I have always enjoyed flying. I took my first flight when I
was 7 years old (at least that I can remember) and I loved it! The flight attendant’s taking care of my every need and
even giving me refills before I asked, the take-off and landing, and meeting
new people were always great events, but most of all I enjoyed meeting the
pilot and receiving some wings.
When I think of flying and the experience of being in the
air, I immediately think about life. There are so many elements of life that
coincide with taking a flight. Here is a list of just a few ways:
1)
In life we gain baggage. Baggage can be heavy or light and we try to carry it all
on, until we are forced to get into check. When we have someone finally tell us
“look, you have made a valiant effort, but there is no way you can handle that
baggage any longer. You need to check it in and let someone else take care of
it for you.” We cannot avoid carrying baggage; it’s all about how it’s packed
and if we can handle it well or let go of control to allow someone else to
help.
2)
Going through the security check point is the worst part, but so important. We need to do a
security check in life. We need to make sure we don’t have things that are
causing harm or will cause harm as we go forward. We need to assess our baggage
or pockets (or even an xray) to be aware of the inward issues that can slow
down our flight.
3)
I always check
the screen to make sure my flight is on time. We need to make sure we are
headed in the right direction or to the right location so we don’t miss the
flight. Our screen is found in the Bible and we need to know that our life is
headed to the right gate.
4)
Taking
off is an interesting feeling. You are buckled up, trying to get
comfortable and hoping the plane gets off the ground. When we move with Christ,
our life takes off and it is time to buckle up and enjoy the flight.
5)
Turbulence
is rough, but if you focus on the fact that you have no control of the flight
and the person in the pilot seat isn’t just playing dress up, but is the real
deal handling what he knows best. Turbulence isn’t always something we prepare
for, but we must remember we have a God who knows our struggles and will work
with us as we travel through the bumpy skies.
6)
Trusting
the landing gear is something one rarely thinks about. If the landing gear
doesn’t work we are sliding head first like an albatross, those poor birds, but
once again it’s not in our control. If God is in control and we do trust His
promises, then we believe no matter how we land, we end up the way He wanted. If
we are following Him wholeheartedly, then our landing will go smoothly and we
will end up at the correct destination.
Flying is great. Everyone should enjoy a good flight at
least once in their life. If we do look at life like a flight, then maybe we
will meet our pilot and possibly get the wings…or something like it.
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