how we should stretch our limits, as we use the storms of life with it winds, to lift us up higher, far above the dark clouds of discouragement, trouble and pain.

The eagle is a symbol of how we shouldn’t accept the status quo, but rather reach higher and become more than you believe you are capable of.

The symbol of the eagle helps us look at things from a new and higher perspective.

It helps us be patient with the present; knowing that the future holds possibilities that you, or I, may not yet be able to see now, but we shall get there if you have faith in the Living God!

The word eagles appear nine times in the King James version, and eagle appears twenty four times. The word, “eagle conveys the powers, and messages of the spirit; it is man's connection to the divine because it flies higher than any other bird. ... It bestows freedom and courage to look ahead. The eagle is symbolic of the importance of honesty and truthful principles.” By Trish Phillips

The bald eagles have large wings compared to other birds, allowing them to soar and hunt vast areas with a minimum of effort. During migration they can travel 400 to 500 miles a day. But did you know that, “the White-tailed Sea Eagle is the fourth largest eagle in the world! Measuring up to 0.94m in length with a wingspan of up to 2.45 m (8 ft) which is the largest wingspan of any eagle, and is on average the fourth heaviest eagle in the world, the largest known specimen weighing approximately 17lb.”

When you see two eagles together, it likely means they are a mated pair, as many eagle species pair for life.

Eagles and Hawks are different from each other, whereby they do not feed together.

The late Myles Munroe once said;

1: (According to Proverbs 30:19), “The way of an eagle in the air; the way of a serpent upon a rock; the way of a ship in the midst of the sea; and the way of a man with a maid." “Eagles fly at high altitudes, not with low-flying birds like sparrows or other small birds. If you want to be an eagle Christian, you need to fly with other eagles and stay away from sparrows and ravens.

2: Eagles have strong vision, with an ability to focus on objects up to three miles away. When an eagle sights his prey, he will not move his focus from the prey until he successfully captures it. In order (for us) to succeed, we must have a clear vision and remain focused no matter what the obstacles may be.

3: Eagles feed only on fresh prey, never eating dead things. Vultures eat dead animals, but eagles will not. As children of God, we need to be careful about what we feed your eyes and ears on, especially on the Internet, movies, phone, or TV.

4: When storm clouds gather, eagles get excited. An eagle uses the storm’s wind to lift themselves up higher, far above the clouds. In the meantime, all the other birds hide in the leaves and branches of the trees on earth. When storms of life come our way, we can use the storms of life to rise us to greater heights. High achievers thrive on challenges and use them profitably. Are you a high achiever, or are you running to a hiding place on earth?

5: An eagle tests before it trusts. When a female eagle meets a male and they want to mate, she first tests his commitment. Then and only then, will she allow him to mate with her. Remember, whether in private life or in business, one should test the commitment of people intended for partnership.

6: During the time of training her young ones to fly, a mother eagle throws the eaglets out of the nest. Because they are scared, they jump into the nest again. Next, the mother eagle pushes the eaglets off the cliff into the air. As they shriek in fear, father eagle flies out and catches them upon his back and brings them back to the cliff. This goes on for some time until they learn to start using their wings to fly. The people who love us do not let us languish in sloth but push us hard to grow and prosper. Even in their seemingly harsh actions, they have good intentions for us—and these steps are necessary to teach us to fly and navigate through life trusting God for ourselves. “As an eagle stirreth up her nest, fluttereth over her young, spreadeth abroad her wings, taketh them, beareth them on her wings:” Deuteronomy 32:11, KJV

The word of God encourages us to, “But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.” Isaiah 40:31.

Eagles don’t always have a soft and easy life, nor will we. But like the eagle we can rise above the storm. Today God is calling you to wait on Him and learn to soar higher, above the cares, trials, and trivial pursuits of life. Continue to wait on the LORD, He will renew your strength; and you shall mount up with wings like eagles, you shall run and not be weary, you shall walk and not faint.

A prayerful moment:  Loving Father, I wait for thee in all things as of today. Amen

Song of the day: Donnie McClurkin Wait On The Lord With Lyrics(ft. Karen Clark Sheard)

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Garden Ministry Devotionals are written by Chaplain Kevin J.T. Santucci

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SWEET HOUR OF PRAYER

My voice shalt thou hear in the morning, O Lord; in the morning will I direct my prayer unto thee, and will look up. Psalm 5:3.

The very first out-breathing of the soul in the morning should be for the presence of GOD. “Without Me,” He says, “ye can do nothing.” It is THE GREAT I AM that we need; His light, His life, His spirit, must be ours continually. We need Him every hour. And we should pray in the morning that as the sun illuminates the landscape, and fills the world with light, so the Sun of Righteousness may shine into the chambers of mind and heart, and make us all light in the Lord. We cannot do without His presence one moment. The enemy knows when we undertake to do without our Lord, and he is there, ready to fill our minds with his evil suggestions that we may fall from our steadfastness; but it is the desire of the Lord that from moment to moment we should abide in Him, and thus be complete in Him....

