I Thirst
Opening Thoughts:
When was the last time you were thirsty? After playing, working or running? You know how it feels when your lips are dry and cracked. This is how Jesus felt, and more.
Scripture:
Prophecy: Psalm 22:15, 69:1; Fulfillment: John 19:28-29
Devotion:
Ever wonder why Jesus was thirsty? In John 4:10, Jesus told the woman at the well that she should be more concerned about living water than the physical. Plus, Jesus was moments from dying. The answer is in the verse. When Jesus knew that the end was near he said “I thirst” to fulfill the scriptures. It was
necessary that every prophecy be fulfilled and this was the last one. You see, if all the prophecies about Christ were not fulfilled, then the scriptures would be false. It was important for Jesus to fulfill every prophecy, no matter how insignificant it might seem.
Application:
Since Jesus was concerned about the details, then so should we. Details such as: reading our Bibles, spending time in prayer, not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, witnessing to others, tithing, serving, disciplining and many other things that we can do. We major on the details not only to be pleasing and honoring to God, but to prove the truth of what God will do in a life that is surrendered to him.
Prayer:
Lord, help me to be concerned about the details in my Christian life. Help me to show others the truth of your salvation.