Wings

Bible Reading: Isaiah 40:28-31

Liam looked out the window of his friend Kyle’s house as they finished their snack. “Look at those trees,” he said. “They’re bending over from the wind.”

“So were we, a few minutes ago,” said Kyle.

“It’s too hard to play ball with this much wind. I’m tired. We’ll have to think of something to do inside.” Liam pulled a movie out of his backpack.

Kyle’s mom took their plates. “I’m sorry, Liam, but I promised your mother you’d play outside, not watch movies. I’m sure you boys can think of something to do.”

“I know!” said Kyle. “You brought your rollerblades, right? I have an idea.”

The boys put on their skates, and Kyle pulled four snow shovels from the shed and handed two to Liam.

“Are you crazy?” Liam asked, giving his friend a fake punch. “It’s hot out, not snowing!”

Kyle smiled. “Just wait and see.” They stomped around the house to the driveway. “Hold up your shovels like this,” Kyle said. He held his shovels high. A blast of wind whooshed, and Kyle skimmed along the drive and onto the sidewalk. “Come on, Liam!” he shouted.

Liam held his shovels up, but nothing happened. Grumbling, he bent and struggled against the wind to where Kyle stood. Just as he got there, panting, another gust sent Kyle soaring. He made a wide circle and swooped over to Liam.

“Are there wings on your rollerblades or what?” Liam demanded. “You took off like a huge bird!”

“That’s what gave me the idea! In church we talked about how even kids get tired, and how God gives us wings like eagles. Wings made me think of using snow shovels to catch the wind. The trick is to hold them up in the right direction so the wind does the work.”

Mom walked over carrying knee pads. “That’s what Jesus does for us,” she said. “He did all the work of saving us by dying for our sin, and He gives us strength when we grow tired. When we feel worn out from trying to do things on our own, we need to remember all He’s done for us and trust Him to lead us in the right direction.”

“Cool. Thanks, Mom!” The boys put on their knee pads and sailed off.

– Robin Steinweg

How About You?

Do you feel tired and worn out? Are there problems in your life you’re trying to fix on your own? Life can be difficult sometimes, but remember that if you trust in Jesus, He’s always with you. He’s strong enough to save you from sin, and He promises to give you strength when you face hard times. Trust Him to help you through difficulties and lead you in the right direction.

Today’s Key Verse: Psalm 27:14 Wait on the Lord; be of good courage, and He shall strengthen your heart; wait, I say, on the Lord! (NKJV)

Today’s Key Thought:

Jesus gives you strength