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I am humbled by the reminder that the Lord and Creator of the universe knows me intimately (Psalm 139:1-16) - even better than I know myself - and has placed certain longings, hopes, and desires in my heart for a purpose.
(You are probably wondering what the word sehnsucht means... read on to fine out!)
Focus Insights: Longing for a Far Country Never Visited
The smell of a spring breeze... the Scottish Highlands... the book Les Miserables...beautiful poems...an ocean storm...ballet...Bach's Prelude in C Major...historical old buildings...
What are some of the things that stir within you that "inconsolable longing"?
May such thoughts and feelings bring us to worship our Lord more and incite us to say, like the Psalmist, "With my whole heart I seek you" (Psalm 119:10).
I just love this! Thank you for bringing this Focus Insight to my attention. It is a great reminder to allow the stirrings, longings, and desires to draw us closer to God. When I see the waves crashing into the beach and know that God has set the boundaries for them, I am amazed. The smell of the sea air, the sight of an eagle soaring...children...a newborn baby...and reading my favourite book - the bible...I am drawn to Him - the Creator of all things. There are so many more ways that he calls me to remember Him - to know Him - to worship Him. God bless you as you continue to write and share. :)
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