Our primary focus remains centered on God, as He has chosen to reveal Himself to us, guiding us toward a deeper understanding of His divine nature. From that focal point, we carefully select our pursuits and intentions—those that reflect His holy longing for relationship and righteousness. In a sense, we dwell within the presence of God, living in His divine embrace; yet, our persistent restlessness and anxiety at even minor changes serve as reminders that true peace is found only in learning to rest fully in Him. Desire functions much like stepping through the outer rooms of a grand house, each step bringing us closer to the innermost chamber—the secret, sacred room at the very heart of the home. This innermost chamber symbolizes the core of our true longing: the place where salvation resides within us, experienced through faith. It is a spiritual sanctuary accessible at all times—a reflection of our past encounters with the exalted salvation gifted to us. We do not make choices without desire; our desires are the compass guiding our actions. However, many dismiss their desires or doubt their reliability, believing that feeling intensely before deciding makes our choices untrustworthy. Despite this, we must remain attentive to what we truly long for, learning to align our desires with reason and wisdom so that our hearts do not grow weary or faint from lack of longing. As the Psalmist proclaims, before entering the temple, he longed for God with unwavering fervor, with a heart fully committed. This creates a tension between belief and suffering—a place where longing and salvation intersect—where we yearn for the divine and catch glimpses of its reality, yet, through fleeting moments, realize our inability to sustain that intense desire. Living constantly in the supernatural peace of His salvation often feels beyond our reach. Nevertheless, by renewing our longing for Christ, we discover that even amidst unfulfilled desires, we can return again and again to that divine experience simply by desiring Him more wholeheartedly. As we entrust ourselves—placing our lives into His care, echoing the words, "Into your hands I commit my spirit"—it’s as if we are moving from the shadow of death into the everlasting home prepared for us by His grace.