Droughts in the western states can become so severe that animals abandon their babies because they are unable to care for them. One doe in Texas, though, was particularly resourceful; she led her fawn to a kiddie pool in a nearby yard. Thirst is a powerful force.

As a deer pants for flowing streams, so pants my soul for you, O God.

Psalm 42:1

The Psalmist uses it in today’s verse to describe not only his desire and motivation, but deep need for the Lord. The Bible promises that those who seek God will find Him. Are you as determined to find God as someone dying of thirst is to find water? Sometimes it takes a great need to stir up that level of motivation. But you don’t have to wait until you are in a desperate situation to seek God desperately.

Ask the Lord to open your eyes to your need for Him. Dwell on His promises and commit to “seek first the kingdom of God and his righteousness, and all these things will be added to you.” (Matthew 6:33) Allow the Holy Spirit to fan the flames of desire to draw you near to the Lord…and then pray for God to stir up this kind of spiritual thirst in the leadership and citizenry of the United States.

Recommended Reading: John 4:7-14

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