Daughter Sing Softly
Daughter Sing Softly
By Lesli A. Westfall
Along with the visit of winter comes the wet, dull, silent days and gray landscape, even in Southeast Texas. On the other hand, there is always a turn between the seasons. The brightness of spring is just around the corner. And God, in His unique, loving way, proves to us a sign through the things we love and when we need it the most. I love birds, truly, any kind of bird! However, one of my favorites is the cardinal. It’s indigenous to some parts of North and South America. An attractive bird to say the least! Bright red feathers, black bill, a metallic chirp with a sweet, crystal clear melodic song…and my most favorite feature, for the most part, the male and female are always together.
For the last two weeks, right outside our bedroom at daybreak there has been a cardinal singing, loudly, wakening me morning after morning. (that’s him in the picture!) In the deepest sleep, I would hear the bird’s song, and smile, knowing that God is near. The daily morning concerts continued. Then, one particular day for my daily devotion, I opened my Bible and my eyes fell upon this scripture:
“…one arises to the sound of the bird, and the daughters of song sing softly.” Ecclesiastes 12:4
Wow! How personal God truly is to you and me. He knows how much I love birds. The little feathered beings always reminded me of the Creator. He placed it in a strategic place to sing, then He led me to His Word and gave instruction for the moment: while waiting for the desire of my heart to become a mother; daughter, sing softly. In our waiting the Creator of life desires for us to worship Him.
In doing a word search about the cardinal, I found some interesting characteristics. The word ‘cardinal’ originates from the Latin word ‘hinge.’ A hinge helps a door or gate to turn. Could this sweet bird be a sign there is a turn in the change of seasons of our lives? Could the waiting to become a mother or answer to a long awaited prayer be a turn from winter’s silent, dull barren landscape to spring?
Scripture for reflection: “Give me a sign of your goodness, that my enemies may see it and be put to shame, for you, O Lord, have helped me and comforted me.” Psalm 86:17
Prayer for the day: “Heavenly Father, I ask that you show me a sign of your goodness! I need it Lord. I thank you for your faithfulness to me, even in the littlest things. Comfort and help me as I wait upon you for the desires of my heart!” In Jesus’ name, Amen.
All scripture from The Holy Bible, New International Version, Thomas Nelson Inc., 1991.
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For those of you who’ve been subscribers to DUBL blog for some time now you might see a repeat post or two over the next several weeks or so. I’m taking some time off of ministry/blogging to take care of me.
Thanks for understanding and for your prayers.
xoxo,
Lesli