Podcasts about Living Water

Send us a textWhat if the win isn't a bigger platform but a life that can untie from the dock with a clear conscience? We sit down with East Texas pastor and church planter Teddy Sorrels to trace the narrow path of faithfulness in a world obsessed with celebrity metrics and seeker pragmatism. Anchored in 2 Timothy 4, we talk about preaching the word when it's costly, why the gospel's offense is actually mercy, and how sober, text-driven ministry reshapes everything from sermon prep to daily habits.Teddy shares the winding road from small country church to megachurch staff to planting Living Water in Gladewater. He lays out practical rhythms for preaching the whole counsel of God: planning the year, embracing hard passages, and “hiding behind the text” so people leave with Scripture, not a personality. We dig into the pitfalls of nose-and-nickel scorecards, the rise of platform culture, and the quiet freedom that comes from measuring success by obedience and disciple-making rather than attendance alone.The conversation moves from pulpit to home as we discuss marriage, fatherhood, and the kind of steady leadership that builds legacies. Teddy opens up about learning to give his wife his first energy, not leftovers; encouraging young families to live simply so they can disciple their kids; and calling men to courageous, gentle responsibility. Together we paint a picture of ministry that works hard without worshiping work, holds strong convictions with patience, and prepares people to endure.If you've felt the pull toward shortcuts or the fatigue of performance, this one will recalibrate your compass. Press play, share it with a friend who needs courage, and if it helps you, leave a rating and review so more people can find the show. Then tell us: where do you see the biggest drift—and how are you choosing faithfulness today?Support the show

Today we explore Luke 20:27-38, in which some people pose Jesus a theological question.  © Kate Heichler, 2025. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday. 

Pastor preaches from 1 Kings 19 about Elijah's weariness and God's provision for the journey: a cruise of water and a cake baked on coals. The message focuses on receiving the Holy Ghost, drinking the living water, and cultivating anointed praise and prayer to sustain spiritual strength. The episode calls listeners to seek revival, attend and pray before services, and embrace preaching and worship that empower believers to keep going. An invitation is given for prayer and Holy Ghost power, with contact information for Southwest Apostolic Church.

Continuing our study of the book of John, this week we look at the concept of living water and what we are really thirsting for.

In a world overflowing with opinions, does yours truly matter? This sermon explores the significance of our opinion about Jesus and how it shapes our lives and faith. Journey with us through John 7 as we uncover the various perspectives on Jesus and learn to form a true understanding of His divine nature. Discover how Jesus, the one who "tabernacled" among us, offers living water to quench our deepest thirsts. Join us as we delve into the Feast of Tabernacles and its profound connection to Jesus' identity and mission. 0:00 - Introduction: Does Your Opinion Matter? 4:15 - The World of Opinions: Technology and the Spread of Perspectives 8:30 - The Opinion That Matters: Who Do You Say Jesus Is? 12:45 - Context of John 7: From Passover to the Feast of Tabernacles 18:00 - Jesus' Miracles and Ministry: Feeding the 5,000 and Beyond 22:30 - The Feast of Tabernacles: Historical and Spiritual Significance 28:00 - Jesus' Brothers' Perspective: Misunderstanding His Mission 34:15 - Public Opinions on Jesus: Good Man or Deceiver? 40:00 - The True Identity of Jesus: Beyond Ordinary Assumptions 45:30 - The Source of True Understanding: Belief and Thirst for God 51:00 - Jesus' Invitation: Come and Drink the Living Water 56:45 - Conclusion: The Costly Provision of Jesus' Sacrifice 1:01:00 - Preparing for the Lord's Supper: Reflection and Celebration Join us as we reflect on the life-giving truth of Jesus and prepare our hearts for the Lord's Supper, celebrating His ultimate sacrifice and provision.

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John 1:1-18 The Word The Communion of God (vv. 15) His deity His community His creativity His majesty The Flesh The Incarnation of God (vv. 613) His witness His rejection His reception The Glory The Revelation of God (vv. 14- 18) His grandeur His glory His grace More to Consider Most of the NT creeds are found in the writings of Paul and most were likely passed along in the churches orally before and during Pauls ministry. The NT creeds and traditions predate the NT writings themselves and focus generally on Jesus identity, activity, and commands, but mostly on his death and resurrection that was central to the core message of the earliest churches. The affirmations in these creeds and traditions reflect the earliest Christian beliefs and practices and focus on Jesus ministry and teachings, death and resurrection by the mid AD. 30s. Lee Martin McDonald The early Christian creeds leave an essential question for modern-day Christians: Does this evidence of the resurrection inspire you as it did first-century Christians? When you hear that Jesus rose from the dead, do you want to share the good news about Jesus with others?We must continue to share our common belief in the risen Jesus so we can remember him, praise him, and be stirred to share him with others. Dr. Bob Martin III He began His ministry by being hungry, yet He is the Bread of Life. Jesus ended His earthly ministry by being thirsty, yet He is the Living Water. Jesus was weary, yet He is our rest. Jesus paid tribute, yet He is the King. Jesus was accused of having a demon, yet He cast out demons. Jesus wept, yet He wipes away our tears. Jesus was sold for thirty pieces of silver, yet He redeemed the world. Jesus was brought as a lamb to the slaughter, yet He is the Good Shepherd. Jesus died, yet by His death He destroyed the power of death. Gregory of Nazianzus, A.D. 381.

