"I AM MY BELOVED'S, AND HIS DESIRE IS TOWARD ME." Jesus is the object of a believer's love. To him the world is a wilderness. Heaven is his Father's house and his home. He is passing through the wilderness in company with Jesus. He is as the bride leaning on her beloved. This is indicative of weakness in herself and confidence in her Beloved. He is her strength as well as her guide, her support as well as the object of her affection. She leans on him as well as converses with him. He supports as well as comforts her. Believer, keep close to thy Saviour's side. Never leave Him while in this waste howling wilderness. Lean on Him, and when you feel weak lean hard. His strong arm is put forth to support your weak frame. He will bear you up and lead you on. The more you lean on Him, the more you will love Him; and the more you love Him, the closer you will cleave to Him. Yield to His guidance, trust in His love, lean on His power, walk by His side, and commend Him to others around you. In His company you are safe, in communion with Him you will be happy : like the two disciples of old, your heart will be warmed, and you will be at the end of your journey before you are aware of it.

For Meditation:
On thy Saviour's love and power,
On His righteousness and blood,
Lean in every passing hour,
Lean till you sit down with God.