Monday, April 20, 2015

God Feeds the Birds... a Bread Stick? :)



We know that God feeds the birds of the air....  

This time, He used a Little Caeser's bread stick to feed them. :)





 We stopped at Little Caeser's Pizza and while some in the family went in to buy the pizza, I watched the birds. These sparrows were eating... and fighting over... a breadstick on the pavement.

Now, that bread stick is pretty large compared to those little birds... and it seemed that they could share, but they fought over it.

When I first saw the scene, there was only one bird at the bread stick... but others came quickly, so I can understand the one sparrow defending his "find".

 There was much movement as they pecked at the bread and tried to pick it up.

 This went on for a while... back and forth. They were able to eat a little, but wanted the whole thing. 

 All of a sudden, one of the birds picked up the whole bread stick... and flew with it. I wish I had gotten that photo, but it happened so quickly. It sure looked funny to see that little tiny sparrow flying with that long bread stick.





















 After carrying it over, the bird stayed in that spot to eat the bread... all alone.... with no competition.  

Actually, just before we left the area, I saw the sparrow on the right in the picture above, turn and start to walk toward the bread stick again,  so I assume to battle continued.

 It was entertaining to watch and I'm glad we saw the little drama that played out in the parking lot that day. I am reminded of what God says in Scripture....

 "Fear ye not therefore, ye are of more value than many sparrows."  Matthew 10:31

 I hope you have a great week... and if your heart is heavy with burdens, I hope you will remember that God values us more than those sparrows He continues to feed. May we walk faithfully with Him this week... and learn to trust Him more.  Thank you for visiting my blog today. :)

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19 comments:

  1. CherylApril 20, 2015 at 10:18 PM

    I am so thankful to be serving a God Who cares so much about His creation...right down to the tiny sparrows! Think how much more He loves you and me! I am praying for you, sweet friend. :)

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    1. Gentle JoyApril 22, 2015 at 8:51 AM

      That is true.... there are sparrows all over the place and I know many people dislike them... I find they remind me of God's care for us. :) Thank you for visiting... when I first saw your comment, I smiled... it was good to find in the morning. :)

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  2. Marilyn @ MountainTopSpiceApril 21, 2015 at 10:36 AM

    Great thought Gentle Joy - it is wonderful that in watching God's creatures they can amaze us with gentle life lessons!

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    1. Gentle JoyApril 22, 2015 at 9:00 AM

      Thank you... it is wonderful to see the creatures God has made... and what they do. :) Thank you for visiting.

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  3. doodles n daydreamsApril 22, 2015 at 2:42 AM

    Nature can be fascinating to watch - and entertaining as well.

    Diana

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    1. Gentle JoyApril 22, 2015 at 9:01 AM

      Yes, it is a wonderful activity. :) Thank you for visiting.

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  4. StephanieApril 22, 2015 at 10:37 AM

    Such a delightful post, my friend. God cares for all of His creation...what a joy and blessing!

    Always a pleasure to have you link up with Roses of Inspiration.

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    1. Gentle JoyApril 23, 2015 at 8:15 AM

      He does... and I am thankful. No detail is too little for Him to notice. :)

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  5. romanescu sinzianaApril 24, 2015 at 11:44 AM

    These are so cute!!! Love the images :). Stopping by from Friday Blog Booster.

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    1. Gentle JoyApril 24, 2015 at 2:22 PM

      They really were. :) Thank you for visiting.

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  6. KathleenApril 25, 2015 at 1:10 AM

    I just love sparrows for some reason, maybe because of the verse you quoted. I did a miniature painting of sparrows, you can see it here http://www.kaphotoart.com/gifts/ Just click on it to enlarge. I was once going to sell them but I don't have much time to paint now. I love your pics. Fridays Blog Booster Party

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    1. Gentle JoyApril 25, 2015 at 12:23 PM

      Sparrows are a bird I appreciate also... so busy and unassuming. I looked at your painting... you captured the sparrows well... and I like the green background which nicely offsets the birds. :) Thank you for visiting and sharing. :)

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  7. eileeninmdMay 9, 2015 at 6:02 AM

    Good Morning, cute series on the sparrows.. I think there was enough of the break stick for all the sparrows to share.. a great post! Thank you for linking up with my critter party..Have a happy weekend!

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    1. Gentle JoyMay 11, 2015 at 8:43 AM

      I would have thought they could share also, but they sure weren't willing to do that! :) Thank you for a great link up party... and for visiting.

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  8. LeaMay 9, 2015 at 7:02 AM

    Great series of photos and Bible verse, too

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    1. Gentle JoyMay 11, 2015 at 8:55 AM

      Thank you... it seems that God's Word can always fit in some way.... it is so applicable. :)

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  9. ifthethunderdontgetya™³²®©May 10, 2015 at 9:49 AM

    Feeding the multitude with one Little Caesar's breadstick!
    ~

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    1. Gentle JoyMay 11, 2015 at 8:57 AM

      True! That's cute. :) It was funny to see them so determined to have that breadstick. :)

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  10. Gentle JoyMay 11, 2015 at 8:53 AM

    They were funny... and cute. :)

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