Nestled
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The term "nestled" is not directly found in the text of the Bible; however, the concept of being nestled, which implies being settled or comfortably situated, can be inferred from various passages that describe God's care, protection, and provision for His people. The imagery of being nestled often evokes a sense of safety, security, and peace, akin to a bird safely resting in its nest.

Divine Protection and Care

The Bible frequently uses the imagery of a bird to describe God's protective nature. In Psalm 91:4 , it is written, "He will cover you with His feathers; under His wings you will find refuge; His faithfulness is a shield and rampart." This verse suggests a sense of being nestled under God's wings, highlighting His role as a protector who provides a safe haven for His followers.

Similarly, in Deuteronomy 32:11 , the care of God is likened to an eagle: "Like an eagle that stirs up its nest and hovers over its young, He spread His wings to catch them and carried them on His pinions." This passage illustrates the nurturing and protective nature of God, who ensures the well-being of His people, much like an eagle that tends to its young.

Rest and Peace

The concept of being nestled also aligns with the biblical theme of rest and peace found in God's presence. In Matthew 11:28-29 , Jesus invites those who are weary to find rest in Him: "Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls." This invitation to rest can be seen as an invitation to be nestled in the comfort and peace that Christ offers.

Security in God's Promises

The sense of being nestled is also reflected in the security found in God's promises. In Psalm 23:1-2 , David writes, "The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not want. He makes me lie down in green pastures; He leads me beside quiet waters." The imagery of lying down in green pastures suggests a place of comfort and provision, where one can be nestled in the assurance of God's care and sustenance.

Community and Belonging

The early Christian community is another context where the idea of being nestled can be applied. In Acts 2:44-47 , the believers are described as being together and having everything in common, breaking bread in their homes, and praising God. This depiction of the early church reflects a community where individuals are nestled within a supportive and loving fellowship, experiencing unity and belonging.

Conclusion

While the specific term "nestled" is not used in the Bible, the concept is richly illustrated through various passages that convey God's protective care, the rest and peace found in Him, the security of His promises, and the sense of community among believers. These themes collectively paint a picture of being nestled in the divine presence and provision of God.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
(imp. & p. p.) of Nestle.
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A Supplementary Chapter to the Bible in Spain
... my heights, and I have been content"I have belonged solely to the irrational beings
of nature, and no human hum invaded my solitudes; the eagle nestled on my ...
/.../a supplementary chapter to the.htm

Jesus and his Mother.
... Whenever in history we come upon such a man, we instinctively begin to ask about
the character of her on whose bosom he nestled in infancy, and at whose knee ...
/.../miller/personal friendships of jesus/chapter ii jesus and his.htm

Two Scenes.
... mother of olden time. She dwelt in Ramah of Palestine. Her lonely home
nestled among the lonely hills. She loved to commune with ...
/.../byrum/the value of a praying mother/chapter i two scenes.htm

The Story of an Opium Smoker
... cultivation. During the time when the plant was in flower, the village nestled
amidst some hundreds of acres of exquisite iridescent bloom. ...
/.../cable/the fulfilment of a dream of pastor hsis/chapter x the story of.htm

The Beginning of an Endless Friendship.
... of years. It led down to the river, and then along its bank through a village
scatteringly nestled by the fords of the river. The ...
/.../gordon/quiet talks on service/the beginning of an endless.htm

She Died for Him
... Henry came and put his arms around his mother's neck, nestled his head in his mother's
bosom, and said, "Mother, I do love you; I wish you wasn't sick.". ...
/.../shaw/touching incidents and remarkable answers to prayer/she died for him.htm

The Chain of Circumstance had Lengthened by Several Links Round ...
... Sylvie said nothing"she merely nestled like a dove in the arms of her betrothed,
and seemed quite content to accept whatever ordinance he laid down for the ...
/.../corelli/the master-christian/xxxiii the chain of circumstance.htm

A vision of the Last Day
... though harsh, human voices they shrieked, "Thou that walkest with Death, dost remember
me?" All the evil thoughts and desires that had nestled within him from ...
/.../wells/bible stories and religious classics/a vision of the last.htm

The Cleansing of the Temple - the Sign,' which is not a Sign.
... lake, in almost continuous succession of lovely small bays, of which more than
seventeen may be counted within six miles, and in one of which nestled Capernaum ...
/.../the life and times of jesus the messiah/chapter v the cleansing of.htm

In one of the Few Remaining Streets of Rome which the Vandal Hand ...
... speak from experience, I suppose," said Sylvie, moving slowly across the room towards
the fire, and caressing her little dog which she held nestled under her ...
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Nestled (1 Occurrence)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (imp. & pp) of Nestle. Multi-Version Concordance
Nestled (1 Occurrence). Jeremiah 22:23 O inhabitant of ...
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Dora
... the period of the Middle Ages, show that it was then occupied. It is now
only a miserable village nestled in the ruins. H. Porter. ...
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Dor (7 Occurrences)
... occupied. It is now only a miserable village nestled in the ruins. H. Porter.
Multi-Version Concordance Dor (7 Occurrences). Joshua ...
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Nestled (1 Occurrence)

Jeremiah 22:23
O inhabitant of Lebanon, that makest thy nest in the cedars, how greatly to be pitied shalt thou be when pangs come upon thee, the pain as of a woman in travail!
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