This is a good statement:
Rejoice in the characteristics of the work horse.
Some time ago I went for a ride with Jeb.
The most interesting event of my ride, with Jeb, was when he communicated with another massive Percheron; pulling another Pioneer type wagon. They met each other at a street intersection and communicated in their low, gentle, contented whinny from one horse to another. What were they saying? Don't have a clue. However, they seemed to enjoy their exchange of cheerful chitchat. Both, having ample beauty and strength to move along with heads held high and feathered thick hoofs clacking against the asphalt road, they trudged along without complaint or deep concern.
When weariness lingers, thoughts of Jeb come to mind.
Reasons to Follow:
The Percheron is a stunning breed of a draft horse, known as the work horse, with strong muscles stretching to their capacity to begin the pull of a heavy load, and then continues on in an easy stride. It is also known for being intelligent and obeying its master's commands.
Do we have heavy loads in our personal lives, requiring immense strength to achieve? And do we continue to do it at a positive pace? Yes, we pull and accomplish!
Adversity builds faith and courage.
Intelligence is an interesting word. There is a list of words attached to its meaning: cleverness, aptitude, intellect, brains, astuteness, sharpness -- all leading to the question; how can I gain such a trait? The bright ones say, "Listen, listen, listen, read, read, read, and seek diligently and experience the zest of extensive knowledge."
Wisdom is beauty.
To the Percheron, obedience is the watch word. Does he not follow the commands of his master? We also must follow our chosen leaders and obey; doing so will bring us the sensation of honorable achievement.
Compliance communicates respect.
Lather Up:
Emil Hanson wrote: There is a story about a farmer who took his old work house into town every year when the county fair was going on. He would enter him into the Quarter horse races. He was asked why he entered that old plug into the races when he knew he would come in last. His reply was, "Well I just like to have him lather up in good company." We too need to lather up with our choice of good people around us; giving us courage and power to maneuver along the hectic roads of life in good style.
Remember: Whoever you're with, wherever you are, whatever you do - do it with CLASS!
Percherons in the United States generally stand between 66 to 71 inches in height.
The average in weight is about 1,900 pounds with their top weight being around 2,600 pounds.
They are generally gray or black in coloring.
The head has a straight profile, broad forehead, large eyes and small ears. The chest is deep and wide and the croup long and level. The feet and legs are clean and heavily muscled. Overall impression of the Percheron is one of power and ruggedness;
temperament proud and alert.
To the Percheron, the work horse, and to all of my wonderful treasured readers, I have written my thoughts regarding God's creation of such a magnificent animal.
He, the massive Percheron pulls his load.
His master expecting much has commanded it.
The mighty one, not knowing the reason for the burden
Calls within himself for strength to pull his assignment.
Obedience is his creed.
Without hesitation, he pulls, and he will succeed.
Will I?
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The strong characteristics of the work horse,
if used properly, are a sturdy foundation for rejoicing.
The next post will spotlight
"The Unusual."
"The Unusual."
Keep smiling and know the Lord loves you.
Beautiful post. Many things to think about. Thanks for this comparison. I will think about it and my relationship to my work ethic for time to come.
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