Psalm 42:1 – “As the deer longs for streams of water, so I long for you, O God”.
The writer of Psalm 42 compares himself to a deer that is longing for water. The deer is weary and thirsty without it, so it only wants to find a stream to drink from.
In a similar way, the psalmist is tired and exhausted from life. He is under pressure and growing tired. And yet, his innermost desire is for God.
Just like the deer desires water, the psalmist’s soul desires the presence of God. He knows that the solution to his problems is not more capabilities and praise—it’s spending time in the presence of God.
It’s not wrong to have desires and goals in life. But our foremost desire should be for God, because true satisfaction is only found in His presence.
All it takes is your desire and commitment to spend time with Him by reading His Word, talking to Him through prayer, or reflecting on His faithful character. As you draw close to Him, He is ready and willing to be close to you, and to restore your soul.
