F is for Faithful

“Surely he will save you from the fowler’s snare and from the deadly pestilence. He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart. You will not fear the terror of night, nor the arrow that flies by day...”
Psalm 91:3-5

I love the imagery of God being a protective parent. The first image that came to mind as I read this passage is that of a mighty and majestic eagle. Next I thought of the dove. As I continued to think about this image of a bird protecting its chicks I wondered which of the bird species was the best. I finally determined that the wandering albatross might just be the most faithful of bird parents.

Albatross babies are born helpless, they need constant care. They stay in their nest for a long time - up to 270 days, with their parents caring for them the whole time. I know that the albatross is not the most majestic bird but its faithfulness in parenting in my opinion makes it a good representation of God’s faithfulness.

God is like the eagle, mighty and majestic. God is like a dove, gentle and strong. God is like an albatross, faithful.

God’s faithfulness is our shield; he protects us from so many things, things we may not even be aware of. No matter where you are, not matter what life situation - good or bad - you are facing He is there covering your life with His wings. In the Old Testament we read “Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you” (Deut. 31:6). Joshua was reminded that God was faithful and would be with him in all that he would face.  

In the midst of the good and bad, on the mountain tops and in the valleys of life - no matter what you are facing He is faithful. He will protect you when you need to be protected and He will encourage you to soar when it is time for you to fly. Fear not! Rest in His faithfulness. 

A Prayer
Father, thank you for your protection and faithfulness. Help us to rest in the shelter of your wings when we need to. Give us the courage to fly when it is our time to soar. Thank you for everything you provide for us each day. In the name of Jesus, who is mighty, majestic, gentle, strong and faithful. Amen.