Christ the Source of Living Water
Early in His ministry, Christ issues
a challenge: Search the scriptures
for they testify of me (Jn 5:39).
Now His public declarations and
miraculous demonstrations serve
to confirm what the Old Testament
said would be true of Him. Using
the Jewish feast days as public
forum, Jesus declares Himself
as the Bread of Life (6:35),
the Sent One of God (7:28),
the Forgiver of Sins (8:11) and
the Light of the World (8:12).
Lord, You are our Source of Joy:
On the last day, the climax of the
festival, Jesus stood and shouted
to the crowds: If you are thirsty,
come and drink! For the Scriptures
declare the rivers of living
water will flow out from within.
When He said living water
He was speaking of the Spirit,
who would be given to everyone
believing in Him (John 7:37-39).
Lord, we received not only your
great salvation but also promise
of Your Spirit poured upon us.
Jesus, You are indeed our spiritual
thirst quencher, offering not just
a one-off drink but a never-ending
spring which is able to meet our
deepest needs & greatest longings
Even as we believe in You, we
will never thirst again. And even
as Your life flow through us, let
it fill us with deepest joy. Amen.
Father God, I remember and echo
Jacob’s words: I will not let You
go until You bless me. My thirst
will not let me settle for just a
mediocre spiritual experience.
It’s too strong for that, and I know
You will honour my persistence.
May the river of living water
flow freely in me so that I truly
experience the joy that is
unspeakable. In Jesus’ name, Amen
Holy Spirit, flow through me like
a rushing river, filling me with
dreams and ideas from Your heart.
I want more than trickles of peace;
I want torrents of joy. Help me
discern the difference between
my thoughts and Yours. And let
me not get stuck trying to analyse
them. Instead grant me the faith
to believe. In Jesus’ name, Amen.