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Birds of a Feather Fly Together
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by Cheryl L. Dunson
f you’re an avid bird watcher like me, then you’re
energy supply of birdseed is essential to provide the
likely to be constantly amazed at God’s beautiful
energy our backyard birds need to survive the long-
handiwork. I can stand for hours in front of my
lasting, extreme cold in February.
kitchen window, looking at the colorful hues of our feathered friends feasting from our bird feeders. Just the other day, our front yard was filled with
The Bible contains many references to birds. In the book of Genesis, we read, “…. Then God said, ‘Let the waters swarm with fish and other life. Let the skies
dozens of male American robins competing for a
be filled with birds of every kind...’” (1:20). In the
spot on the feeders. We have two woodpeckers who
book of Psalms, the unknown author writes, “…The birds of the air nest by the waters; they sing among the branches…” (104:12). And, in the book of Job, we read, “…But ask the animals, and they will teach you, or the birds of the air and they will tell you…. Which of all these does not know in the hand of the Lord has done this? In his hand is the life of every creature and the breath of all mankind...” (12:7-10). One of my favorite Bible verses was given to me by Ms. Anita and references a bird. I valued it so much, I laminated it and, to
frequent our feeders regularly. Their red-crested
this day, carry it with me in my daily journal: “…I’m
heads send me an immediate signal that they’ve
sending you out like sheep among wolves. Therefore,
arrived. I keep the National Audubon Field Guide to
be as shrewd as snakes and as innocent as doves…”
North American Birds within hands reach in case I
(Matthew 10:16).
spot a bird I’ve never seen before. February is National Bird Feeding Month and,
I understand bird watching isn’t for everyone, but I guarantee if you purchase a feeder and some bird feed,
rumor has it, if you feed them, they will come! Mid-
your backyard birds will entertain and reward you.
winter is a tough time for backyard birds. Snow often
Hang the feeder in a strategic location where it can
covers their food sources while, at the same time,
easily be seen from the comfort of your chair or sofa,
food supplies are dwindling. A reliable, high-
and be mesmerized by God’s wonderful handiwork!
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