OUTDOOR TRUTHS

You may think that sitting in the deer woods or on the river is boring. It’s anything but boring. When the sun comes up, the community of animals, fish, and insects go to work. The night shift is going home, and the day shift is making their way to the job at hand. It’s another day on the wilderness expressway. Every creature has a particular purpose.

It may be the “stay at home” doe whose daily task is raising and protecting that young fawn that can’t seem to keep his nose out of everything. It may be the chipmunk who sprints from one place to another, gathering up the materials to winterize his home. Or it may be the small spider who will patiently spin her web at the nearest food mart in order to provide the necessary sustenance. Sounds like us, doesn’t it? But, if you look closer, you will see a major difference. In the wild animal world, there are no signs of worry, stress or doubt. They are persistent, yes. But they make time every day for fun,

fellowship and even naps. They know it is the God of the universe who will provide for them. He always has, so there is no need to worry or doubt or get stressed out. It seems they know the bible says, “Look at the birds. They don’t plant or harvest or store food in barns, for your heavenly Father feeds them.” And it seems they have read where the scripture says, “Look at the lilies of the field and how they grow. They don’t work or make their clothing.” I wonder, however, if we know the rest of that verse. It says, “And if God cares so wonderfully for wildflowers that are here today and thrown into the fire tomorrow, he will certainly care for you.” You know, I have never seen an animal worry.

And if an animal doesn’t need to worry about its provision and protection, how much more should we, who are made in His image and carry the very presence of God within

us?

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Gary Miller

gary@outdoortruths.org

Gary Miller has written Outdoor Truths articles for 21 years. He has also written five books which include compilations of his articles and a father/son devotional. He also speaks at wild-game dinners and men’s events for churches and associations. Stay updated on Outdoor Truths each week by subscribing at Outdoortruths.org