1 The transgression of the wicked saith within my heart, that there is no fear of God before his eyes.
2 For he flatters himself in his own eyes until his iniquity be found to be hateful.
3 The words of his mouth are iniquity and deceit: he hath left off to be wise and to do good.
4 He devises mischief upon his bed; he sets himself in a way that is not good; he abhors not evil.
5 Thy mercy, O Lord, is in the heavens; and thy faithfulness reaches the clouds.
6 Thy righteousness is like the great mountains; thy judgments are a great deep: O Lord, preserve man and beast.
7 How excellent is thy lovingkindness, O God! Therefore, the children of men put their trust under the shadow of thy wings.
8 They shall be abundantly satisfied with the fatness of thy house, and thou shalt make them drink of the river of thy pleasures.
9 For with thee is the fountain of life: in thy light shall we see light.
10 O continue thy lovingkindness unto them that know thee, and thy righteousness to the upright in heart.
11 Let not the foot of pride come against me and let not the hand of the wicked remove me.
12 There are the workers of iniquity fallen: they are cast down and shall not be able to rise.
Drinking Deep from the Fountain of Life
"Your love, Lord, reaches to the heavens, your faithfulness to the skies." — Psalm 36:5 (NIV)
Life can feel like a constant pursuit—chasing after purpose, love, success, and fulfillment. In a world that demands so much of us, we often try to satisfy our deepest longings with temporary fixes: achievements, relationships, or social approval. Yet, despite our best efforts, we still find ourselves thirsty, longing for something more profound.
Psalm 36 reveals a striking contrast between the emptiness of wickedness and the richness of God's love. David describes the wicked as those who “flatter themselves” and live without the fear of God (Psalm 36:1-2). But in contrast, those who trust in the Lord experience an unshakable, overflowing love that reaches the heavens (v. 5). In this love, we find the very thing our souls crave—real life.
A Love That Satisfies
Our generation has been raised in a culture of options—an endless buffet of experiences, entertainment, and distractions. But nothing truly satisfies, like the presence of God. David describes God as the source of true satisfaction: “They feast on the abundance of your house; you give them drink from your river of delights” (Psalm 36:8). Imagine a table filled with the richest food and the purest water, freely given to those who come. This is what life with God is like—abundant, satisfying, and overflowing with goodness.
Jesus echoes this truth in the New Testament. In John 7:37-38, He invites those who are thirsty to come to Him and drink: “Whoever believes in me, as Scripture has said, rivers of living water will flow from within them.” Jesus offers more than a temporary fix—He offers an unending, internal life wellspring that sustains us every season.
Stepping into the Flow
The challenge for many of us is not whether God’s love is available but whether we are willing to step into it. The world is loud, constantly calling for our attention, but God’s love is deeper, stronger, and more lasting. It’s easy to get caught up in temporary pursuits and forget the eternal source of life that is freely available.
“God’s love is not a mere drop; it’s an ocean, limitless and unfailing. If you want to experience it, don’t just stand at the shore—dive in.” — Sherrie T.
Dive In Deeper
God’s love isn’t just a distant concept—it’s an invitation to intimacy, an open door to a truly satisfying life. He is calling you deeper. Will you accept?
Three ways to step in the flow of God's presence:
- Spend intentional time with God. Start your day by reading Psalm 36 and meditating on His steadfast love.
- Examine what you are chasing. Ask yourself: Am I seeking satisfaction in things that fade or in God who fills?
- Be a vessel of His love. As you receive from the fountain of life, pour into others by showing kindness, encouragement, and grace.
When you dive deeper into His presence, you’ll find that God's love is more than enough—it’s overflowing.
Are you drinking from the world’s empty wells or drawing from the fountain of life?
Let’s choose today to drink deeply from the fountain of life. He is waiting, ready to satisfy your soul in ways nothing else could.
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