But those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint. Isaiah 40:31
Eagles are beautiful creatures. These birds are swift and reach amazing altitudes. Other birds cower at the thought of even nearing one thousand feet, but eagles go to twenty thousand. While other creatures seek shelter during violent storms, eagles soar through the raging winds, and they actually "have a ball."
So, what is the eagle's secret? It doesn't just fly - the eagle soars!!! It doesn't use the energy of its wings to move about. It wisely takes the power of the rushing wind, catching its quiet force behind him and beneath him. That is why eagles love the storm: The stronger the wind, the greater their strength.
Eagles make me think about how I try to do things on my own, propelling myself to reach higher altitudes by the strength of my own wings. No wonder I tire so easily. But if I only allow the Glorious Wind of His Spirit to move my soul, to carry me beyond my own failures and weaknesses... I can boldly face the most difficult situations and soar through the most violent storms. Yes, the greater the problem, the stronger I become.
"Strength of my soul, desire of my heart, let me trust in You completely: Let me give to You all that assails me, that I may fully rest under the shadow of Your wings".
Tired of flapping your wings? Soar in the mighty wind of the Spirit. He will take you to a place of rest.
- david tito
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