Introduction

Today, we will explore the beautiful analogy that God uses to compare believers to eagles. Just as eagles are born to live in the high places, all believers are born to be overcomers. You were made for the high places, my friend.

Scripture

"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."

The Eagle's Nature

Eagles are magnificent creatures, designed to fly in the high places. They have a wingspan of 6 to 8 feet and can weigh between 7 to 15 pounds. Eagles are born to fly; the sky is their home. Similarly, as believers, we are born to overcome. We have been created to soar above our circumstances and live victoriously.

Story: The Little Eagle in the Chicken Yard

There is a story about a little eagle that fell out of its nest and landed in a chicken yard. Growing up among the chickens, it learned to walk and eat like them. However, one day, it looked up and saw a majestic eagle soaring above. The little eagle longed to be able to do the same.

The great eagle noticed the little one and asked why it was in the chicken yard. The little eagle replied that it had always been there. The majestic eagle then encouraged the little one to spread its wings and follow him. With a flap of its wings, the great eagle lifted off the ground, never to return to the chicken yard again.

Living in the High Places

To live in the high places, we must be willing to leave our comfort zones. Just as a mother eagle stirs up her nest and nudges her young off the cliff to teach them how to fly, God also pushes us out of our comfort zones. He wants us to learn to depend on Him and not remain stagnant.

Waiting on God is another key aspect of living in the high places. Waiting on the Lord means to expect, look for, and set our hope in Him. As we wait on God, our strength is renewed, and we are filled with joy. It is in this waiting that we find the ability to soar like eagles.

Mounting up with Wings

Eagles do not fly like other birds, constantly flapping their wings. Instead, they soar effortlessly through the sky. They ride the wind, circling higher and higher. When they encounter a storm, they face it head-on, allowing the wind to lift them safely above it.

Similarly, as believers, we should learn to ride on the current of the Holy Spirit. We must rely on God's strength rather than our own. He will lift us above the storms and cares of this world, protecting us from the attacks of the enemy.

Running and Not Growing Weary

Living in the high places allows us to run and not grow weary, to walk and not faint. The high places are where we find refreshment and renewal. When we feel weak or tired, we can wait on the Lord and experience His strength.

The Bible encourages us not to grow weary in doing good, for we will reap a harvest if we do not give up. Let us not lose heart but continue to press on, knowing that God will renew our strength as we soar in the high places.

Conclusion

In conclusion, just as eagles were created to live in the high places, believers were made to be overcomers. We are called to soar above our circumstances, relying on God's strength and guidance. So let us spread our wings, leave our comfort zones, and wait on the Lord. As we do so, we will experience the joy of living in the high places, running and not growing weary, walking and not fainting.

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