Blessings of a Martin Colony

[Mstan]

This being my third year of a Martin Landlord has been such a blessing to me. The colony is thriving as it seems all thirty of the nesting boxes are occupied. I also have two boxes with tree swallows, one with Blue Birds and one possibly with House Wrens. This morning as I was reading the Word of God I heard a chirping that I did not recognize. When I looked out my screen door there stood on my deck a Blue Bird fledging, as if it was saying “ hey look I’m out and flying.” This made me think of how often birds are mentioned and used by God in the Bible. My favorite time of the day is between 7:30-8:00 in the evening as the Martins are busy getting that last meal before diving into their gourds. I have been giving the highest honor and privilege by the grace of God to Shepard a small fellowship of His people. I have found that as I carry out my duties and responsibilities in the Church that the same principles carry over to being a landlord. As an Elder I am responsible for the care and safety of Gods people. I must study to make sure I am feeding Gods flock with correct doctrine that they may grow and thrive in Christ. As a land lord I must protect the colony from their enemies and provide a safe environment. I have found it takes a due diligence with perseverance to have a healthy ,thriving colony. We battle the arch enemies,hosp and starlings and never give into them. We do nest checks to make sure parasites have not invaded along with always keeping a watchful eye on our colonies. We suffer loss and heartbreak but at the end when our colonies are thriving the joy and blessing are so much greater than all our trials and heartaches. I commend you all as landlords and encourage you to keep going. Always remember “ weeping may endure for a night,but joy comes in the morning.” Love and God bless you all.

[LCM]

Well put Mstan! May God shine his high favor upon you Brother.
Sincerely,
Linda from Many La.