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February 27, 2017

Hovering Close to the Source

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Spring is just around the corner.   I can feel it in my bones.

Along with the advent of flowers and baby geese which might take over our yard this year I anticipate the return of the hummingbirds.  I love these guys.  They always amaze me. hummer3

I think we can definitely learn something from hummingbirds, don’t you? While they look like they are chaotically flying all over they have a definite purpose in their travels.

Find the food source.

Find the place where they can be fed time and time again.

Find the one place that consistently offers sustenance.hummer2

 

For me that source is God. He is the source of constant nourishment even when I neglect Him. He does not leave me. The hummingbirds remind me that I need to hover more closely to that source of life . I need to walk the walk a bit better. I need to fly closer to the source of the provider of all things. I need to graciously acknowledge each and every day that the chaos that is sometimes present in life can be calmed if only I realize where to direct those chaotic actions.hummer

So today I am going to adopt the hummingbird way of life and flit to the source that makes me complete—-my loving Father in Heaven.

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  1. Darlene
    February 27, 2017 at 06:44 am

    The hummingbird is indeed a special creature. I often chose it as my spirit animal. We can learn so much from God´s creatures. Great pictures. xo

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  2. Minnesota Prairie Roots
    February 27, 2017 at 09:02 am

    Great post to remind us of God’s grace and mercy, the source of strength, especially on difficult days. Thinking of you (and praying) especially today.

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  3. Dianna
    February 27, 2017 at 04:38 pm

    Great comparison! And your pictures are wonderful. I, too, am looking forward to those amazing little creatures returning to our area.

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  4. priscillaking
    February 28, 2017 at 02:13 pm

    Wow. The one with the hummer at rest is good enough for Zazzle!

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      February 28, 2017 at 08:47 pm

      Thanks!!!

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  5. Ozzie Ohl
    February 28, 2017 at 02:55 pm

    Bring Spring on

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    1. Beth Ann Chiles
      February 28, 2017 at 08:47 pm

      I bet you are ready!

      Reply
  6. Ashley
    March 19, 2017 at 09:07 pm

    My grandparents have always had hummingbird feeders and I have always loved watching them come up to the feeders to eat. A great way of thinking of God as our source!

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