“O God, you are my God; I earnestly search for you. My soul thirsts for you; my whole body longs for you in this parched and weary land where there is no water” (Psalm 63:1 NLT).
If you ask me, there’s no more beautiful place than southern Illinois. Within a short drive, I can observe all the wonders this area of the world holds—amazing rock formations, gorgeous lakes, woodlands, prairies, old churches, quaint towns and super people. I’ve been a few places, but home is where I always love to return.
As lovely as it is, it’s still a tough, cold, wearying place to live. This orb called Earth is not a comfortable fit for any of us. It’s a place where encouragement is a well-sought-after commodity, peace is elusive, fear is rampant and normal is no longer that. With success determined by current events, the fullness of our wallet and the size of our body, enough is never enough. In the land of plenty we still hunger and thirst for what we don’t have—but yearn for.
If you’re like me, you’re looking for a getaway from it all, a place to relax, a quiet spot to recuperate from the culture’s attacks. Well, I’ve found it—right here in this wonderful verse.
“O God, you are my God; I earnestly search for you. My soul thirsts for you; my whole body longs for you in this parched and weary land where there is no water” (Psalm 63:1 NLT).
The world’s not going to offer you anything lasting, fulfilling or of worth. God will.
The society at large is not interested in your well-being. God is.
The human race cannot offer a sacrifice for your sins, a refuge for your soul or an eternal hope. God has.
No matter what it is you’re looking for, waiting on or hoping to see happen—if you’re not looking to God, you’re wasting your time. Seek Him. Look for Him. Trust in Him. Cling to Him.
Malinda Edgell
Illinois
PRAY TOGETHER: Praise God for the freedom we have to share Christ.
