All of us have insatiable desires that can only be satisfied in communion with our Heavenly Father.

The desire to be delighted in, for wonder, to behold beauty, and to be someone great or driving

forces within each of us. The desire to be fully known and fully loved,

to be passionate, and to live a life of significance, resound within each of us at the foundation

of who we are. God created these desires, knowing that they can only be fully satisfied in him,

that they would be avenues to deeper relationship with him.

As we look at each of these desires individually,

I pray that your heart would find its fulfillment

and the loving nearness of your Heavenly Father.

Welcome to the First of team podcast.

Our scripture for today comes from Isaiah 625, which says, As a bridegroom rejoices over the bride, so your God will rejoice over you.

The human race has no greater driving force than the desire to be delighted in.

Most of us have spent our entire lives working to be enjoyed by others.

We'll go to whatever length necessary to prove ourselves worthy of being liked or loved.

Some work tirelessly at a talent or skill, hoping to impress others with their abilities.

Some devote countless hours to their appearance,

hoping the way they look will attract others and satisfy their desire to be delighted in.

Some hope that money and possessions will cause people to like them or to want to spend time with

them. But regardless of how we seek to be liked, if we're honest, we'll discover this desire

is a driving force in all of us. Think back on your own life. Think back on yesterday.

What did you do so that people would like you?

I can name lots of ways that I strive for people's affection or adoration on a daily basis.

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