Nest Rules

“As a bird that wandereth from her nest, so is a man that wandereth from his place.” (Proverbs 27:8)

From observation, birds have specific duties: eat to fulfill daily needs, find mates, build nests, start families, and tend families. Birds’ nests are usually made in a protected area, out of easy reach to predators and humans; wandering away from the nest or neglect of the eggs invite certain doom. Caring for the little ones is a top priority; they are beak-fed and taught to strengthen their wings in preparation for flight. When ready to venture from the nest, they are trained to find food but are still immature and need protection and nurturing. Not following the nest rules puts the chick in grave danger—his eagerness to go his way often leads to his death.

The biblical principle of wandering away from your “place” (where you are supposed to be) puts not only yourself but those in your charge at risk. God loves you, nurturing and supplying your daily needs. When you step away from His provisions and protective care, you are vulnerable to attack from the enemy and predators of this world who want to destroy you and those you love.

Just as danger awaits a nest of eggs left unattended by a wandering bird, so it is for people who wander from where they are supposed to be—content under the care of their Maker.