“But the wisdom that comes from heaven is first of all pure; then peace-loving, considerate, submissive, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial and sincere. Peacemakers who sow in peace reap a harvest of righteousness.” (James 3:17-18)
February 13rd 2011 - "Satisfying Thirsty Souls" - Dan Stewart
Jesus answered her, “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)
Main thoughts: I. PHYSICAL needs illuminate SPIRITUAL concerns. II. Material ANALOGIES identify spiritual CONFUSION. III. Spiritual TRUTH introduces moral GUILT. IV. Moral HOLINESS involves spiritual WHOLENESS.
Summary: Life’s deepest needs are not PHYSICAL but SPIRITUAL. Only a PERSONAL RELATIONSHIP with the living God who made us can meet them. Do you hunger and thirst for a growing relationship with Him? Have you let physical pleasures crowd out spiritual pursuits?
John 4:4-15 (click on Verse to see passage in NIV Translation)
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