Ospreys
and Pelicans feed from the water near our home. The Osprey, a hawk that is as
big and beautiful as an eagle hovers, swoops, and delicately plucks a fish with
his talons, gracefully flying away. The pelican, an even larger bird pauses,
then drops like a rock, headfirst, full speed and mouth opening as it hits the
water. Sitting on the water like a dazed boxer on the canvas, he spits out
water and swallows the fish. Both the osprey and the pelican feast at the same
table, one with graceful poise and the other with seemingly clumsy grit. Lord,
thank You for my daily bread by whatever means You provide. I am genuinely grateful
for Your constant care.
A serious pursuit of godliness requires an equally serious renunciation of worldliness. Too often, we measure spirituality with false scales. While being wisely selective with our public vices we are less so with our private attitudes and perspectives. In reality, it is the thoughts and intents of the heart where the greatest battles must be waged; our actions will ultimately align with the condition of our hearts. Lord God, You know me inside out, You are not fooled by human facades. Plow my heart with Your Word and Spirit and leave nothing unturned. Refresh my inward man that I may outwardly glorify You in all places at all times.
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