Is your soul parched and longing for more? Discover the power of living water that transforms desolate deserts into flourishing Edens. This message uncovers the depth and beauty of Jesus' invitation to come and drink from the waters of eternal life. By examining the cultural and historical context of the Feast of Tabernacles, we learn how this symbol of water was vital for survival and spiritual enlightenment. Dive into how Christ offers each of us a personal Eden—overflowing with love, creativity, and purpose. John 7:37-43 On the last and greatest day of the festival, Jesus stood and said in a loud voice, “Let anyone who is thirsty come to me and drink. Whoever believes in me, as Scripture has said, rivers of living water will flow from within them.”By this he meant the Spirit, whom those who believed in him were later to receive. Up to that time the Spirit had not been given, since Jesus had not yet been glorified. On hearing his words, some of the people said, “Surely this man is the Prophet.” Others said, “He is the Messiah.” Still others asked, “How can the Messiah come from Galilee? Does not Scripture say that the Messiah will come from David’s descendants and from Bethlehem, the town where David lived?” Thus the people were divided because of Jesus. Reflection Questions: 1. Where in your life do you see a need for the renewal that living water brings? 2. How can embracing Jesus' invitation change the way you view challenges and blessings alike? 3. What role does the concept of community play in realising the Eden God wants to build? Further Reading: Scriptures: John 7:37-43, John 4:7-14, Acts 1:6-8, Isaiah 12:3, Isaiah 44:3-4, Psalm 118:25, Exodus 17:6, Genesis 12, Genesis 26, Genesis 41, 2 Samuel 21, 1 Kings 18, 2 Kings 4, Haggai 1, Nehemiah 5, Revelation 22:1-2, Galatians 4:19, Romans 8:29, Philippians 1:18-26." Thank you for joining us. We pray you were blessed. Needing pastoral support? http://flr.ms/ij Want to know how you can give? https://www.dayspring.com.au/give Connect with us on: https://www.instagram.com/dayspringchurch/ https://www.facebook.com/dayspringchurch Listen to Dayspring Worship https://music.youtube.com/channel/UCQM5jWUvVAOxpvK7D571Q https://open.spotify.com/artist/331972RySiV4WcoYTTJHeB?si=4b8N7CVQT2ysAeBiMGr1BA https://music.apple.com/us/artist/dayspring-worship/1035339614
