This is For The Birds

1. God's Extraordinary Creation

Genesis 1:20 ESV

And God said, “Let the waters swarm with swarms of living creatures, and let birds fly above the earth across the expanse of the heavens.”

Consider for a moment the magnificence of God’s Creation.

The Entire Universe

ALL the Galaxies

ALL of the star systems and ALL the planets

Our little cluster of planets spinning in perfect order around massive ball of fire called our sun. Actually a non-stop and self contained perpetual nuclear explosion.

Now consider the planet we live on- Earth.

Situated with perfect placement to be only inhabitable planet in our Solar System

Now back to the Universe:

We actually dont know how big it is. It is big enough that the most powerful telescopes we have on Earth and in orbit, have not found the outer edges of the universe.

And in all that vastness, God picked one insignificant star systems on the outer edge of one of possibly Billions of galaxies in that universe...

And picked one planet, perfectly placed, so that we could exist in our lives.

Genesis 1:20 points out that God created the birds of the air to “Fill up the Skies” ( A duck hunters dream)

God put the same amount of detail into the Creation of the universe as He did the creation of all the birds.

It was once thought that it was only by some miracle that birds could even fly- Humans did not yet comprehend the concept of aerodynamics.

Now we know how even the smallest of details of a birds skeletal frame, to the timing of the muscle movements that cause its wings to flap and that every single feather has a purpose in keeping the bird in flight or helping to slow down and land safely.

In the Bible, God uses nature to communicate His care for us—like how He clothes the flowers and provides for the birds.

Picture the birds chirping happily due to the food they find.

If God cares for them with such detail, can you imagine the love and care He pours into our lives?

God makes sure that even the smallest of birds are fed. He cares for every aspect of His Creation deeply.

In ancient Israel, sparrows were worth very little, just two for a penny. Yet Jesus pointed out that not one of them falls to the ground without God’s knowledge.

If God cares for these little birds, how much more does He care for us?

Think about it—the next time you hear a chirp, remember that God’s love for you is infinitely greater than His care for the sparrows!

If you ever get the chance to watch a Bald Eagle in flight- in Slow motion...It is amazing.

From soaring high on the thermal layers of the atmosphere, letting the air currents move them with minimal effort of flapping their wings- To the delicate shifting and positioning of individual feathers to ensure they glide in for a graceful landing- It is a sight to see.

Two birds of prey that I always enjoyed watching in Montana-The Bald Eagles and the Osprey- They were both present at most of the rivers and lakes I ever fished there- And they were always competing for the same meals.

The Eagles would gracefully glide over the lake in circles for what seemed like hours- The suddenly swoop down and reach, with talons extended, into the water and snatch some unsuspecting fish out and then carry it up to its nearby nest.

The Osprey, however were not so graceful. They would do the same circling around the lake, but instead of a dynamic swoop and grab- Osprey dive down basically belly flop, sometimes go under water briefly to catch their fish. They while floating on the lake surface, use several powerful flaps of their wings to get airborne again- with their catch in claws.

God created every species of birds with unique skills to survive in its living environment

What does Genesis 1:20 say about God's creation of birds?

And He has done the for you and me, as well.

2- The Greater Value

Matthew 6:26 ESV

Look at the birds of the air: they neither sow nor reap nor gather into barns, and yet your heavenly Father feeds them. Are you not of more value than they?

Imagine a child in a park feeding the birds, laughing and enjoying the moment. T

his child does not worry about the birds; they simply trust that there will be enough crumbs.

Just like that child, we can trust that God’s provision for us is abundant—He cares for us way more than the little breadcrumbs we might fret over!

The same God who feeds the birds, caring for them in the smallest ways, also deeply cares for each of us.

And He will provide for us in ways that go so far beyond just mere survival-

We can be so wrapped up in the cares of the world and the pressures of society in so many different ways-

But it is only through Christ that we can find true comfort and peace-

Where we can begin to thrive in ways beyond just surviving the day- But actually succeeding in life-

Even when it seems the world is falling apart around us.

As an example:

If you're feeling overwhelmed with schoolwork or family expectations, remember God's care for the birds.

Take a moment to go outside and observe nature. ( NOT in the middle of class) Notice how the birds are provided for every day, with no worries.

When you come back inside, write down some specific ways God has cared for you in your life. This practice can shift your focus from anxiety to gratitude, helping you trust that just as He provides for the birds, He will also provide for your needs.

The key point is that God’s desire to provide for us is not limited to the basic needs of life.

He deeply loves and is concerned for each and every one of us.

Consider the vastness of the universe- looking after 8 Billion people on planet Earth is easy for the God that keeps the universe together- Dont ya think?

Some closing questions:

How does Matthew 6:26 reinforce the theme of God's care for humanity?

In what ways can recognizing God's care for birds help you feel more valued?

What are some specific worries you can bring to God, trusting Him like the birds do? ( All of them)