NOTHING ELSE SATISFIES

It’s easy to get caught up in our cultures view of success, only to get there and find ourselves wanting more. I’m sad to say that I’ve fallen into this pattern. It has crossed the border of my carnal desires into the intimacy of my prayers. Instead of just embracing God’s presence, I’ve focused my prayers on declarations…

Dan Chavez

January 13, 2015

1–2 minutes

expressing your heart to God, getting to know God, Humility, Prayer, SURRENDERING TO GOD, talking to God

It’s easy to get caught up in our cultures view of success, only to get there and find ourselves wanting more.

I’m sad to say that I’ve fallen into this pattern. It has crossed the border of my carnal desires into the intimacy of my prayers. Instead of just embracing God’s presence, I’ve focused my prayers on declarations of promotion, increase, and advancement over my life and family. I believe in the power of faith and speaking such things into existence, but it has become the primary focus of my prayers. Now I see that all along I have been missing it.

Forgive me Jesus. I traded my desire for more of You in pursuit of earthly things. Strip away my false mentality of success. I realize that You are all I need and that nothing else will ever truly satisfy.

“You satisfy me more than the richest feast..” Psalm 63:5

Credits: Thanks to my wife Angelica Chavez for always helping to remind me of what’s most important.

6 responses to “NOTHING ELSE SATISFIES”

Brenda Gonzalez

January 14, 2015 at 5:58 am

Great post! I’ve been there, too! The beautiful side of walking through this though, is that God knows His children! He searches our hearts and is patient with us, when we lose focus. He knows we are sincere and want HIS WILL. He gives us His Holy Spirit to guide us to the realization of our error, ultimately resulting in our spiritual growth. I praise God, for loving us that much! And I praise God for the beautiful work He is doing in you (us)! Only Jesus satisfies!!!

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1. Dan Chavez
  
  January 15, 2015 at 1:33 am
  
  Thanks for the reply Bren. You should start a blog yourself or maybe start writing in a journal again, it’s a great way to clear your mind! You always have so much wisdom to share! I love you!
  
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Candee Torrez

January 14, 2015 at 12:38 am

Right on! What a great reminder to just embrace God’s presence and let Him take care of the rest!

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1. Dan Chavez
  
  January 14, 2015 at 1:51 am
  
  Thanks Candee. It’s silly how we sometimes miss something that’s right in front of us! Have a great week!
  
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wrightlovehonestly

January 13, 2015 at 4:44 pm

I think it’s easy to do this, but I’m happy you have refocused! Happy New Year, sir

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1. Dan Chavez
  
  January 14, 2015 at 1:46 am
  
  Thanks for the reply. Happy New a Year to you too! Great to hear from you again!
  
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