Deep Desire!

Deep Desire!

As the deer pants [longingly] for the water brooks, So my soul pants [longingly] for You, O God. My soul (my life, my inner self) thirsts for God, for the living God. When will I come and see the face of God? PSALM 42:1‭-‬2 AMP

This psalm is attributed to the sons of Asaph, who also penned down some of the beautiful psalms we read about today. And for every outward expression of man, there is an internal basis or foundation for that expression. For a man to pant longingly after something, he must have a clear conviction that that thing will satisfy his thirst and improve his life. Whether it is negative or positive, your search today explains your pursuits and priorities. In this case, the focus of the panting is God.

Ever seen a deer hunted by a wild animal and is able to escape? Imagine that deer able to find refreshing water, sufficient to quench thirst and provide refreshing. Imagine the long drink the deer will have, and then imagine that the deer will rest beside the waters for a while, before setting off again into the wild. These pictures just depict the same way we can get God to meet our needs too.

I must understand that this life will pose challenges to me. Nowhere did God promise anything like smooth sailing. But He gives me an assurance: whatever it is I need, I should just approach Him. In Him I find the refreshing and restoration that I need. In Him, I find life - giving water; the sort that wells up in you to eternal life.

I must also know that God delights in me seeking Him out. The psalmist here was asking: when will I come and see the face of God? Seeking God is more than what I can get from Him but knowing who He is. Seeking God has to be more important than the greatest discoveries on earth. Am I seeking Him out or am I content with my own devices? Remember, the challenges and race ahead require strength nothing else outside of God can provide. Make sure you are properly connected. His time of favour is here.