Psalm
63:1
O
God, thou art my God; early will I seek thee: my soul th irsteth for thee, my
flesh longeth for thee in a dry and thirsty land, where no water is.
The
rock face extended straight up. Terry was halfway up, and his arms ached. From
the ground it hadn't looked nearly so great a distance. The sun was scorching,
and all Terry could think of was a cool drink of water. He would give anything
to be able to stop and drink, but there was not safe place to even think of
doing it. The more he thought of water, the worse his thirst got. He comforted
himself by thinking the next drink he took would be the best he'd ever had.
We
often don't appreciate the simple things in life until we are unable to enjoy
them. Taking god's gifts for granted is easy to do. Clean air, water to drink,
food on the table; these things come easily to most of us, and so we are not as
thankful as we might be if we didn't have them. Many in our world have to do
without. Remember than even the most basic of our needs is met by the loving
grace of God. Thank Him for everything He has given.
Prayer:
For the air that I breath, the warmth of the springtime sun, the food that
nourishes me, and for so much more, I lift my voice in thanks and praise to
You, Lord. Amen.
