SATISFACTION

Yesterday our bible study focused on satisfaction.  When the word satisfaction is said I can’t help but go back to the 60’s and The Rolling Stones.  The lyrics “I can’t get no satisfaction” keep replaying over and over again in my head.  Today in your life are you satisfied?  Are you filled to the brim and your cup is running over with satisfaction?  Or are you saying “I can’t get no, oh no no no!”

We look for things to satisfy us.  We may purchase things or we may go places.  An addiction may be part of our lives that is present to satisfy a hunger that is within us.  We try to find satisfaction in the job we have, places we live, vehicles we drive and brands we wear.  We connect with certain people to lift us up.  We keep searching to feed the hunger inside of our bodies. 

Being completely satisfied is that of being content.  We should be disquieted enabling our bodies to not be disturbed.  When the Lord led the Israelites out of Egypt He didn’t take them on the easiest route.  He led them through the wilderness.  They were first excited because they were on the journey to freedom.  However as the days got longer and longer they began to grumble.  They weren’t satisfied with anything.  Even though they were leaving a life being bond by the Pharaoh they were disgruntled because they had left the things that they felt satisfied their bodies. 

The Lord doesn’t lead us down the easiest path, but he leads us down the best route for us.  The only way to find satisfaction traveling on this pilgrimage is through the Lord.  Apart from Him is where you fall into Satan’s deceptions, much like Eve.  Everyday we are tempted to find satisfaction apart from God.  We fall into the trap of finding the desirable that looks inviting, however it only brings disappointment, misery and pain. 

Unlike the 60’s rock song we can find satisfaction.  Connect to the Lord today.  Realize that it may not be an easy route, but it is the road that will lead to refreshment, happiness and joy.  Walk in the wilderness of today’s world with the Lord beside you.  The power of the Spirit will feed your soul and satisfy your hunger. 

You can get some satisfaction with Him and Him alone.