Eagles
Sometimes life events remind us about God’s Word.
On our trip to the Comox Valley this past weekend we saw bald eagles at different times. It made me think about Bible verses that refer to eagles. The eagle is mentioned by name 32 times in Scripture.
Most of us are familiar with the promise of renewal in Isaiah 40:31
But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength.
They will soar high on wings like eagles.
They will run and not grow weary.
They will walk and not faint.
They will soar high on wings like eagles.
They will run and not grow weary.
They will walk and not faint.
Some may also remember the eagle being a symbol of salvation and protection in Revelation 12:14
But she was given two wings like those of a great eagle so she could fly
to the place prepared for her in the wilderness. There she would be
cared for and protected from the dragon for a time, times, and half a time.
to the place prepared for her in the wilderness. There she would be
cared for and protected from the dragon for a time, times, and half a time.
A similar metaphor about the eagle is found in Exodus 19:4.
But frequently in Scripture, the eagle symbolizes the judgement that God sends. One example is Ezekiel 17:12.
Say to these rebels of Israel: Don’t you understand the meaning
of this riddle of the eagles? The king of Babylon came to Jerusalem,
took away her king and princes, and brought them to Babylon.
of this riddle of the eagles? The king of Babylon came to Jerusalem,
took away her king and princes, and brought them to Babylon.
What things in life remind you of the Bible’s teaching? Feel free to write and share with us when this has happened to you.
Praise and Prayer
- Praise the Lord that the flooding in Abbotsford is abating. Pray for people who experienced huge losses because of this disaster. Pray for those assisting in the rebuilding process.
- Praise the Lord that we were able to travel to the Comox Valley this past weekend. We enjoyed the fellowship and the times that people shared with us examples of how God is working.
- Some of our readers will be celebrating American Thanksgiving Day this week. Pray God’s blessing on them. And, even better, join them in giving thanks to God.