How to Have an Abundant Life
“You make known to me the path of life; in your presence there is fullness of joy; at your right hand are pleasures forevermore.” — Psalm 16:11
In public, most people seem happy, but beneath the surface they feel empty. In fact, it’s possible to feel alone even in a large crowd. The reason for that is because man was created with a yearning that only God is able to satisfy. People can’t be fulfilled until they experience His transforming and unconditional love. Jesus said, “I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly.” (John 10:10) In other words, the Lord wants us to feel complete, which can happen only through a relationship with Him. However, even a person who is saved can feel empty. At times this results from disobedience. A detour in one’s walk with the Lord can become a way of life, depriving a believer of deep satisfaction. It’s also possible for Christians to live according to God’s Word without fully surrendering to the Father. For example, many believers still try to fill their own void with achievements, wealth, or relationships. When such aspirations are given higher priority than the Lord, they can lead to a sense of dissatisfaction. An abundant life is possible only when we seek God above all else.
