by Hazel Straub
An American robin has nested close to my house. The male robin is extremely territorial and defends the area where the nest is from other robins. Robins have exceptional eyesight, which is better than human eyes. This male bird, however, has a problem. He thinks that his reflection is another bird threatening his territory and nesting mate. The robin spreads its wings with talons outstretched and repeatedly hits the window thinking he is attacking another bird invading his territory. He spends nearly 24 hours a day doing this, as we have the midnight sun now. He doesn’t spend much time sleeping but is vigilant. The only problem is he is fighting his own reflection exhausting himself needlessly.
Listening to Holy Spirit, I learned this is what many of us Christians do. We have keen eyesight but no wisdom and expend all our energy on attacking ourselves or another part of the body of Christ. Exhausting our strength and risking injury, we lack discernment about the true enemy. Ask God for wisdom, love your brothers and yourself.
Pure Glory 
So true! Why do we beat up ourselves and each other honey??
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By: GeorgeK on 06/10/2013
at 6:11 am
We believe lies about ourselves and others. Then the real enemy doesn’t get our attention and plays havoc in our lives.
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By: Pure Glory on 06/10/2013
at 7:23 am
Wow! This is excellent. I’m saving the link to reblog on Sunday! What a great parallel you’ve drawn.
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By: lessonsbyheart on 06/10/2013
at 10:08 am
Praise God for Holy Spirit who teaches us and leads us into all truth! The robin was very annoying but I asked what was the lesson in all of this? I then needed to share it. Appreciate your encouragement. 🙂
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By: Pure Glory on 06/10/2013
at 10:28 am
Okay, so I posted it on Saturday, instead. Thank you for the articles you share here. They really make me stop and think!
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By: lessonsbyheart on 06/15/2013
at 7:47 am
God is always speaking, even in trying circumstances. He wants us to stop and listen to what he has to say. Often we are too busy complaining or giving our take on the situation, that we forget to listen. He is our loving father and wants a close relationship with us. It’s good to know, it make’s you stop and think! 😀
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By: Pure Glory on 06/15/2013
at 9:55 am
this is so true. awesome example. I may have to borrow it to share with my young ppl.
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By: godcrazzzy on 06/10/2013
at 6:01 pm
It’s good to know that it spoke to you. By all means share it with your young people. The robin is still going at it. I’ll be glad when the fledglings hatch so he will be busy feeding them. It”s wonderful how Holy Spirit teaches us.
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By: Pure Glory on 06/10/2013
at 10:36 pm
me too. give me a follow up – plz. 🙂
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By: godcrazzzy on 06/10/2013
at 10:38 pm
I’m learning patience. We’ll see how it goes.
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By: Pure Glory on 06/10/2013
at 10:48 pm
Reblogged this on Lessons by Heart and commented:
It is our 17th anniversary today, so I’m spending it with my husband instead of writing.
In my absence, I am pleased to present this excellent article by Pure Glory. Be sure to visit her blog for other equally excellent and thought-provoking articles!
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Praise Jesus!
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By: lessonsbyheart on 06/15/2013
at 7:46 am
Happy 17th Anniversary! Celebrate and enjoy each other.
Thank you for the reblog. 🙂
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By: Pure Glory on 06/15/2013
at 9:46 am
The pleasure is all mine!
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By: lessonsbyheart on 06/15/2013
at 10:48 am
Happy Anniversary!
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By: bluebeadpublications on 06/15/2013
at 8:09 am
🙂
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By: Pure Glory on 06/15/2013
at 10:26 am