The Migration of Eagles
Posted by Rebecca | Labels: Prophecy | Posted On Friday, January 8, 2010 at 6:48 PM
November was unusually windy. Gusts were expected up to 70 miles an hour, not a typical thing you see in the heartland. As we begin this new decade of 2010, I have pondered God’s direction and influence over this season. I try not to miss the subtle breath of God’s voice as He speaks to me. Often I see in nature the change that He is bringing. This time is no different. While journaling November 20th of this past year, the Lord showed me a vision of eagles. In the vision, I saw someone trying to put an eagle in a box, a box too small for the enormous bird to possibly fit. The Lord spoke to me and said,
“The eagle has outgrown the box. It must be released to fly. It is time for eagles to migrate.” Days later, I had another vision of eagles. This time I saw a person, in a military blue jacket, being made ready for ceremony. Behind the blue coat was a gun salute, and eagles were released. The Lord again said,
“This is the season of eagle migration. Many are being suited for new authority this year. Rise above your circumstances and soar. Receive your new marching orders.”
I decided to research a bit on the migration of eagles only to discover that the National Weekend of Eagle Migration began November 20th! I knew God was revealing His direction for the coming season and the new decade we have entered.
Eagles are clearly a symbol of the prophetic, and God wants all who are called to this ministry to know that it is time to soar higher and receive their new assignment. There are many lessons to consider in a time of so much talk about “climate change.” So, here are a few things to consider as you ponder how to get out of the box of the last decade and into the winds of change this new season.
According to Webster, Migration refers to “directed, regular, or systematic movement of a group.”
The thing to remember here is that we must “keep in step with the Spirit.” This systematic, movement of the Spirit requires us to pay close attention to God’s voice. For those in the prophetic, seasonal change comes with us having expectation and partnering with God’s directional shift. We cannot get stuck in ruts, or settle for old forms and patterns. As seasons and times change, we must be sensitive to move with that change. The wind of the Spirit lifts us to new heights and shifts us in new directions, so we cannot get too settled in our ways.
Studies have shown that birds that miss the migration process find themselves displaced and looking for shelter. When we miss the course God has for us, we find ourselves disillusioned by our surroundings. As Graham Cooke says,
“When the opportunity of a lifetime comes, you must move within the lifetime of that opportunity.” Things can pass us by when we do not regularly and systematically wait on the Lord. To stay the course will mean getting before the Lord and abiding in Him. The Lord is our source for knowing where we are going and what we are to be doing. It is the difference in following our own instinct or His will. He alone gives us “wings like eagles to renew our strength” as we follow Him into new territory.
Migration in the Spirit means to embrace new surroundings and take new ground. This becomes particularly difficult if we are bogged down by the circumstances of life. As children of God, we can overcome our circumstances by getting a higher view. We need to trust in the Lord to show us a bigger picture. Many times our focus on the mundane problems of life is what keeps us grounded. Flying at new heights, and moving where God wants to take us, requires risk. This means we have to look with the eyes of our heart. Using your prophetic eyes will help you soar over the mountaintops of your daily concerns and get an eagle’s-eye-view of what is happening in the spirit. Somehow, a breath of fresh spiritual air tends to make the circumstances seem very small. As scripture says, “Look from heaven to earth.” A spiritual perspective changes everything.
Eagles migrate by means of a particular wind known as “thermal wind gradient”. In essence, this is a shift in elevation that establishes the velocity of a jet stream to carry the eagle faster than normal. When an eagle catches this wind, they can soar at amazing speeds. Thermals put eagles on a path that enable them to fly effortlessly, conserving energy. How do we catch this type of wind in the Spirit? We must put ourselves on the path the Lord has placed us. He is the one who elevates us to new heights, showing us a new zenith. When we operate in alignment with His direction and will, acceleration occurs without effort. If the course He has set for us is higher than we have been before, we must catch the updraft of His power in order to reach our destination. We cannot do this in our own strength, nor can we fly alone. Eagles migrate in flocks. Being connected to other eagles, those in the prophetic, brings accountability and confirmation of direction.
This year, as you seek God for the new current of change that is coming in your life, be prepared to move with the Spirit. This will come with a challenge to get the right preparation and training. Consider taking a class or attending a prophetic conference. If you find yourself frustrated about being grounded, ask the Lord to give you an aerial view for your life. The winds of change are here. It is time for the eagles to migrate.
