longing

The longing to hear God speak,

holds me captive,

occupies my thoughts 

and reaches out to me. 

The longing tugs at my heart and soul.

I listen. 

I worship.

I become motionless and

let my mind focus on His power and His goodness.

Standing still, I let God move.

Obeying... heeding... following.

Eyes closed and heart flung wide open. 

I sense His presence.

I feel His love  and I am 

ever mindful of His generous mercy and His sweet grace.

As He speaks, I feel the gentle breeze blow 

across my heart as His voice whispers, 'I am here'.

The electricity that shoots through my

body is overwhelming. I am overcome with 

the amazing truth of who He is.

He is speaking affirmation to my spirit. Acknowledging my

relationship with Him. Opening my eyes to

new revelations of Him. Stirring my soul to search

the hidden things. 

The deep things.

Echoing deep in the recesses of my being

with a yearning of immense proportion.

Speak life into me, Lord. Hear my cry.

Renew me that I may receive what you have for me.

As I yield myself fully to the calling you ordained, 

show me the direction you desire me to go. Guide my 

steps. Shape my path. Walk with me, Lord.

I close my eyes and feel your arms wrapped lovingly about me.

Embraced in the strength of your mighty hand. I know

you hold me close and will never let me go.  I am safe in 

your grasp. Fully sheltered under your wing. Caught in an

eternal embrace of my Savior.

Only you, Lord can occupy my thoughts and satisfy my longing. Only you can fill the yearning in my heart. You are my everything and I give you praise.