Devotions: In the Morning Will I Seek You

 

In the morning, O Lord, You will hear my voice;
In the morning I will order my prayer to You and eagerly watch.

Psalm 5:3 New American Standard Bible (NASB)

 

Any time during the day is a good time to seek God, but morning is one of the best for a number of reasons. For one thing, if we get up early, in the peace and quiet, we have fewer distractions. Our minds are more at ease and open. We don’t have the thoughts and worries of what has already happened during the day to weigh us down or distract us. It also helps set a good tone for the rest of the day, because we have spent our first moments seeking the Lord. It is like building a solid foundation for each day. I think this verse also makes the point that it is a priority. By stating he will seek God in the morning, he is establishing that as his top priority, the first thing he does in the day. It gives God precedence over the rest of his day and life. Whatever happens, he will seek God first. It is also important to note that not only is the psalmist praying and seeking God, but he is also listening. He is not the endless chatter box that tells God everything that is wrong and all he wants and then leaves. It is a two way conversation. Of course he talks to God about what he thinks, feels and needs, but he also listens to see what God has to say. He waits for God to answer him showing his trust in God’s goodness, will and power. He makes God a priority but also acknowledges God’s love for him. It is a loving, functional relationship that goes both ways. Do you seek God? Is He your top priority? Do you trust in His loving relationship and power to help you? Seek Him in the morning and be blessed!

 

 

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