WHEN YOU SEEK ME INSTEAD OF the world's idols, you experience My Joy and Peace. These intangibles quench the thirst of your soul, providing deep satisfaction.
Dear Jesus, Our soul is often thirsty, even though we may not realize it at the time. We may think we are tired or bored or stressed out. So we start looking around in the visible world, searching for satisfaction, or at least some distraction. All the while, You are with Me - invisible, yet infinitely Real. Our soul thirsts for You, Jesus!
Beloved, the world offers more distractions than you could ever fit into one lifespan. They may provide some relief for a while, but your thirst for me remains unquenched. When you realize that your deepest desire is for Me, you are well on the way to finding satisfaction. As you go along this path of Life, you will encounter companions I have chosen for you - Joy and Peace. Though they are intangible, their company is quite beneficial. They can relieve the thirst of your soul.
Joy is radiantly lovely. Her contagious laughter lifts you up and lightens your mood. Peace is quieter than Joy but equally attractive. Her serenity calms you, as you feel fully understood yet totally accepted. The longer you walk with these delightful companions, the better your journey will be. Moreover, Joy and Peace enhance your awareness of Me - the One who ultimately satisfies your soul thirst.
- Jesus
(Dear Jesus / Sarah Young)
Scripture Insight: Psalm 143:6; Psalm 42:1-2; Psalm 16:11 and Colossians 3:15
"I spread out my hands to you; my soul thirsts for you like a parched land"
ReplyDelete(Psalm 143:6 / New International Version)
"As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, O God. My soul thirsts for God, for the living God. When can I go and meet with God?
(Psalm 42:1-2 / New International Version)
"You have made known to me the path of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence, with eternal pleasures at your right hand"
(Psalm 16:11 / New International Version)
"Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, since as members of our body you were called to peace"
(Colossians 3:15 / New International Version)