God designs that every one of us shall be perfect in Him, so that we may represent to the world the perfection of His character. He wants us to be set free from sin, that we may not disappoint Heaven, that we may not grieve our divine Redeemer. He does not desire us to profess Godliness, and yet not avail ourselves of that grace which is able to make us perfect, that we may be found wanting in nothing.

Prayer and faith will do what no power on earth can accomplish. We are seldom, in all respects, placed in the same position twice. We continually have new scenes and new trials to pass through, where past experience cannot be a sufficient guide. We must have the continual light that comes from God. Remember He is ever sending messages to those who listen for His voice. 

Are you listening? If you are, it is a part of God's plan to grant all of us, in answer to the prayer of faith, that which He would not bestow did we not thus ask. May you find straight in your sweet hour of prayer daily, and as you pray, remember me. 

A prayerful moment: Dear Lord, forgive us your children of our misunderstanding of your word, and lead us from this day to your truth in all things. Amen

Song of the day: "The Lord And The Farmer/Haven Of Rest" By JD Sumner

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THE STEPS OF A MOTHER OF PURPOSE

In most parts of the world, today is known as MOTHER'S DAY. In recognition, and honor of all mothers this day in May has been set aside to celebrate them. 

But did you know that God had given recognition and honor to all mothers years before this day was set aside as a spacial day to celebrate them? In His original plan God didn't set aside a special day for one parent over the other as it is commonly celebrated today. But He encouraged and celebrated both parents at the same time. It is said, "What the parents are, that, to a great extent, the children will be." What a powerful statement! 

According to the estimate figures by the UNITED Nations, there were about a billion people born in 1800, 2 billion in 1927, 5 billion in 1987 and just over 7.5 billion today. There are on average about 250 babies born every minute – more than 130 million in a year. Although today is the day set aside to celebrate mothers, I am taking the liberty to speak to both parents. 

Today like never before, it is a time for both parents to look at their physical conditions before thinking about having children. It is also time for them to pull their dispositions, appetites, mental and moral tendencies into line with GOD'S plan before they think about having children. Because their habits and dispositions, to a greater or less degree will be reproduced in their children.

Remember as it has been said by them of old, "The nobler the aims, the higher the mental and spiritual endowments, and the better developed the physical powers of the parents, the better will be the life equipment they give their children. In cultivating that which is best in themselves, parents are exerting an influence to mold society and to uplift future generations.”

It is time for fathers and mothers to understand their responsibility. Can we not see that world is full of snares for the feet of the children and youth that already live among us, and those who will be soon born! “Multitudes are attracted by a life of selfish and sensual pleasure. They cannot discern the hidden dangers or the fearful ending of the path that seems to them the way of happiness. Through the indulgence of appetite and passion, their energies are wasted, and millions are ruined for this world and for the world to come.

Parents should remember that their children must encounter these temptations. Even before the birth of the child, the preparation should begin that will enable them to fight successfully the battle against evil. Especially does (this) responsibility rest upon the mother. She, by whose lifeblood the child is nourished and its physical frame built up, imparts to it also mental and spiritual influences that tend to the shaping of mind and character. 

Look at Jochebed, the Hebrew mother, who, strong in faith, was "not afraid of the king's commandment in Hebrews 11:23, of whom was born Moses, the deliverer of Israel.

Look at Hannah, the woman of prayer and self-sacrifice and heavenly inspiration, who gave birth to Samuel, the miracle heavenly-instructed child, 

the incorruptible first of the prophets, priest from the tribe of Levi, the last judge and the founder of Israel’s sacred schools.

Look at Elizabeth the kinswoman and kindred spirit of Mary of Nazareth and cousin, who was the mother of the Saviour's herald.

Consider the carefulness these mothers guarded their habits of life in raising  their children. No drink no wine nor strong drink, neither eat any unclean thing." Judges 13:13, 7. Today in comparison to then, prenatal influences is by many parents looked upon as a matter of little moment; but heaven does not so regard it. The message sent by an angel of God, and twice given in the most solemn manner, shows it to be deserving of our most careful thought.

In the words spoken to the Hebrew mother, God speaks to all mothers in every age. "Let her beware," the angel said; "all that I commanded her let her observe." Judges 13:14

The well-being of the child will be affected by the habits of the mother. Her appetites and passions are to be controlled by principle. There is something for her to shun, something for her to work against, if she fulfills God's purpose for her in giving her a child. If before the birth of her child she is self-indulgent, if she is selfish, impatient, drinks strong drink, gratify appetite, endangers the physical, mental, and moral health. These traits will be reflected in the disposition of the child. Thus many children have received as a birthright almost unconquerable tendencies to evil, and their child is a direct sin against the Creator.

“But if the mother unswervingly adheres to right principles, if she is temperate and self-denying, if she is kind, gentle, and unselfish, she may give her child these same precious traits of character. Many advisers urge that every wish of the mother should be gratified; that if she desires any article of food, however harmful, she should freely indulge her appetite. Such advice is false and mischievous. The mother's physical needs should in no case be neglected. Two lives are depending upon her, and her wishes should be tenderly regarded, her needs generously supplied.”

