1. My soul yearns for the living God (1-4)

The psalmist's deepest desires are spiritual desires. When worldly desires occupy my heart, my heart and flesh cannot cry out for God. My deepest desire must be to know God and to dwell in his presence. Those who are really blessed are those who dwell with the living God.

2. Set your heart on pilgrimage (5-12)

Life is a pilgrimage toward God's eternal city. When we set our hearts on this pilgrimage, God strengthens and blesses us. As we travel through the desert-like world, we become a blessing to those whom our lives touch. But we must trust God and know that a day with God is better than a thousand days of worldly life. It is better to be a doorkeeper in the house of God than to dwell in the tents of the wicked. God does not withhold any good thing from those whose hearts are set on this holy pilgrimage.

Application: Lord, purify my desires and give me strength for the holy pilgrimage.
One Word: Set your heart on pilgrimage.