John 4:14
Whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst. Indeed, the water I give them will become in them a spring of water welling up to eternal life.
I have read that the human need for water is far greater than the need for bread. Just try going for one day without water and you will find yourself yearning for just a sip to ease the burning thirst.
I just watched an interview that featured Olympic Gold medalist Apolo Ohno. He is now training to compete in the Ironman World Championship in Kona, Hawaii. The race is a triathlon: 2.4 mile swim, 112 mile bike ride, ending with a 26.2 mile marathon. (I am exhausted just typing it!)
One of the things that Apolo mentioned was the critical need of water. Before, during, and following the race, it is essential for the competitors to keep hydrated. I am sure that many of us have watched marathon races or bike races where the athletes’ supporters stood along the race route passing out bottles of water to the passing racers.
As we run the race for Christ, it is vital that we keep spiritually hydrated. Our physical bodies may be doing fine, but we may be withering spiritually. The Lord has promised us that He is always with us and beside us. When Jesus ascended into heaven, He promised that the Holy Spirit would come to be with us. As we open God’s Word and ask the Spirit to guide our eyes, we will begin to feel the cool, refreshing, and satisfying water of Truth. Stay hydrated, my friend!
May God richly bless you as you bless others by your words and actions!
– – – Pastor Cecil