Thirsting for God (Psalm 42, Part 2)

The Depths: Remembering God (42:6-11)

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When the depths of the turmoil in which we live overwhelm us; may we remember times when we joyfully came into God’s presence in the company of the faithful. May our songs of praise for the blessings we have received cheer our gloom. With God as our Savior we have hope.

God of our lives, help us to recall special times with You. In our despair and loneliness, and we come to You. We praise You in freedom and joy. You are our hope.

Jesu, the very thought of thee

      With sweetness fills my breast;

But sweeter far thy face to see,

      And in thy presence rest.

Bernard of Clairvaus (1090-1153)