The Bible reveals that man is thirsty. This is why we continually seek countless things to satisfy us, such as knowledge, diplomas, careers, money, sports, music, entertainment, parties, relationships, etc. Although we drink this "water," we do not find true and lasting satisfaction; rather we are left empty, dry, and thirsty. Thus, we seek even more "water," trying to quench our inner thirst. The relentless cycle continue. The Lord Jesus explains this experience by telling us that "Everyone who drinks of this water shall thirst again" (John 4:13).
How then can our thirst be quenched? Jesus continued, "But whoever drinks of the water that I will give him shall be no means thirst forever; but the water that I will give him will become in him a spring of water gushing up into eternal life" (John 4:14). This water is Jesus Christ Himself. He is the embodiment of the divine, uncreated life of God (Colossians 2:9; John 1:3). He satisfies.
Through death He redeemed us, and in resurrection He became the life-giving Spirit so that we could drink Him (1 Corinthians 15:45; 12:13). Now He can quench all our thirst. To receive Christ, simply turn to Him and pray:
Lord Jesus, thank You for dying for me.
I confess that I have tried so many other things.
Lord Jesus, I'm thirsty! Take away my sins.
I praise You that You are living in resurrection.
Lord, I receive You.
Come into me! Fill me with Your life!
After receiving Christ initially as you life, He desires that you continue to enjoy Him until His life reaches maturity in you. Three things which helps this new life to mature are praying, reading the Bible, and meeting with other believers.
