Lecture Notes: God Identifying with Two Animals

Key Animals Identified with God

1. The Eagle

• Symbolism in the Bible:
  • God frequently identifies with the eagle in the Bible.
  • Phrases include "I will bear you up on wings like an eagle" and "I like an eagle will stir my nest."
• Leadership Characteristics:
  • The eagle is considered the leader of the bird kingdom.
  • Known for its vision:
    • Eagles possess extraordinary vision, capable of seeing 5 miles away in detail.
    • This vision is referred to as Optica vision, which allows the eagle to spot prey from great distances.

2. The Lion

• Symbolism in the Bible:
  • God identifies with the lion as "the lion of Judah."
  • The lion is the leader of the animal kingdom despite not being the largest, strongest, or most intelligent.
• Leadership Characteristics:
  • The lion represents attitude:
    • Exhibits a great sense of confidence and courage.
    • Not afraid of larger animals like elephants or giraffes.
    • Demonstrates self-confidence regardless of the opponent's size or strength.

Leadership Qualities

• Eagle: Vision is key to its success. The eagle's ability to see clearly from great distances makes it a top predator and leader.
• Lion: Attitude defines the lion's leadership. Confidence and courage allow it to lead and dominate the jungle despite size or power.

Leadership Definition

• Leadership is the capacity to influence others through inspiration generated by a passion motivated by a vision which is birthed from a conviction produced by a purpose.

Reflection

• The lecture emphasizes the importance of vision and attitude in leadership.
• God’s identification with these animals highlights these qualities as essential for leading effectively and defying conventional definitions of leadership.

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This lecture provides insight into why God identifies with the eagle and lion, illustrating that true leadership is not about physical attributes but rather about vision and attitude.