Psalm 17:15
15 As for me, I shall behold your face in righteousness; when I awake, I shall be satisfied with your likeness.
To grow as a Christian, we need to become people who want God more than anything else. When we spend time with God in the Word and in prayer, or take the news of Jesus to the world, or see God reflected in the lives of our brothers and sisters in Church that activity should have one motivation. We should really be seeking to see His Face.
In this verse, that is all the Psalmist wants. The verses before Psalm 17:15 talk about the worldly man who wants lots of kids and possessions. But this person wants to see God’s face more than anything else. True bliss is to stand before that face and see Him looking back at you with love. You have to have your sin dealt with, which is another huge reason we must have Jesus. But if you stand in righteousness before God then you see the Holy Smile. That’s what true satisfaction looks like.
Prayer prompt: Lord, today I desire just one thing, show me Your Smile through Jesus.