The only way to go

1. DR. JAMES E. MARTIN

2. The eagle is one of the most beautiful and majestic of all created
beings. It is the national symbol of this great nation, representing great
strength and power. Many will drive for hours hoping to get a brief
glimpse of one.
To “soar with eagles” is a pursuit that many have in life. This is true
in social, economic, political, religious, athletic, and many more areas of
one’s life. Some have thought that accumulation of wealth or praise
from peers proves ones ultimate success in achieving this goal. If this
life was all that there is, this could possibly be a reasonable conclusion.
Since, however, this life is not the final conclusion of all things, perhaps
there is some other yardstick whereby one should measure success.
In the few words to follow, please consider with me the realization of
successfully “soaring with eagles”, according to the Word of God.
“But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength;
they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not
be weary; and they shall walk and not faint.” ISAIAH 40:31
This verse sums up all that could ever be needed to realize success in
the pursuit of “soaring with eagles.”The first step in the process, and the
one upon which all else hangs, is the admonition to “wait upon the
LORD.” This must begin with assurance that one knows Him in more
than mental assent only. One cannot “wait” on someone if there is even
a remote possibility that he may not even exist. Paul, the Apostle, said:

3. “…for I know whom I have believed and am persuaded
that He is able to keep that which I have committed unto
Him against that day.” II Timothy 1:12
There was:
 no hesitancy in his confidence.
 no doubt concerning his trust.
 absolute assurance in his assertion.
To “wait upon” can have several meanings:
1. To not proceed ahead of, so one can “catch up”
2. To serve (in the sense of a “waiter”)
3. To do nothing, expecting something to happen
4. To be hoping for something
5. To be available
This is the primary requirement for each of us if
we desire to soar with eagles in the sense that we
mount up with eagles’ wings.
Space forbids commentary on each of these, but it should be
obvious to the discerning reader that each of these definitions
revolves around the idea of absolute trust in and dependence
upon the LORD.
“Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto
thine own understanding.In all thy ways acknowledge Him,
and He shall direct thy paths.” Proverbs 3:5,6

4. Once the issue of “waiting on the LORD” is settled, then, according to the
passage in Isaiah, there are several consequential benefits.
First, there is the promise of renewed strength. This is always something
that should be desired in any aspect of ones life. When one’s things seem to
be going all askew, there is a “peace that passeth understanding” that the child
of God can rely on. When the one who has no knowledge of God is all
dismayed, or worried about the outcome of a particular situation, the one who
is “waiting on the LORD” can find strength to persevere through whatever test
may come in his/her life. “For God hath not given us the spirit of fear;
but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind.” II Timothy 1:7
Secondly, they are told that they will mount up with wings as eagles. This has
been briefly referred to already, but there is much to be gleaned from this idea.
To be able to “soar” as the eagle does should give great consolation to all. To
be able to “fly” above the enemy with knowledge of superior strength should
be of great encouragement. To have the endurance to realize victory at the
end of the battle should cause one to determine that quitting is never an
option. To have vision as an eagle implies that one is better able to discern
when attacks are begun and solutions are sought..
“But seek ye first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these
things shall be added unto you.” Matthew 6:33

5. • Thirdly. They shall run and not be weary. The last part of this phrase
is obviously something that should be greatly desired. To run the course
of life is something that we each must do until it comes to an end. We
do not have options in reference to the fact that once begun, it will run
until such time that it ceases. The period of time between the beginning
and ending points is, however, that with which we do have options. We,
therefore, must repeatedly make decisions as to how we run. The writer
of Hebrews admonishes:
“… and let us run with patience the race that is set before us,
Looking unto Jesus, the author and finisher of our faith...”
Hebrews 12:1,2
In Galatians we read:
“And let us not be weary in well doing, for in due season we
shall reap, if we faint not.” Galatians 6:9
Weariness is, for the believer, something that should not be present.
This is something, however, that is a common trait in many. To be able
to consistently practice this injunction, one must be drawing strength
from a Source that is endless in supply.
• Fourthly, those that “wait on the LORD” are told that they shall
walk and not faint. Much is taught in the Bible in reference to how one
is to walk. In Amos 3:3, the question “Can two walk together except
they be agreed”, clearly teaches that one must be in agreement with
God to walk correctly with Him.
“See then that ye walk circumspectly…”
Ephesians 5:15

6. To walk circumspectly means that your walk is such that you walk
prudently. You are unwilling to act without first appraising the
consequences of your action.
“So then, every one of us shall give an account of himself to God.”
Romans 14:12
Much more could be addressed but space forbids. To “soar with
eagles” is certainly possible. It should, therefore be pursued by all.
“… walk in the Spirit and ye shall not fulfill the lust of the flesh.”
Galatians 5:16

7. “You will never see an eagle of
distinction flying low with pigeons of
mediocrity.”
― Onyi Anyado

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