A Reflection On Satisfaction

When I want to be content in God

Human nature is never satisfied. We are always waiting for the next good thing. Whatever gifts God has given us, we want more. The good thing about our constant quest for more is that, when rightly directed, we can have it. If our dissatisfaction moves us toward God and His Kingdom rather than toward temporal fulfillments, it will eventually be rewarded. God never denies those who want more of Him.

Are you dissatisfied with life? Ask yourself why. If you are filling your life with things that don’t last, you will never be satisfied at all. How can you be? The things you seek are not inherently satisfying. But God is. If you are filling your life with Him (and letting Him fill your life with Himself), He will satisfy, and when you grow discontent again, He will give more. Your holy craving will drive you deeper into His Presence. That’s not a problem. He is inexhaustible in His riches. We can forever explore Him, and if we want more, there will be more to find.

You satisfy me more than the richest feast. I will praise you with songs of joy.

Psalm 63:5