GEESE TALK

GEESE TALK

When we see geese flying in “V” formation, we should consider what science has discovered regarding the reason they fly that way. As each bird flaps its wings, it creates an uplift for the bird immediately behind. By flying in “V” formation, the whole flock creates a 71 percent greater flying range than if each bird flew along on its own.

Whenever a goose falls out of formation, it suddenly feels the drag and resistance of going it alone – and quickly gets back into formation to take advantage of the lifting power of the bird in front. Likewise, people who share a common direction and sense of community get where they are going more rapidly and smoothly because they travel utilizing the emotional and spiritual thrust of one another. If we have the same common sense as a goose, we will stay in formation with people who are headed in the same direction.

When the lead goose grows tired, it rotates back in the wing and another goose then flies point. It is sensible to take turns doing demanding jobs, whether it be with migrating geese or with mission-minded people.

Geese honk from behind to encourage those up front to keep up their speed. What messages are we giving to those in our ‘life formation’ – whether they are in front or behind?

Finally, when a goose gets sick or wounded and falls out of formation, two other geese fall out with that goose and follow it down to lend support and protection. They stay with the fallen goose until it is able to fly or until it dies, and only then do they launch out on their own, or with another formation to catch up with their group. If we have the wisdom of geese, we will stand by each other just like that.

Sisters and brothers, be continually blessed, and please (above all else) MAKE SURE YOU ARE READY TO MEET OUR SOON COMING KING. Maranatha!