March 3, 2013

Hangin with the 'Hen' Crowd

As each day brings us closer to Spring, the chances increase of seeing a gobbler putting on a show for the ladies during the early morning hours. Have you been seeing any strutting toms around yet this year? I have seen a few, and there is one that I got a glimpse of Friday morning that I cannot help but write about. So here goes - there is one residence that I pass by each morning on the way to work where a flock of chickens are usually moving about in front of the house. On this particular morning, a quick glance in that direction signaled to me that something seemed out of place. I looked again and noticed that there was a lone tom turkey beginning to strut in the yard right up in the middle of the chickens. I have heard the expression "It's hard to soar like an eagle when you are surrounded by turkeys", but this scenario brought those expectations down to an even lower level! At any rate, he certainly looked out of place, as well as a bit confused by the reactions of the chickens to his presence amongst them.

1 Corinthians 15:33 (NASB)
"Do not be deceived: Bad company corrupts good morals."

Colossians 3:22-23 (NASB)
"Slaves, in all things obey those who are your masters on earth, not with external service, as those who merely please men, but with sincerity of heart, fearing the Lord. Whatever you do, do your work heartily, as for the Lord rather than for men, knowing that from the Lord you will receive the reward of the inheritance. It is the Lord Christ whom you serve."

I have been thinking back on this scene, and the Lord has brought a couple of important lessons to my mind which correspond with the location and behavior of this obviously confused turkey. First, it is a reminder that we are going to be affected in some way by the company that we keep. The behaviors, decisions and demeanor of the folks that we hang around eventually rub off on us - we are become like them, and this either improves us or degrades us. This tom turkey is certainly not going to be encouraged to become all he can be by hanging around a group of animals that have no knowledge of how to be a boss gobbler. Similarly, we are not going to be encouraged to become the best example of Christ that we can be by choosing to spend time with folks that will not help us achieve this goal, have no understanding of what it is to be Christ-like, and do not exemplify Him on a regular basis. We are going to be influenced by those we hang around, so choose your company wisely!

The second lesson that the Lord revealed is that, regardless of what we are doing, we should go at it as if we are working for the Lord, rather than in an effort to gain man's attention and acceptance. I admit that I struggle on occasion with not receiving recognition for my works and accomplishments, or at least a simple thank you or acknowledgment that it was noticed. I need to be reminded that if I am doing what the Lord has called me to do, then I should rest in that alone, rather than base my worth and the quality of my works on the comments and opinions of people around me. This tom turkey was likely confused why these chickens were not responding to his impressive display of strutting like turkey hens normally do. Similarly, we should not be surprised or disappointed when those around us who do not share our unique set of gifts and passions do not acknowledge or compliment us on our works and deeds. We must remember that it is the Lord that has instructed us to carry out that work to meet an end goal that may only be understood by Him at that time.

Guys, what is this example saying to you today? Do you need to reevaluate who you are spending time around? Do you need to reevaluate why and for whom you do the things that you do? Seek out Christ for His revelations today. - GE

Tip of the week
Start checking out your hunting grounds well ahead of the start of turkey season to determine where the flock is roosting and moving to during the course of a normal day. If you can start scouting now to listen to how the flock communicates, gauge the habits and mannerisms of the boss gobbler, pattern the flock's movements, and key in on available food sources, then you will have a better chance of putting all the pieces together come opening day.

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