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Thursday, March 14, 2024 Wings Of Watchfulness Scripture: Psalm 91:4 (NIV) - “He will cover you with his feathers, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness will be your shield and rampart.” Message: Over the holidays we visited our son and his family on their small farm in New Smyrna Beach. As I was enjoying a laid-back day in the pasture, casually petting donkeys with my granddaughter, an animal kingdom drama unfolded. A mama hen and her fluffy chicks moseyed by, triggering Mr. Rooster into protective mode, eyeing us like we were trouble. Caught in this unexpected face-off, I found myself in a weird rooster standoff, shielding my granddaughter from the feisty fowl. Oddly enough it hit me; this rooster was on to something. He was teaching me a lesson for Lent. Lent is not just about giving up sweets; it’s about taking up the mantle of guardianship. That rooster, in his vigilant, feathery way, made me think about being guardians of grace. We should be defenders of love and kindness, just like he was for his chicks. Psalm 91:4 talks about being covered by feathers – not in a barnyard showdown way, but in a divine, comforting way. Our task? Channel the protective vibe of those feathers, creating a haven for others in our own quirky, human style. As we stroll through Lent, let’s go beyond the usual sacrifices. Let’s embrace a bit of that rooster spirit by being guardians of grace in our families and communities. When life gets a tad feathery and unpredictable, let’s bring love into the picture, just like that rooster with a heart full of duty. During this Lenten reflection, we can discover a unique charm in embracing the rooster spirit – not just in the barnyard, but also in the fabric of our lives. While journeying through this season, let’s remember the lesson from the feisty fowl, inspiring us to be watchful guardians of grace in our day-to-day adventures. Prayer: Dear God, in this Lenten journey, may we embody the watchful spirit of the rooster. Guide us to be guardians of grace, mirroring the love shown to us through Jesus. As we go through this season, let our actions reflect the extraordinary warmth of Your divine “wings of watchfulness”, love and presence. Amen. Kitty Kovic |
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