We Weren't The First!!

And to all the animals of the earth, and to every bird of the air, and to all the creatures that move on the ground—everything that has the breath of life in it—I give every green plant for food.” It was so.

Genesis 1:30 

 

If you remember the creation story in Genesis, you will remember that People were NOT the first of God's creations.  You will also remember that before Eve, God brought all the animals to Adam so he could name them (looking for a suitable helper for Adam).

 

“I think dogs are the most amazing creatures; they give unconditional love. For me, they are the role model for being alive.” - Comedienne Gilda Radner

 

I am convinced that God uses animals to teach us.  For example, think about the unconditional love our pets give us.  We can learn from them to GIVE unconditional love in return.  Think of the things our pets do that make us smile, laugh and say "awwww."  We can learn from them to cheer each other up.  Think of how our pets know when we are sad or upset and they try to remind us that they love us.  We can learn to do the same for others.

 

“If you think dogs can’t count, try putting three dog biscuits in your pocket and then give him only two of them.” - Author Phil Pastoret  

 

And remember that God made the animals wise.  They don't waste a lot of time working themselves do death, we are the ones who do that.  They don't waste a lot of time hoarding, we do that.  We can learn from ALL of God's creations, isn't it about time to start?