The apple of his eye

The apple of his eye. Psalm17. David's prayer in verse eight is that the Lord would keep him as the apple of His eye, that he would be hidden in the shadow of His wings.  There is nothing selfish about that prayer. I for one share the same desire. Do you? Lately I found myself wanting. That is a true confession. I have  subjected myself to comparison and discontentment. Two evils that will never be satiated.  They always want more, don't they? Thankfully, the Holy Spirit prompts me to make another choice. To look toward heaven, and to be satisfied in the only life-giving sustenance there is.  So I feast on his word, and I am renewed. I am thankful. His many gifts leave me grateful.  His word fills me up to overflowing and  my cup does run over.  Who have I in heaven, but Him?The beauty of His presence makes me want to  turn my head, instead I bow before him. And in that place I am safe, secure, and no earthly thing can reach that recess of my soul. This is where I abide....