Wanting More

“Whom have I in heaven but You? And there is nothing on earth that I desire besides You.” — Psalm 73:25

It seems our human nature often has us wanting more. Yearning for better.

The perfect relationship (which doesn’t exist).
A bigger house.
A better job,
A smaller waistline.
Fewer wrinkles—the list can go on and on.

But may I encourage you to exercise some patience. Be content where you are.

I’m not speaking of areas that don’t line up with the Father’s will or situations that are unhealthy. However, if you are living righteously and walking in His will, be content where He has you for this season.

I know you’re tired of being single. I know you’re tired of that job you don’t like. I know you’re ready for the next chapter. But don’t be in such a rush that you miss the lesson or the blessing God is trying to teach you right where you are.

Waiting is an expression of trust. It is a declaration that says, “God, I believe Your timing is better than mine.”

One of the greatest dangers during a season of waiting is trying to meet a God-given need in a God-forbidden way. You can’t satisfy a spiritual need with a physical substitute. You can’t find lasting fulfillment outside the will of God.

Instead of yearning for what you don’t have, yearn for Jesus. He is the only One who can truly satisfy the deepest longings of your heart.

Perhaps God created us with that desire for more so that it would ultimately lead us to desire more of Him.