Mount Up

“Do you not know? Have you not heard? The LORD is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He will not grow tired or weary, and his understanding no one can fathom…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 40:28, 31

Eagles are one of the most powerful birds in both speed and stature. Although they only weigh 10 -14 pounds, their wingspan can reach up to eight feet and their speed can be 30 miles per hour. Their feather design allows them to experience a lesser amount of turbulence than most birds. With wings fully extended, they can catch the thermal wind and actually glide for great distances with minimal use of their wings. Obviously, this gliding saves precious energy and allows them to further their flight.

When we are experiencing difficulty in the flight of our lives we quickly become depleted of our own strength. Minimal tasks look monumental and obligations seem too many for accomplishment. When we replace exhaustion and despair with hope, it is at that moment we “mount up on the wings of eagles”, catch the thermal Wind, and glide through our difficulties. We will be able to further our flight, renew our strength and recommit to the remaining distance of our flight with our eyes on Him.

We were created with a wingspan to soar but it is up to us to extend our wings and exercise our faith. God gave us the ability to soar, the design to expand and the passion to emerge if we look to Him in hope, total belief and a pursuit of a higher view of living.

Where are your wings taking you and how is the view?