Thank You, Lord

Being told what to do riles a lot of folks!  In this power-hungry age, it seems few want to be ordered around.  This older-me usually finds it quite nice to just be pointed in the right direction and be given specific orders: my brain says “thank you kindly” and enjoys the break!

 

What is it you desire most in this life?  Is it fine things, good health, peaceful relations?  Absolutely nothing wrong with those things – they do make life sweeter!  But in those quiet moments, when you’re alone – no one to talk to and all those “things” are silent before you – what is the deep longing of your heart?  I propose the spirit of man longs for connection with something other than the inanimate – yes, The Creator.  King David wrote that it is God Who we long for -- He Who has given us the “heart’s desire.” (Psalm 21:2).  We don’t find this at the corner store nor can we order it online or even inherit it from a loved one; no, “from my mother’s womb You have been my God.” (Psalm 21:10).  Hence, there is only One Who is capable of such intimate fulfillment -- “The LORD is my Shepherd; I shall not want.” (Psalm 23:1).  What relief - what joy - what a Destination!  No more striving – struggling – wondering – wishing -- just peaceful rest in trusting in and following The Shepherd as He completely and perfectly loves – leads – protects – provides.  "'Tis so sweet to trust in Jesus - Just to take Him at His Word -- Just to rest upon His Promise - Just to know 'Thus saith the LORD."  Rest today in His Presence and say “Thank You, Lord.”