FAITH THAT BLESSES

By Joni Earecksen Tada

So those who have faith are blessed along with Abraham, the man of faith.”
Galatians 3:9

Over the last few months my backyard bird feeder hasn’t been much to look at. No visitors except a few hardy sparrows. In fact, the other day I spent many long moments by the window, feeling a little blue, hoping to see a few birds.

Suddenly the bird feeder was abuzz with new and different friends. Finches flew out of nowhere, a mockingbird showed up, a couple of red-breasted robins hopped by to join the party, and two doves perched on a nearby fence to wait their turn for the birdseed.

I sat there wide-eyed and with the biggest smile. Without thinking, I exclaimed, “Thank you, Lord, for the birds!” It struck me that the entire backyard party was organized by the Lord Himself. Just when I needed a lift, He brought by an array of brightly colored, happy birds. Doves and robins don’t drop in by chance–if the Lord notices when a sparrow falls, then surely He directs their flight paths.

It’s simply a matter of faith–faith to observe God’s hand in absolutely everything that happens. Faith to believe that the flashing wings of a blue jay fluttering across the yard is a gift orchestrated personally by the Lord.

What a way to live! Those who are able to see God’s sovereign hand in great or small things are full of joy. Look around you today and have faith to see His gifts. You will be blessed.

Lord, today I want to see Your hand in everything that happens. Give me faith to believe that every gift is from You. Help me to recognize the wonderful ways You minister to me today. Give me eyes of faith, and I shall be blessed.

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