Thirsty is an interesting word. It has so many meanings, from needing a drink to being eager. I was reading something today that reminded me to drink more water. Then I started thinking about how thirst can cause our minds and bodies to fail. The same is true in a spiritual sense. If we do not quench our spiritual thirst, we will never experience the life of purpose that God planned for us. What a wasted 
life!
John 7:37 tells us that Jesus stood and called out [in a loud voice], “If anyone is thirsty, let him come to Me and drink! What drink was Jesus offering? Jesus is talking about living water, the Holy Spirit.
He said, “To all who are thirsty, I will give freely.” How do we receive this living water? Only Christ can give you this water. He told the Samaritan woman at the well, “If you knew the gift of God and who it is that asks you for a drink, you would have asked him, and he would have given you living water” (John 4:10). The Holy Spirit, though a free gift, will only come if He is asked. Have you asked? Do you have the living water bubbling up on the inside of you to eternal life?
It’s a new year, and many are making decisions about their life, health, career, and family. Do not neglect your spiritual health. Start the year with a commitment to be filled with living water so that you may never thirst again. Remember, it’s a decision and a commitment. Decide first to accept Jesus as your Lord and Savior, and then commit to a life of obedience (that’s why He is called Lord). We must know who Jesus is, who He claimed to be, and what it means to believe and follow Him.
God initiated His plan of redemption, reaching out to us through Christ. Salvation entails “Believe in the Lord Jesus …” (Acts 16:31). The Greek word translated “believe” means “to believe, put one’s faith in, trust, with an implication that actions based on that trust may follow.” To believe means more than just knowing about Jesus. One must also act on this knowledge, combining faith and trust and acting on it.
If you choose to quench your thirst today, pray this prayer:
Welcome to the family of God. Start reading your Bible (YouVersion online plan) and find a great church that preaches the uncompromised Word of God. And don’t forget to tell someone about your experience. Our testimony is how we share the good news with other people. I am so glad you made this decision, and all of heaven is rejoicing.
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