On Eagle's Wings

"He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of weak. Even youths grow tired and weary and young men stumble and fall, but those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles, they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint." Isaiah 40:29-31

This is a great promise to live by. It is during times like these especially when I can use that reminder. God has given me the strength I have needed each day, and has blessed me with many wonderful people running by my side. In times like now, when I feel worn, and weary, I am reminded of what God has done through me, and what He has yet to do in me and why He has called me here.

Lately I've been thinking a lot. I've been thinking, because physically I haven't had very much strength and I've been feeling like I haven't really been having much of a purpose. Tonight, as I've been resting for a while, I thought well maybe somehow through my hard times I can still be a blessing to someone else. I want other people to realize how much God loves them. That is why I do what I do. Though I may not be physically able to be out there on the field, that doesn't mean I still can't be soaring on wings like eagles. Through my pain I still want to be a blessing to someone. I want to still be the hands and feet of Jesus. I think that is what God is asking me to do.

I want to encourage others to keep their eyes on Jesus even when it does hurt. I want to let you know that it is okay to cry, and tell Jesus how you feel. Jesus doesn't expect you to be some iron robot that can handle anything and everything, He actually wants to to be open with Him, and tell Him what is on your heart. He's your friend. So dear friends what you go through, know that you are not alone. Remember that you are soaring on wings like eagles, because Jesus is carrying you through. Believe me when I tell you this. Maybe you are not physically hurting right now, but you know someone who is, pass this word on to them. Tell them to keep looking up to the face of Jesus. Tell them to cling to Him. If they do not know who He is, just keep encouraging them. Let me know how I can pray for you.

Father, even though I am unable to be physically out there on the streets sharing Your love, I thank you that I can still share Your love in other ways. God I thank you for the blessings of friendships and prayer warriors. Lord, I admit it is painful right now. But you have been so faithful, and I thank you for giving me the strength each day. I pray that you do the same for those who are in need of it around the world today. Lord, you are Lord of all the world and no matter what goes on Your hands will always be holding us all. Thank you for giving us the strength and power, and enabling us to soar on wings like eagles when we place our hope in You. May we find rest and shelter under Your wings, and always remember that You love us more than we can ever imagine. May I never stop lving for you God, no matter what. In Jesus' Name, Amen.