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Psalm 63 1-8
A psalm of David, when he was in the wilderness of Judah. O God, you are my God— it is you I seek!
For you my body yearns; for you my soul thirsts, In a land parched, lifeless, and without water. I look to you in the sanctuary to see your power and glory. For your love is better than life; my lips shall ever praise you! I will bless you as long as I live; I will lift up my hands, calling on your name. My soul shall be sated as with choice food, with joyous lips my mouth shall praise you! I think of you upon my bed, I remember you through the watches of the night You indeed are my savior, and in the shadow of your wings I shout for joy.
“All of us must cling to God through prayer. My secret is simple. I pray. Through prayer I become one in love with Christ. I realize that praying to him is loving him…..In the silence of the heart God will speak.” St. Mother Teresa of Calcutta
Grace Prayed For: I pray for the grace of a deepening intimacy with God in prayer; a greater trust in God.
A Heart’s Cry in the Wilderness: A Reflection on Psalm 63:1
Close your eyes and imagine yourself standing in a vast, windswept wilderness. Sand blows against your skin, the sun beats down, and a sense of isolation washes over you. Now, read the opening line of Psalm 63: “O God, you are my God— it is you I seek!” Allow the following questions to guide your sensual and spiritual exploration:
Senses Awakened:
- Feel the emptiness: Notice the barren landscape around you. Does it mirror any emptiness you feel within? Can you pinpoint its location in your body?
- Hear the silence: Apart from the wind, what sounds, if any, fill the air? Does the silence amplify your longing for connection?
- Taste the thirst: Imagine your throat parched under the desert sun. How does this physical thirst mirror any deeper spiritual yearning?
- See the light: Look for any signs of life or hope in the wilderness, perhaps a distant oasis or a soaring hawk. Do they ignite a spark of hope within you?
Spiritual Connection:
- Echo the cry: Repeat the verse, “O God, you are my God— it is you I seek!” Feel the raw desperation and intense longing in your voice. Who is this God you seek?
- Open your hands: Imagine reaching out into the vastness, searching for something to hold onto. What feeling arises? Hope, desperation, or something else?
- Listen within: Quiet your mind and listen for any response, a whisper, an image, or a feeling. Is God meeting you in this wilderness?
- Step forward: Even though the path may seem unclear, feel a sense of determination to keep seeking. What small step can you take towards God today?
What resonated most with you during this reflection. Did you experience any particular sensations, emotions, or insights? How has this exploration impacted your understanding of your own spiritual journey and your relationship with God?
Remember, there are no right or wrong answers. This is a personal journey of connecting with the Divine through the sensuality of the wilderness and the desperate cry of the heart. May this reflection draw you closer to the God who meets you even in the driest and most desolate places.
Sharing
Jesus last words on Earth were to his disciples, can be found in Matthew Chap 28 when Jesus told his disciples, “Then Jesus approached and said to them, “All power in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Go, therefore, and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the holy Spirit, teaching them to observe all that I have commanded you. And behold, I am with you always, until the end of the age.”
Jesus calls all of us to share in his redemptive mission here on Earth. I would ask you to share this Scripture reflection with your family, your friends and your acquaintances, and then share it with a couple of individuals that you may may not be comfortable sharing with, keeping in mind always the words of Jesus, And behold, I am with you always, until the end of the age
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