Experiencing God's Presence #114

Experiencing God's Presence #114

You have endowed him with eternal blessings and given him the joy of your presence.

Psalm 21:6

David knew what it was like to seek God for rescue, defense, victory, provision, direction, and more. But he also knew what it was like to sit or even sleep in God’s Presence. He thirsted and panted and longed for God. He believed someone could taste and see that the Lord is good. His greatest desire was to live in the Lord’s house, delight in His perfections, and meditate on His Word. David knew that God—though mighty to save, provide, guide, and heal—is primarily relational. He is a Being. He calls Himself “I AM.” He is before He does.

Those made in His image need to be the same way. We are simply to be in His Presence before doing things for Him or seeking things from Him. Our words aren’t even necessary for Him—He knows our thoughts already—and they often aren’t necessary for us, either. Like sitting in a room and enjoying a loved one’s silent companionship, we can sit with God and just be. There’s joy simply in a sense of His Presence.

Hear His voice: “Spend time with Me today. I don’t just mean have conversations with Me, though our conversations are good. I mean spend time just being with Me. Learn to exist, to move in the knowledge of My Presence. Many of the answers and changes you long for come with seeking My Presence rather than seeking the answers and changes themselves. When you prioritize Me, I move on your behalf much more readily. I desire good things for you. But above all, I want your heart.”

Lord, my heart is Yours. I want Your benefits, but I want You even more. Fill me with the joy of Your Presence as I seek You above all else.