Swifts
‘Apodidae’ Is the scientific name given to a family of birds of which the swift (Apus Apus) is a member.
Apodidae means ‘without feet’ which, whist not specifically true, describes their lifestyle.
A Swift is unique in the avian world in that it rarely lands anywhere! It lives its life on the wing — eating, sleeping, drinking, whilst airborne.
It rarely, if ever, lands, walks, or even perches because it cannot do so without great difficulty.
Its shape in flight is unmistakeable too being rather like a flying scimitar, and it often gathers together with its kind in groups — flying around, often swooping and soaring, all the time screaming loudly.
I was watching a group of birds, Swifts, flying around our house this morning.
They were making a lot of noise, common with their species, and they were performing the most amazing aerial ballet spectacularly.
I watched them, once again in awe of their agility on the wing, but more importantly, in awe of Gods creation.
That’s when The LORD spoke, “These are like my intercessors!”
How so LORD?
“They rarely land, are never off duty, they rarely sleep, are always on watch, and they always communicate to the rest of the flock loud enough for the world to hear them!”
He continued, “They soar to the heights to see what’s happening around them, then they swoop, screaming, to tell or warn everyone else.
They don’t rest a lot, and even when they do, they’re still on duty, aware of what’s happening around them!
This is why I love My intercessors so much.
I listen to them and they listen to me. Intercessors and prophets are ‘My Tribe’ in that they have My ear, and I have their ears! We communicate with each other like no others do.
I have anointed and mantled each of them personally because they are spiritually aware and they will do whatever I ask of them!
No, they are not My favourites — I don’t have favourites — I love you all the same — but I use them, because they have surrendered and they are willing!
They are My Earthly Army’s Communications Group!”
~ Chris G. Bennett
Chris Bennett came to salvation in 1962 but didn’t begin ministry until 2007 — a late-comer! Now mandated by The LORD to prophesy and open old wells of revival in the U.K., but especially in Wales. He has also operated Healing Rooms, and worked with deliverance teams, all with his wife, Linda. Happily now doing whatever The LORD asks of them! Founder, with wife Linda, of their ministry The Upper Room Encounter.
Yes Amen praise Almighty the living God
Same here ! They show up more frequently and louder than before. I love these birds. Here they are the red kites, called milanes or “Royal consecration”. They are everywhere I go or they fly close to the car. They often come close to the balcony, it seems they are greeting me. I am always reminded that GOD’s Wings are protecting me, surrounding me. They other animal that does the same is the white butterfly. Even friends and family notice it when being with me. Thank you for sharing your observation.