Podcasts religion Unity Church of Clearwater The Grace of Animals

The Grace of Animals

Published: Oct. 7, 2012, 3:42 p.m.

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Jesus taught that it is natural for a good shepherd to leave the ninety-nine sheep in his fold in order to rescue one little lost lamb. Well versed in the Torah, surely Jesus knew the story of the brave little donkey who wisely turned from the angel in her path, though it was invisible to the prophet Balaam. By grace, we learn intuitive wisdom through animals.

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We all know the story of Daniel in the lions\\u2019 den. By grace, we learn gentleness through animals.

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When Jesus entered Jerusalem, He fulfilled the prophecy by riding on the unbroken colt of a donkey. By grace, we learn receptivity through animals.

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Even the prophet Jonah, who thought he could hide from God\\u2019s mission for him, prayed from the belly of the \\u201cbig fish\\u201d and was delivered safely to the shore. By grace, we learn that God works through animals.

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This Sunday, we will spiritually \\u201cswim with the dolphins!\\u201d

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