[02/25/2023 “teEn-MAIL”]
To consume something refers to eating, drinking and ingesting food or drink. To be consumed by something means to be wholly captivated, engrossed, or preoccupied with it. As we consider our life, what has most become our longing or most singular focus? What is truly at the deepest core of our appetite regarding life? Though due consideration may be given to what we consume relative to our physical health, are we even more mindful of this with regard to our spiritual wellbeing?
The writer of psalm 119 stated. . .
“(20) My soul is consumed with longing for your rules at all times.” (Psalm 119:20 ESV)
Wow! There is the noting of a deep craving or desire for spiritual nourishment; being consumed by a longing for God’s Divine direction! This longing is also noted in verses 40, 131, and 174. Though some may be consumed with a longing for ungodly things, are we being drawn from deep within us in longing after what God has provided for enhancing our spiritual health? Are we duly acknowledging the goodness of God’s Will for our soul; that which is able to sustain us now and on into eternity?
In Psalm 42 — in what is noted as a maskil of the sons of Korah — we read. . .
“(1)As a deer pants for flowing streams, so pants my soul for you, O God. (2) My soul thirsts for God, for the living God. When shall I come and appear before God?” (Psalm 42:1-2 ESV)
What wonderful imagery; panting, thirsting, being drawn to God for the quenching and satisfying of our soul’s greatest need! Are we being so drawn? Are we truly seeking such satisfying refreshment from God? Understanding all His commands are truly good and good for us, let us continually be drawn to take them in to nourish our soul and energize our life for godly living! Remembering our physical body is only for life in this realm and that our soul will live on, may our soul forever be drawn in deep longing toward God and His Will!
Have a great day CRAVING THE GOODNESS GOD OFFERS!
Carl
