This word is submitted by Lois Smith [loisfsmith@yahoo.com]

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                  The Eagle & The Raven

I saw two birds take off together, side by side, from the trees this morning.
One was an eagle and at first I wondered if the other was his mate.  But then I
noticed that the second bird was smaller, a raven. I noticed the difference
in their way of flying.  I noticed that the eagle "soared" and let the wind
lift him.  The raven had to flap and flap his wings, and eventually he turned
back to where he had come from.  And the Lord placed this on my heart
regarding our walks:

"I am calling my people to soar.

"See the difference between the eagle and the raven.  The eagle allows the
wind to carry him.  The raven puts more effort into his flight.  He must
flap and do more work.  He cannot go the distance that the eagle can because
it would tire him.

"And so My people must allow My Holy Spirit to carry them and to lift them.
Allow My Spirit to do a work within you.  Press in to Me.  I wish to carry
you and help you to glide.  I wish to bless you with My presence and My
power.  Wait upon Me.  Spend time with Me.  Be guided by My hand and My
lifting.  I do not wish you to be stressed about the things I am doing.  As
you soak in My Word and learn My ways, you will soar with Me.  Press in.

"I will lift you up."