Let’s be like the eagle

I received this from a "Prayer Warrior" friend of mine, Mary Kollar, who received the following from Jonathan Maracle, a gifted Native American worship leader. If you’re like me, you’ve had some storms in your life this last year – weather, physical, family, economic, governmental, grief and loss – whatever it’s been. But you’ve made it! Most likely more storms will come. So ponder this.

When a great storm arises, it strikes fear among men and animals alike.  The animals will run to their dens, holes and caves, and man will seek shelter in his home or in a safe place.  But there is a natural instinct in eagles that causes them to do the complete opposite.  Instead of running, the eagle faces the storm.  He takes flight directly into the heart of the storm and challenges the ferocious winds and elements.  The very winds and turbulence that he faces give him lift to glide far above the storm.  We must do likewise with the storms of life...we must not run, but we must face them with dignity and courage. This is where we will gain the wisdom and strength to win in the journey of life.

Let’s be like the eagle and face the storms ahead straight on, gaining the wisdom and strength we need.


Prepare yourselves for a great 2010!