Nidification

by Charles Finney

Nidification is Latin in origin and means “to build a nest.” Nidicolous is used to mean “living in a nest.” A nest is a place of rest, retreat, or lodging: in other words, a home or a place of refuge.

Nests are built using several different types of materials. They are placed in various places to provide shelter, safety, warmth, and protection. Many animals seek natural cavities in the ground or in trees to build their nests. Each nest is a labor of love and commitment.

Humans also build a nest, but we call it a house. Like all animals that build a nest, we gather our favorite things around us to create a safe dwelling place, providing us with warmth, comfort, security, beauty, and peace. Each of our homes is unique to us. They reflect our personalities, passions, interests, and family lives. We build our nest to make it our home.

Today’s church house is like a nest: a place of rest, retreat, and refuge from the World. They are built by different denominations, united in the adherence of their beliefs and practices. They offer a place for believers to praise, give thanks, worship, sing, reflect, and rest with the Creator. Although they may differ in doctrine, all churches are held together not by brick and mortar but by a body of writings considered sacred: the Scriptures. 2 Timothy 3:16: “All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness.”

The church is not a building. It’s a people, with or without a building: a nest united with a labor of brotherly love and commitment. It has a builder, and the builder is the Christ, the Son of the living God. Jesus builds the church, the place where love, grace, and mercy dwells. When we belong to Christ, we dwell.

Psalm 27:4: “One thing have I desired of the Lord, that will I seek after; that I may dwell in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, to behold the beauty of the Lord, and to inquire in his temple.”

The church acts as a nest. The nest, or church, is a place of peace and brotherly love. It is built upon the confession of Jesus as God’s Son and Christ. The church is engaged in persuading unbelievers to become disciples of Jesus, which the Great Commission defines as baptizing them and teaching them to obey Christ. John 13:34-35 says, “A new commandment I give unto you, That ye love one another; as I have loved you, that ye also love one another. By this shall all men know that ye are my disciples, if ye have love one to another.”

Psalm 91:2 says, “I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in him will I trust.”

We enter the refuge as a sinner. With the stirring of our hearts and upon our confession and belief of Jesus as God’s Son and Christ, we are saved and filled with peace, joy, love, and forgiveness. The church is a successful nest when people show love one to another. Invite others into your nest, share love, and be known as a successful disciple.

Lee Ann Stabler, CMN Jennifer Lipps, CMN

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Ocoee OB/GYN: Cleveland’s only Practice with Midwife Care

These are trying times for our community. The COVID-19 pandemic is affecting all aspects of our lives. Families and friends must now practice social distancing and wear masks. Many schools and workplaces have been forced to shut down. Others have had to modify the way in which they serve the community with online classes, staggered shifts and curbside food pickup. Everyone has been impacted by this nationwide crisis. In spite of these challenges, the staff at Ocoee OB/GYN is committed to providing essential medical care for all our patients.

Ocoee OB/GYN is here for you during these uncertain times. We understand the concerns you may have for your health and for your loved ones. We want to assure you that we continue to provide compassionate quality care following the highest level of safety protocols. Our focus is your health and well-being above all. Although many aspects of the COVID-19 pandemic are beyond our control, your access to preventative exams and healthcare is not. We encourage you to make

and keep your appointments to ensure the quality of your overall general health. We are open and focused on providing the services you need while following appropriate guidelines.

Ocoee OB/GYN has been serving the women of our community for over 30 years. We continue to grow as we seek to meet your needs. We are still celebrating the recent expansion at our Spring Creek office. Our three physician providers, one physician assistant and three midwives now have more clinical space to meet your healthcare needs.

We are honored to be the only practice in the area to offer comprehensive midwife care. Our midwives have over 60 years of experience among them. We celebrate them and the excellent care they provide our patients. If you choose to partner with a midwife during your pregnancy and birth of your baby, you will receive top-notch care at our office and delivery in the safety of a hospital setting, all with physician backup and neonatal support if needed.

Ocoee OB/GYN is honored to be your choice in this region for gynecological and obstetric care.