
Your Greatest Longing
“A white-tailed deer drinks from the creek; I want to drink God, deep draughts of God. I’m thirsty for God alive. I wonder, ‘Will I ever make it - arrive and drink in God’s presence?’” -Psalms 42:1-2
June 20, 2024 | Written by Belle Cruz
There are moments in life when our souls may feel dry—when even the things that once brought joy can feel empty, & we find ourselves aching for something deeper. I've come to recognize that this feeling is not something to fear… but something divine. A divine longing. A soul-deep thirst that no worldly thing can quench.
This poem was birthed from a quiet place in my spirit—one of surrender, yearning, & remembrance. It’s a reflection of what it means to wander through the wilderness of life & discover, time & time again, that the only well that never runs dry is found in God.
Whether you are in a season of searching, waiting, or simply longing to feel closer to the One who made you, I pray these words meet you like a gentle stream, reminding you that your thirst is not a flaw—it is an invitation.
*Note: I’ve also recorded an audio version of this piece, so you can soak in the words wherever you are—on a walk, in stillness, or even when tears are near. May it remind you that the Living Water is always flowing, always near, & always, always enough.
Your Greatest Longing