Based on: Now therefore, if ye will obey my voice indeed, and keep my covenant, then ye shall be a peculiar treasure unto me above all people: for all the earth is mine: (Exodus 19:5 KJV) Words by Neil Barham, 2005. (1962-) Music – Protection – from A Compilation of Genuine Church Music, by Joseph … Continue reading
Bible Conference and Birds in South Carolina
All scripture is given by inspiration of God, and is profitable for doctrine, for reproof, for correction, for instruction in righteousness: (2Ti 3:16) An American Robin, two Cardinals and a Mockingbird greeted us here in South Carolina. We also saw a Red-tailed Hawk circling over the campus of Bob Jones University (our Alma mater) and … Continue reading
Ian’s Bird of the Week – Weebill
Ian’s Bird of the Week – Weebill ~ by Ian Montgomery I’ve recently been reformatting the photo galleries of the Thornbills and Allies (Acanthizidae) on the website. This is a family of small, mostly insectivorous birds and here, with a length of 8-9cm/3.2-3.5in, is the diminutive Weebill. It is widespread in drier woodlands, including Mallee, … Continue reading
Birds of the Bible – Thrushes II
Storks, doves, swallows, and thrushes all know when it’s time to fly away for the winter and when to come back. But you, my people, don’t know what I demand. (Jeremiah 8:7 CEV) I recently added the Birds of the Bible – Thrushes page. It now appears in the Sidebar and in the Birds of … Continue reading
Birdwatching and Still Kicking Up Dust
You will show me the path of life; In Your presence is fullness of joy; At Your right hand are pleasures forevermore. (Psalms 16:11 NKJV) Some birdwatching has been going on around the yard and neighborhood. Every once in a while, I do get away from the computer and look around, though only nearby. Yet, … Continue reading
New Finch Species Shows Conservation
New Finch Species Shows Conservation, Not Macroevolution by Brian Thomas, M.S. * “Darwin’s finches” are a variety of small black birds that were observed and collected by British naturalist Charles Darwin during his famous voyage on the H.M.S. Beagle in the early 1800s. Years later, Darwin argued that subtle variations in their beak sizes supported … Continue reading
Do Migratory Birds Practice Preventative Medicine?
Do Migratory Birds Practice Preventative Medicine? by Brian Thomas, M.S. * “Before a long migration, certain birds shift from an insect diet to eating fruits such as berries. Researchers once thought that this added carbohydrate reserves as fuel for the journey. But a new study out of the University of Rhode Island suggests that … Continue reading
Return Of The Robins – by Dorothy (Dot) Belle Malcolm
Return Of The Robins by Dorothy (Dot) Belle Malcolm – on February 27, 2011 On the way to church I thought I saw them; however, they flew so fast back and forth I wasn’t sure. The next day I was sure! The Robins had returned. Only a few were in my trees. At first I … Continue reading
Ian’s Bird Of The Week – Yellow-spotted Honeyeater
Ian’s Bird Of The Week – Yellow-spotted Honeyeater ~ by Ian Montgomery Newsletter – 03-13-11 I’ve been working on the Honeyeater galleries on the website recently and a Yellow-spotted Honeyeater showed up outside my house a few days ago, pushing this species into the foreground when I was contemplating the choice of this week’s bird. … Continue reading
Formed By Him – The Kakapo
And wild animals shall meet with hyenas; the wild goat shall cry to his fellow; indeed, there the night bird settles and finds for herself a resting place. (Isaiah 34:14 ESV) The Kakapo (Strigops habroptila) is another unique bird Formed by the Creator. The following articles will introduce you to a New Zealand bird that … Continue reading
Interesting Things – Mantis’s Hearing
Incline your ear, and come unto me: hear, and your soul shall live; and I will make an everlasting covenant with you, even the sure mercies of David. (Isaiah 55:3 KJV) All insects that hear, except one, have two ears. Some insects have ears on their legs, thorax or abdomen. However, they all follow the … Continue reading
Birds in Hymns – Get Close To Jesus
Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen. (Matthew 28:20 KJV) Birds in Hymns – Get Close To Jesus Words by Alice Larry Woodcock Music by Alice Larry Woodcock Get Close To Jesus Whene’er your trials are … Continue reading
