Part 1 Giraffeology ~Get a Clear View

The Giraffe is one of my favourite animals in that I really think that we can learn so much about God's wisdom as we look at their marvelous design.

So I hope you will come along with me as I seek to listen to 'Wisdom' as she speaks through the silence of the dear quiet giraffe . *1

The first thing that struck me about the giraffe is that although they have tremendously long tongues (18 in.~45cm} they are by no means loud mouths.

No they are not mute like most think they are. They are by nature quiet animals. A trait that I greatly admire in others. As those of you who know me, being quiet is something I have to work at :) One that I value in my beloved husband and by God's grace I am learning to master more and more each day *2-4

The word says that in quietness and confidence we will find strength. *5

There is truly a certain strength that comes in (to use an old adage) 'Letting Go and Letting God'.

When life is a challenge and there are people or circumstances that make you just want to scream 'take it to Jesus' He is the only one who can calm the storm tossed soul.

But remember not to hold it all to yourself. The Holy Spirit is our comforter.*6

He desires nothing more than to come along side and help you in your times of need. He will be like 'Simon' who carried Jesus' cross. He will and did carry your cross (burdens).

So just turn the burden over to Him. *7 {By the way the very name Simon means one who listens closely with the intention of obeying. Isn't that just like the Holy Spirit}

And remember my 'Soroyaism' ;

Just because you feel it doesn't mean you have to own it

Oh and just in case you need a Jesus with skin on. (A person in the here and now)

He will send you others who will come alongside in your journey to help. They will be your Simon's that can help support you when you fall under the weight of the cross you are told to bear. But just remember that Jesus said take up your cross and follow Him. He never said for you to carry it alone. *8

So be at peace and let your quietness, perhaps not in words but in your trust in God. Give you strength! *5

And to help with a visual as to how much He carried for us 'Watch the Lamb' the song by Ray Bolts (click on the tab at the top of the page for the link)

More to come...

Later for now, Firedacer

1. Proverbs 2:6God gives wisdom out of His mouth comes knowledge and understanding.
2. Proverbs 15:2 The tongue of the wise uses knowledge rightly but the mouth of fools pours forth foolishly
3. Proverbs 21:23 Whoever guards his mouth and tongue keeps his soul from troubles.
4. Proverbs 12:18 There is one who speaks like the piercing of a sword but the tongue of the wise promotes health
5. Isaiah 30:15 ... in quietness and confidence shall be your strength
6. John 14:26 But the "The Comforter "...
7. Luke23:26 ... on Simon they laid the cross that he might bear it after Jesus (note here that Jesus went before the cross and Simon carried it after Jesus That is what God does for us)
8. Matt 16:24, Mark 8:34, Mark 10:21,Luke 9:23 ... Take up your cross and follow...