“You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.” - Psalm 16:11
I often find myself thinking, I can’t wait for this vacation or this event to happen. Maybe for some of us, it’s the idea of finding a spouse or getting a pay raise. These are all good things and in many ways are examples of God’s goodness towards his people. The tricky part is after we experience the event, achieve the monumental life moment or finally get that promotion we are still longing for something more. We seem to have an insatiable appetite for more. The Psalmist tells us to look for joy in a unique place that will endure through every season and never run dry. This joy is found in the very presence of God he says. Jesus came to break the curse of sin and restore our relationship with and access to the Father. If you are struggling to experience joy today, I’d like to lovingly point you to Jesus (John 10:10). In his presence alone will you find joy that will overflow and never end. Take time today to sit with him, learn from his word and share your heart with him. He won’t let you down.
Questions:
In what ways do you see yourself looking for joy in temporal things?
How can you cultivate uninterrupted time to sit in the presence of God today?
Prayer:
God, we acknowledge that we so easily look to temporary things to bring joy and satisfaction. We proclaim that eternal joy and pleasure is found in you alone. Thank you that through Jesus we have direct access to this joy! Help me to cultivate time each day to sit in your presence and hear you speak through your word.
By Caleb Price