A major corporation conducted a study on the flight of geese. In their study they found that geese fly in a “V” formation with one goose in the lead. After a period of time, this goose relinquishes the lead to another goose. During flight they noticed head movements of the leader that seem to give signals to the other geese flying, perhaps to let the others know how he was doing. They estimate that the formation flight pattern reduces wind drag due to the lift the other birds receive and believe it increases their performance by up to 70 percent. Whenever one goose drops out, another goes with it. These geese do not catch up to the original pack, but join another group later.
Hold Tightly to What is Good ~Romans12:9
Dependence on others is a good thing. It can bring us into a unity of spirit that accomplishes much more with less effort while meeting needs for each of us. Christ talked a lot about unity among brothers and sisters. He said that others would know we are Christians by our love for one another and by our unity. We need to depend on others so that we don’t go it alone.
Trust God, my friends, and always tell him each one of your concerns.
God is our place of safety. ~Psalm 62:8
Thank you for walking and flying to great heights with us this year. While walking together we increase our strength. When we insist on going it alone we inevitably carry a load we were never intended to carry. God did not create us to go it alone. Although this semester and school year is ending, please remember that we stand in prayerful support of you and with you.And we want to hear how you are doing and the adventure you pursue!
Our door is always open to you, our Gero Students!
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Flight of the Geese adapted from Os Hillman