Psalm 60-66.

Life can feel like a wilderness sometimes, can’t it? Even though we may not be wandering literal deserts, we all experience seasons when we feel far from God and far from comfort. In Psalm 63, David knew that feeling well. He was separated from the hustle and bustle of the king’s courts and from the security of home, yet his heart still longed for the Lord. He didn’t waste time dwelling on how lonely or thirsty he felt; instead, he turned his gaze upward and prayed.

The beauty of the Psalms, especially Psalms 60–66, is that they highlight a spirit of pure praise. We see David and others placing their trust firmly in God’s goodness. In Psalm 61:2, there is a reminder that God offers eternal protection. Then in Psalm 63:4, we find encouragement to wait calmly for salvation while finding joy in God’s fellowship. Psalm 64:10 calls us to rejoice in the Lord, and time and again, we see the call to lift up praise upon praise. These passages remind us that God’s faithfulness doesn’t fade when we’re in a tough spot.

What really stands out is David’s mindset: “Early will I seek Thee.” Many of us rush through our mornings, often skipping time with God because we’re busy. We must shower, fix breakfast, catch up on the news, or commute to work. Yet we always manage to find time for what matters most. David’s example shows us that starting the day with the Lord can change our perspective on everything else. By making Him our priority, we realize how vital He is—just like water in a parched desert.

Sometimes, we might see ourselves in a spiritual drought, wondering if we can find refreshment. But Scripture tells us that nothing can separate us from the love of God (Romans 8:39). We’re reminded to take up our cross daily, making our relationship with Jesus more important than any other pursuit (Mark 8:34). If we hold on to this truth, we discover that all the busyness and distractions in the world can’t satisfy our deepest thirst.

So today, let’s make God our first and greatest desire. Let’s remember that, even when life feels like a desert, He remains our source of hope and restoration. As Romans 15:13 says, God fills us “with all joy and peace in believing,” so we can overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit.