A Little Bird Tells Me So
A few years ago while browsing a gift store I spotted this little bluebird. I knew right away his message was for me and I had to take him home.
Ever since that day I look at him each morning before I start my work and pray this simple prayer. I don’t have to go on and on about my desires and needs although sometimes I do! But I’m now aware that the fewer words the better. God knows what is best for me much more than I know for myself.
The dictionary describes the meaning of the word serenity as “the state of being calm, peaceful, and untroubled.”
God promises this state of being when we:
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.” (Proverbs 3:5-6)
With such vivid and specific reminders it’s a wonder we are ever anxious or worried–for God has us ‘covered’ in all ways on all days for always!
May we take up these words of wisdom today and every day, “God grant me serenity . . .” and trust that he will grant it without question.
What a great message! When I was visiting a friend yesterday she pointed to a little ceramic bird on a shelf nearby, She said it was given to her by a friend to remind her that ” His eye is on the sparrow” and he knows even if the lose a feather. What a great thought! I love it that He ” counts our hairs” and knows all our needs. I alway love your “blogs”
Thank you, Etta Mae. “His eye is on the sparrow.” I like that verse too. And how comforting that God knows every hair on our heads as well as every need in our hearts. Thank you for being a faithful reader and friend and encourager.
Karen, I love this and the little bird is so cute! My Dad’s favorite song was “His Eye is on the Sparrow” and I have a magnet on the refrig with a bird and that saying. I just ordered a booklet with that title for my daughter for Mother’s day and she just loves it!! A good one to read just a page or two each night. I BELIEVE I have told you about my Dad and the song before so forgive me for any ‘repeats’!
The scripture is one of my favorites too!!
Love and thanks! Margaret
Thank you, Margaret. You probably noticed that Etta Mae also mentioned ‘His eye is on the sparrow.’ This is a favorite verse for so many and I think of it as I see sparrows in my yard. We live in Pajaro Valley and I learned when we moved here that ‘pajaro’ means bird in Spanish. We are surrounded by sweet chirping every day of the year!
Beautiful Karen. You express thoughts that are shared by so many of us so succinctly. “Birds of a feather flock together”. We do share love for all of our feathered friends and all those who love them too! Blessings to you my friend. XO.
Thanks, Kathleen, for reminding us that ‘birds of a feather stick together.’ I’m sure that is why you and I are such fast friends!! 🙂
What a darling little bird, and what beautiful message about serenity … I love it! Thank you so much, dear Karen, for sharing and inspiring me. Wish I had something that cute and divine to “serenity” me everyday. ^.^ Jing
It’s always so nice to hear from you, Jing. I hope your days are peaceful and serene under HIS wing.