Busy in the kitchen baking a birthday cake, I suddenly found
my thoughts interrupted by a cacophony of argumentative birds.
Outside the kitchen window, three or four birds were
discussing the merits of the different nesting boxes open to them. Watching their
antics was mesmerising, as they checked out one and then the other. I am not
sure if there was more than one couple who wanted the same hide-away, or if it
was a pair of birds disagreeing over which suited them better.
One has a perch, and easier access to the climbing rose. One
has a view of the sunsets. The interior design is identical.
Disputes arise among people over so many minute things that
in the end don’t matter. May I be wise enough, with your guidance, Lord, to
raise my eyes to higher perspectives when my attention is distracted by noisy
nonsense. Forgive us when we engage in tedious and ultimately unimportant
conflicts rather than focusing on the things that unite us.
May we be one, Lord, as you and the Father and the Spirit
are one. Sigh. Change our hearts. Transform our minds by the renewing of your
Holy Spirit.
Prince of Peace, reign in me today.
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