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108 Bible verses about Delighting in the Lord
Psalm 37:4 says, "Delight yourself in the Lord, and he will give you the desires of your heart." Think about what it really means to delight in something. It's about experiencing deep happiness and satisfaction in what brings you true joy. And the Bible teaches us that true joy is only found in God.
When you delight in God, it puts everything else into perspective. Your worries and struggles become smaller because you recognize that He's ultimately in control. It strengthens your relationship with Him, draws you closer to His presence, and helps you trust His promises completely.
Delighting in God also cultivates an attitude of gratitude. You start to see all the good things in your life as blessings from His love and care. It doesn't mean ignoring your responsibilities or pretending challenges don't exist. Instead, it's about finding the strength and wisdom in Him to face them with confidence and a positive outlook.
Truly, delighting in God leads to a full and meaningful life. It's where you'll find genuine satisfaction and discover the purpose He has for you. So, in the midst of all the demands and distractions of this world, remember that only in God will you find the delight your heart truly longs for.
Yet in the Lord will I be glad, and glory in his love; In him I’ll joy, who will the God of my salvation prove.
O happy is the man who hears Instruction’s warning voice; And who celestial Wisdom makes his early, only choice. 2 For she has treasures greater far than east or west unfold; And her rewards more precious are than all their stores of gold. 3 In her right hand she holds to view a length of happy days; Riches, with splendid honours join’d, are what her left displays. 4 She guides the young with innocence, in pleasure’s paths to tread, A crown of glory she bestows upon the hoary head. 5 According as her labours rise, so her rewards increase; Her ways are ways of pleasantness, and all her paths are peace.