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Fly Like an Eagle

  • As an eagle that stirs up her nest, that flutters over her young, he spread abroad his wings, he took them, he bore them on his feathers. Deuteronomy 32:11 WEB.

    When eagles have their young, they line the inside of the nest with feathers, fur, and other soft materials. The parents try to make the little ones comfortable in the nest. They hunt and bring food to feed them. They pamper the little ones at the start and care for their every need.

    Later, as the little ones grow and mature enough to fly, the parents start pulling the fur out of the nest. They expose the sticks and begin making them uncomfortable. They may still bring food, but they will place it on a limb outside of the nest, so the little eaglets have to come out of the nest to get it. They put the food farther and farther away from the nest. The delays between eating become longer each day. Eventually, the young eagles will take flight and leave the nest to find food on their own.

    We went through a season where our computer business dried completely up. No amount of advertising, giving, praying, or fasting would change it. When we advertised, it was like throwing money in the trash. When we gave, we just had less. When we prayed, we got cold silence. When we fasted, we were only hungry. We held on as long as we could, paying our bills with credit cards. Several months passed by with no income.

    Finally, we had to give up on the business and begin looking for other work so we could eat, but there was none to be found. All the doors in that field were closed to us. So we expanded our search, but I couldn't find any work doing anything. Finally, the week we were packing to move out of our house, a job suddenly appeared for a creative arts pastor. And I found myself in ministry and began writing this devotional. The Lord wanted us to do something new, so He made us uncomfortable. I would have never been here if He had not brought the pressure on us, as I was comfortable working on computers. The end result was great, but the transition was rough.

    When the Lord wants to bring change, He may make your situation uncomfortable. No matter where you turn, no matter how hard you pray, the sticks are still there, and you are starving. When this happens, it's time to fly. Everything that you see is temporary (2 Corinthians 4:18). Jobs end and new opportunities begin. There is a season for everything (Ecclesiastes 3:1), and an important thing to know is that seasons do change. So don't be afraid to let go. He will catch you.

    Prayer: Heavenly Father, please guide me today and give me a clear direction. I want to follow You, but to be honest, sometimes I don't know what to focus on. Give me clarity and speak to me in a way that I understand. Help me align my will with Yours. In the name of Jesus Christ, I pray. Amen!

    Note: This morning, we will be hosting our RHM Live Online church service. This is a special time of worship, prayer, fellowship and an inspiring message. All are welcome! Here is the link to join: RHM Live


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Debi Burton
Debi Burton Praise the Lord Hallelujah for leading the way! Without you - I would be lost! Thank you Jehovah!
June 13, 2021
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Kevin J. Eck
Kevin J. Eck Amen, Thank you for being there through the tough times Lord!
June 13, 2021
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Scott Riegelmann
Scott Riegelmann Amen thank you pastor Dion for an awesome message of hope and love, please remember me Jesus is my heart's cry and I pray daily for all to come to know the Lord Jesus Christ as there personal Lord and savior, in Jesus'name I pray amen!
June 13, 2021
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Patricia Walker
Patricia Walkeredited: June 13, 2021

Amen. Heavenly Father, Thank you for guiding me even when I thought I knew where I was going. Your plan is always best. Amen

June 13, 2021
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Kay Collinsworth
Kay Collinsworth

Amen Father thank You for Your guidance, keep me on the right path. I need you every moment.

June 13, 2021
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David  Earlywine
David Earlywine

Heavenly Father please guide us. We love you. Amen 

June 13, 2021
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Brenda F
Brenda F

Amen

June 13, 2021
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Linda Clark
Linda Clarkedited: June 13, 2021

This is so  true  lord l.  Want your will. In my life in jesus name amen 

June 13, 2021
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Cathy Webb
Cathy Webb

So true, Pastor Dion! Lord, please guide me today and give me a clear direction. Thank you!

June 13, 2021
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Wanda Pennington
Wanda Pennington

Amen 

June 13, 2021
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Scott Riegelmann
Scott Riegelmann

Amen Thank you Father for making things uncomfortable because I know your with me no matter what this life throws at me I love you Abba Father!

 

June 13, 2021
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Marisa Jackson
Marisa Jacksonedited: June 13, 2021

Amen!! 

June 13, 2021
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Jose Simo
Jose Simo

Heavenly Father, always loving and thanking You for all Your blessings and kindness, I know that sometimes I feel discouraged by situations that affront me.I know that You are always there for me, thank You Lord. In Jesus Christ name I pray, Amen. 

Awesome message reminder Pastor, God bless you and Sylvia, Amen 

June 13, 2021
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Celeste Strenn
Celeste Strenn

Amen 

June 13, 2021
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Mari Kaufmann
Mari Kaufmann

Dear God help me to feel your presence Amen

June 13, 2021
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Yvette York
Yvette York

Thank You Father For Always Looking Out For Me Amen Everyone Have A Bless Sunday 

June 13, 2021
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Schalk  de Beer
Schalk de Beer

Yes amen Lord 

June 13, 2021
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Wesley Paulus
Wesley Paulus

Amen!

June 13, 2021