Scripture: John 7:37-39
“On the last day, that great day of the feast, Jesus stood and cried out, saying, “If anyone thirsts, let him come to Me and drink. He who believes in Me, as the Scripture has said, out of his heart will flow rivers of living water. But this He spoke concerning the Spirit, whom those believing in Him would receive’ for the Holy Spirit was not yet given, because Jesus was not yet glorified.”
Reaction: I discerned some beautiful images while contemplating on this passage, which I found under the topic of Joy. Christ beckoned me to come to Him to drink from a bubbling spring whenever I was in need of physical, mental or spiritual refreshment. The words He spoke to me were like this: “Need some courage? Come and drink. Need encouragement? Come and drink. Need more faith? Come and drink. Need wisdom? Come and drink. Need love? Come and drink. Need life? Come and drink.”
I then imagined drinking from the spring, and being filled with every gift and blessing, till all my needs were satisfied. These graces welled up inside of me and eventually burst forth, not so much like a flowing river but rather as an aura radiating from my being. Christ reminded me that the waters of his spring will never run dry.
About Me
- Michele S.
- In 2007 I took an early retirement to ‘find myself’ and to discern God's plan for me. My journey has led me down many paths, where, among other things, I’ve cared for an ailing relative, volunteered with the needy, subbed in the schools, taught a fitness class, become a freelance resume writer, initiated a small prayer group, and competed in Senior Olympics Dance Sport events. My most rewarding experience has been developing a rich relationship with the Lord by praying daily with the scriptures. Each day I choose a Bible passage based on my mood or on the church calendar. Then I meditate on God’s words, imagining that Jesus is speaking them directly to me. I might repeat a specific word or phrase like a mantra, letting it envelope me and eventually find a place in my heart. I try to hear, feel or sense what God is trying to say to me through the scriptures. Finally, I respond with my own words and impressions, and record them in a prayer journal. From time to time I post these reflections on my blog ‘Seek Ye First’. I feel very blessed that my life is such a lovely balance of work (fun stuff, but little money!), play, family, friends, and most importantly, devotion to God.
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