There are some cultures that believe that a mother should work to the bone. But let all remember that the strength of the mother should be tenderly cherished. Instead of spending her precious strength in exhausting labor, her care and burdens should be lessened while she raises the children. Many a husband and father might learn a helpful lesson from the carefulness of the faithful shepherd. Jacob, when urged to undertake a rapid and difficult journey, made answer: "The children are tender, and the flocks and herds with young are with me: and if men should overdrive them one day, all the flock will die. . . . I will lead on softly, according as the cattle that goeth before me and the children be able to endure." Genesis 33:13, 14. Amidst the world's eager rush for wealth and power, let the father learn to stay his steps, to comfort and support the mother of the children who is called to walk by his side.

By doing this, the mother will cultivate a cheerful, contented, happy disposition. Every effort in this direction will be abundantly repaid in both the physical well-being and the moral character of their children. A cheerful spirit will promote the happiness of the family and in a very great degree improve the mothers health. The father should offer sympathy and unfailing affection to the mother of their children. Fathers keep the mother of your children fresh and gladsome. This will bring sunshine in the home. Fathers never think that there is a lessening of your manhood to help the mother of your children / child bear her burdens. Your kindness and loving courtesy will be to her a precious encouragement, and the happiness you impart will bring joy and peace to your  own heart.

“The husband and father who is morose, selfish, and overbearing, is not only unhappy himself, but he casts gloom upon all the inmates of his home. He will reap the result in seeing his wife dispirited and sickly, and his children marred with his own unlovely temper. If the mother is deprived of the care and comforts she should have, if she is allowed to exhaust her strength through overwork or through anxiety and gloom, her children will be robbed of the vital force and of the mental elasticity and cheerful buoyancy they should inherit. Far better will it be to make the mother's life bright and cheerful, to shield her from want, wearing labor, and depressing care, and let the children inherit good constitutions, so that they may battle their way through life with their own energetic strength.

Great is the honor and the responsibility placed upon fathers and mothers, in that they are to stand in the place of God to their children. Their character, their daily life, their methods of training, will interpret His words to the little ones. Their influence will win or repel the child's confidence in the Lord's assurances.

“Happy are the parents whose lives are a true reflection of the divine, so that the promises and commands of God awaken in the child gratitude and reverence; the parents whose tenderness and justice and long-suffering interpret to the child the love and justice and long-suffering of God; and who, by teaching the child to love and trust and obey them, are teaching them to love and trust and obey his Father in heaven. Parents who impart to their child such a gift have endowed them with a treasure more precious than the wealth of all the ages—a treasure as enduring as eternity.

To many today the work of a mother often seems an unimportant service. It is a work that is rarely appreciated. Little do we take into consideration her many cares and burdens. Her days are occupied with a round of little duties, all calling for patient effort, for self-control, for tact, wisdom, and self-sacrificing love.  She keeps things in the home running smoothly; but often weary and perplexed, she tries to speak kindly to the children, to keep them busy and happy, and to guide their feet into the right path. Although she may feel that she has accomplished nothing. Heavenly angels watch the care-worn mother, attending to the burdens she carries day by day. Today we celebrate these mothers who have not been heard in the world, but it is written in the Lamb's book of life.

Mothers, know that there is a God above, and the light and glory from His throne rests upon the faithful mother as she tries to educate her children to resist the influence of evil. No other work can equal, hers in importance. She has not, like the artist, to paint a form of beauty upon canvas, nor, like the sculptor, to chisel it from marble. She has not, like the author, to embody a noble thought in words of power, nor, like the musician, to express a beautiful sentiment in melody. It is hers, with the help of God, to develop in a human soul the likeness of the divine.

The mother who appreciates this will regard her opportunities as priceless. Earnestly will she seek, in her own character and by her methods of training, to present before her children the highest ideal. Earnestly, patiently, courageously, she will endeavor to improve her own abilities, that she may use aright the highest powers of the mind in the training of her children. Earnestly will she inquire at every step, "What hath God spoken?" Diligently she will study His word. She will keep her eyes fixed upon God, that her own daily experience, in the lowly round of care and duty, may be a true reflection of the one true Life.

The call today is for the mother fill the position which God originally designed for her, as her husband's equal. The world needs mothers who agre mothers not merely in name but in every sense of the word. We may safely say that the distinctive duties of woman are more sacred, more holy, than those of fathers. Today it is time for mothers to recognize the sacredness of their work and in the strength and fear of God take up their life mission. Learn to educate your children for usefulness in this world and for a home in the better world to come. May GOD bless all mothers around the world today. 

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A prayerful moment: Heavenly Father, I ask your blessings and wisdom on all mothers as they train their children to love and respect your way in rearing their children.

A prayerful moment: Dear Lord, Bless all mothers today i your Name, Amen.

Song of the day: The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir - I Surrender 

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