If you have ever been really, really thirsty you might have some empathy with Jesus’ words for today. At first glance, these last words of Christ seem to be a fulfillment of ancient prophecy. Yet, as we look at the entire ministry of Christ there might be deeper meaning for us to explore. In the Hebrew Scriptures and in the gospels are many examples of thirsting for justice and righteousness, desire for love and purpose and deeper meaning. Today’s lesson and the story of the woman at the well suggest we should “drink” the living water of Jesus.
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