This devotional is dedicated to my brother-in-law, Bill Reimer, who entered the gates of heaven on May 4th. I thought of his painful struggle as I wrote these thoughts to share with others.
New Life
Psalms 55:4-6
"Weaning Day" arrived for the four little birds whose mother had built a nest in between the storm window and screen. The mother bird began the ascent up and out of the window, her babies flapping furiously to follow her. Two struggled but to no avail...they could not reach the freedom awaiting them outside the window. Persistence continued, with mother bird flying in to encourage them and bringing them sustenance as she deemed prudent. Finally, another one soared to freedom. And now there was one...exhausted, discouraged and terrified of the future. It was time to set this one free with some gentle help.
How like our struggle when we reach the end of our earthly life. Departure for some is an abrupt and gentle conflict. Other departures are fraught with pain and suffering as bodies fight death's battle. Our Heavenly Father desires us to vacate our "nest" here on earth and soar to Jesus. As the mother bird encouraged and fed her babies to leave the security of their nest, our Father does likewise during this "weaning time". Through His Word, compassionate family, encouraging friends, and the comfort of the Holy Spirit, He reminds us that Jesus Christ already won this battle! He knows that this "nest" does not compare with the beauty of the new home He has prepared for us. And so with His gentle help, He sets us free to fly away to rest eternally with Jesus!
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