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At the beginning of this week I shared about my joyful, yet sorrowful Father’s Day. And by the end of the week, I’ve learned of the many sorrows of friends near and far. One dear family received news that could likely change the course of their lives forever. It’s been a tough week for many of you. Life is hard and although for some it may appear easy, we will all undoubtedly experience hardship and trials at some point. There are many thirsty, hurting and needy souls out there. So, where do we run? And whom do we run to? This morning I found myself in Psalm 63; an unlikely place to run to with sorrows, perhaps. But like David in the wilderness, when all seems lost, I want my soul to cling to the One who doesn’t grow faint or weary.

I want to remember that God, even in the midst of pain, difficulties and trials, isn’t far off—He is my God and He is with me. Isn’t it amazing that we can join David and say confidently, “O God, you are my God…” (Psalm 63:1)? In the face of great adversity, I want to remember that this life is but a breath and, while beholding God’s awesome power and glory, I also want to remember that God’s steadfast love truly is better than life (3). Our circumstances may not change, but our soul can be satisfied and lips can sing praises (5). During those anxious, fretful, sleepless nights, we can still call upon the Lord—we can recall that He has been our help (6). And I want to remember that it isn’t me who upholds my faith—rather, as my soul clings to the Lord it is Hewho upholds me (8).

Weary friend, I pray the Lord meets you in your wilderness. I don’t know all that you are battling through, but our good and loving Father does. May the Lord satisfy you as you remember His steadfast love that endures forever.

If you have a moment, perhaps read over this Psalm and say a word of prayer to our Father. If you have a friend who is carrying your burden with you, maybe today is a good day to pray together.

My Soul Thirsts for You

A Psalm of David, when he was in the wilderness of Judah.

O God, you are my God; earnestly I seek you;

my soul thirsts for you;

my flesh faints for you,

as in a dry and weary land where there is no water.

So I have looked upon you in the sanctuary,

beholding your power and glory.

Because your steadfast love is better than life,

my lips will praise you.

So I will bless you as long as I live;

in your name I will lift up my hands.

My soul will be satisfied as with fat and rich food,

and my mouth will praise you with joyful lips,

when I remember you upon my bed,

and meditate on you in the watches of the night;

for you have been my help,

and in the shadow of your wings I will sing for joy.

My soul clings to you;

your right hand upholds me.

But those who seek to destroy my life

shall go down into the depths of the earth;

they shall be given over to the power of the sword;

they shall be a portion for jackals.

But the king shall rejoice in God;

all who swear by him shall exult,

for the mouths of liars will be stopped.

(Psalm 63 ESV)

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