God of grace, I live in a dry and weary land. I have…
““God of grace, I live in a dry and weary land. I have tasted how good you are, and it has both satisfied me and made me thirsty for more of you. I so desperately need what only you can provide, and yet I confess that I often search in other places. I do not desire you as much as I ought to, but I want to want you more. I wish to be filled with a holy longing. Show me a glimpse of your glory, and my thirst will be quickened again. You sent your Son to pour out his life for me.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
The speaker longs for deeper spiritual fulfillment, acknowledging past reliance on other sources while yearning for a more intense, holy desire for divine grace.
In simple terms: Desire a stronger, holy longing for God.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate deeper spiritual yearning.
Themes
faith
longing
spiritual growth
humility
Mood
hopeful
contemplative
reverent
Type
prayer
devotional
spiritual
When to use this quote
- daily prayer
- meditation retreats
- scripture study
- confessional counseling
Key Concepts
Divine grace
spiritual thirst
personal transformation
Questions to Reflect On
- What practices deepen your spiritual desire?
- How can you redirect searching from elsewhere to God?
A Different Perspective
The longing may feel unattainable without community support.