A Psalm of Asaph. Surely God is good to Israel, To those who are pure in heart! But as for me, my feet came close to stumbling, My steps had almost slipped. For I was envious of the arrogant As I saw the prosperity of the wicked.

Yes, Lord, there are many times when covetousness consumes me. I begin to think about how satisfying it would be to have … or how enjoyable it would be to … or … But I have never learned that the coveted fruit never satisfies, the gadget of my dreams comes with a whiff of burning sulfur. You are the only One who totally and purely satisfies.

Today's readings in the Psalms:

Morning: Psalm 132

Mid-day: 119:97-104

Evening: Psalm 57

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