May the Spirit carry you,
Rebecca Holihan
For information on conferences and prophetic classes visit our website:
www.daytonvineyard.com and look under prayer ministry for details.
“The eagle has outgrown the box. It must be released to fly. It is time for eagles to migrate.” Days later, I had another vision of eagles. This time I saw a person, in a military blue jacket, being made ready for ceremony. Behind the blue coat was a gun salute, and eagles were released. The Lord again said,
“This is the season of eagle migration. Many are being suited for new authority this year. Rise above your circumstances and soar. Receive your new marching orders.”
I decided to research a bit on the migration of eagles only to discover that the National Weekend of Eagle Migration began November 20th! I knew God was revealing His direction for the coming season and the new decade we have entered.
Eagles are clearly a symbol of the prophetic, and God wants all who are called to this ministry to know that it is time to soar higher and receive their new assignment. There are many lessons to consider in a time of so much talk about “climate change.” So, here are a few things to consider as you ponder how to get out of the box of the last decade and into the winds of change this new season.
According to Webster, Migration refers to “directed, regular, or systematic movement of a group.”
The thing to remember here is that we must “keep in step with the Spirit.” This systematic, movement of the Spirit requires us to pay close attention to God’s voice. For those in the prophetic, seasonal change comes with us having expectation and partnering with God’s directional shift. We cannot get stuck in ruts, or settle for old forms and patterns. As seasons and times change, we must be sensitive to move with that change. The wind of the Spirit lifts us to new heights and shifts us in new directions, so we cannot get too settled in our ways.
Studies have shown that birds that miss the migration process find themselves displaced and looking for shelter. When we miss the course God has for us, we find ourselves disillusioned by our surroundings. As Graham Cooke says,
“When the opportunity of a lifetime comes, you must move within the lifetime of that opportunity.” Things can pass us by when we do not regularly and systematically wait on the Lord. To stay the course will mean getting before the Lord and abiding in Him. The Lord is our source for knowing where we are going and what we are to be doing. It is the difference in following our own instinct or His will. He alone gives us “wings like eagles to renew our strength” as we follow Him into new territory.
Migration in the Spirit means to embrace new surroundings and take new ground. This becomes particularly difficult if we are bogged down by the circumstances of life. As children of God, we can overcome our circumstances by getting a higher view. We need to trust in the Lord to show us a bigger picture. Many times our focus on the mundane problems of life is what keeps us grounded. Flying at new heights, and moving where God wants to take us, requires risk. This means we have to look with the eyes of our heart. Using your prophetic eyes will help you soar over the mountaintops of your daily concerns and get an eagle’s-eye-view of what is happening in the spirit. Somehow, a breath of fresh spiritual air tends to make the circumstances seem very small. As scripture says, “Look from heaven to earth.” A spiritual perspective changes everything.
Eagles migrate by means of a particular wind known as “thermal wind gradient”. In essence, this is a shift in elevation that establishes the velocity of a jet stream to carry the eagle faster than normal. When an eagle catches this wind, they can soar at amazing speeds. Thermals put eagles on a path that enable them to fly effortlessly, conserving energy. How do we catch this type of wind in the Spirit? We must put ourselves on the path the Lord has placed us. He is the one who elevates us to new heights, showing us a new zenith. When we operate in alignment with His direction and will, acceleration occurs without effort. If the course He has set for us is higher than we have been before, we must catch the updraft of His power in order to reach our destination. We cannot do this in our own strength, nor can we fly alone. Eagles migrate in flocks. Being connected to other eagles, those in the prophetic, brings accountability and confirmation of direction.
This year, as you seek God for the new current of change that is coming in your life, be prepared to move with the Spirit. This will come with a challenge to get the right preparation and training. Consider taking a class or attending a prophetic conference. If you find yourself frustrated about being grounded, ask the Lord to give you an aerial view for your life. The winds of change are here. It is time for the eagles to migrate.
May the Spirit carry you,
Rebecca Holihan
For information on conferences and prophetic classes visit our website:
www.daytonvineyard.com and look under prayer ministry for details.
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