THE HORSE AS YOUR TEACHER

When horses think of freedom, they probably imagine green pastures and open ranges. They don't think of reins, saddles, or bits. We as humans think freedom and success come with piles of money, unlimited pleasures and the freedom to do whatever we want.  That is exactly why both horses and humans require training. I often refer to horses as mirrors with hair on them. This can be very revealing and sometimes we like what we see and other times we just as soon not look at that reflection.

 

 Anyway horses are very great teachers when we are open to listen and learn.  Some of the lessons can be quite profound and others , well there is not any other way to say it than the changes can be "difficult." 

Salvation is a totally free gift, all we have to do is believe and receive it. We can trust on the unshakable truth that all the paths of the Lord are steadfast love and faithfulness. And on the path to purity and heaven the other truth is this: no pain no gain. 

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I've never worked with a horse that has asked me to train it. Usually, they would rather be grazing in the pastures instead of sweating in an arena. But every good trainer knows the value of training, even when the horse doesn't like it.  When you come to one of our retreats you can bring your own horse or use one of ours, but either way God will use them to train you in individual lessons that will benefit you, even if the process is a bit painful or humbling. 

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As a trainer, I work to win the confidence and trust of both the horses and humans that I train. Instead of forcing them into obedience, I help  them to want a relationship with me. When a horse has a good relationship with me as a trainer, we can do great things together.  In the same way, when we have a relationship with our Master Trainer, Jesus , we will live our lives in a way that honors Him. 

There are two key things for a horse/trainer relationship to work. 

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1. The trainer has to do the initiating. 
The draw (getting the horse to come to you) 
and asking the horse for things in a way they understand is so important. 

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2. The horses has to make a clear decision to respond. 
He can either respond in a positive or negative way to our initiative action. 

A relationship with the Lord Jesus Christ is intiated by Him but requries a response on our part. 

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This is just one example of the many lessons the horses will teach us at the retreat. Every retreat is different depending on the people and horses who come. So we can't tell you exactly what we will do, but we can tell you you will be blessed if you come with an open heart to receive.