the rebuilding

"And the God of all grace, who called you to His eternal glory in Christ, after you have suffered a little while, will Himself restore you and make you strong, firm and steadfast." 1 Peter 5:10

A couple of days ago, it appeared the bluebirds had finally decided to rebuild their nest after their night of terror.  The male bird cautiously flew around with a twig. He went to the home and then away... twig still in his mouth.  Several times he flew in the home only to come back out with the twig still tightly clinched in his beak.  Finally, he and the female returned to the home, leaving the twig in there; they brought in just a few more and stop.  

The next day, much to our disappointment, it appeared they had changed their minds.  The twigs were gone, and so were they.  Maybe it was too soon, or maybe the nightmare of losing their babies wouldn't go away, or maybe they needed to find a new location far away from the snake attack. 

This morning started off similar to the others.  We spotted the bluebirds back in the yard; my curiosity and hope could not stop my anxious feet from checking the home.  The rebuilding had started again, and this time it looks for sure!!  

My excitement was soon met with a rush of air from the male's fluttering wing, swooping by my hand.  Startled, i quickly closed the door.  His message was clear... "we got this; leave us alone; we are busy about our family needs. SHOO!"  I turned around to see them both perched on the backboard watching me.

It was clear the bluebirds were restored... strong, firm and steadfast in continuing their mission, despite the tragic loss of their babies. God cares for all His creation.  Watching what He did for these bluebirds was incredible and a godly reminder of His immense love.  Let there be no doubt on earth, what He has done for the smallest of His creatures, He can and will surely do for us too.

No matter our circumstances, like the bluebirds, we have reason to sing today, if for no other reason, than the fact we belong to an awesome God, full of love, mercy and grace.

Thank You, Father!

we are loved and chosen by God,
may we live like we believe it,
veneal