11/2/25 The Living Water John 4:3-26 Pastor Woojin Lee

In this thought-provoking sermon from Calvary Bible Church, Brad Colburn guides us through John Chapter 7, focusing on the pervasive theme of unbelief and the transformative power of the Holy Spirit. As we explore the significance of the Feast of Booths, we learn about God's provision and the promise of His Spirit, symbolized by living water. Discover how Jesus offers us a new heart and spirit, empowering us to live a life that pleases God. This message challenges us to let the living water flow from us, bringing life to those around us. 0:00 - Introduction by Brad Colburn 2:15 - Scripture Reading: John Chapter 7 5:30 - Context of Unbelief in John 7 10:45 - Understanding the Feast of Booths 15:00 - God's Provision and Promise 20:30 - Water as a Symbol of the Holy Spirit 25:00 - Jesus' Invitation to Drink 30:15 - Living Water Flowing from Believers 35:00 - The Role of the Holy Spirit in Transformation 40:00 - Conclusion and Call to Communion Join us as we reflect on the abundant life Jesus offers and our role in spreading His life-giving Spirit to the world. To learn more about Calvary, visit calvarybible.com. Find out what's happening at Calvary: calvarybible.com/events How can we pray for you? calvarybible.com/prayer

In this thought-provoking sermon from Calvary Bible Church, Brad Colburn guides us through John Chapter 7, focusing on the pervasive theme of unbelief and the transformative power of the Holy Spirit. As we explore the significance of the Feast of Booths, we learn about God's provision and the promise of His Spirit, symbolized by living water. Discover how Jesus offers us a new heart and spirit, empowering us to live a life that pleases God. This message challenges us to let the living water flow from us, bringing life to those around us. 0:00 - Introduction by Brad Colburn 2:15 - Scripture Reading: John Chapter 7 5:30 - Context of Unbelief in John 7 10:45 - Understanding the Feast of Booths 15:00 - God's Provision and Promise 20:30 - Water as a Symbol of the Holy Spirit 25:00 - Jesus' Invitation to Drink 30:15 - Living Water Flowing from Believers 35:00 - The Role of the Holy Spirit in Transformation 40:00 - Conclusion and Call to Communion Join us as we reflect on the abundant life Jesus offers and our role in spreading His life-giving Spirit to the world. To learn more about Calvary, visit calvarybible.com. Find out what's happening at Calvary: calvarybible.com/events How can we pray for you? calvarybible.com/prayer

In a world overflowing with opinions, does yours truly matter? This sermon explores the significance of our opinion about Jesus and how it shapes our lives and faith. Journey with us through John 7 as we uncover the various perspectives on Jesus and learn to form a true understanding of His divine nature. Discover how Jesus, the one who "tabernacled" among us, offers living water to quench our deepest thirsts. Join us as we delve into the Feast of Tabernacles and its profound connection to Jesus' identity and mission. 0:00 - Introduction: Does Your Opinion Matter? 4:15 - The World of Opinions: Technology and the Spread of Perspectives 8:30 - The Opinion That Matters: Who Do You Say Jesus Is? 12:45 - Context of John 7: From Passover to the Feast of Tabernacles 18:00 - Jesus' Miracles and Ministry: Feeding the 5,000 and Beyond 22:30 - The Feast of Tabernacles: Historical and Spiritual Significance 28:00 - Jesus' Brothers' Perspective: Misunderstanding His Mission 34:15 - Public Opinions on Jesus: Good Man or Deceiver? 40:00 - The True Identity of Jesus: Beyond Ordinary Assumptions 45:30 - The Source of True Understanding: Belief and Thirst for God 51:00 - Jesus' Invitation: Come and Drink the Living Water 56:45 - Conclusion: The Costly Provision of Jesus' Sacrifice 1:01:00 - Preparing for the Lord's Supper: Reflection and Celebration Join us as we reflect on the life-giving truth of Jesus and prepare our hearts for the Lord's Supper, celebrating His ultimate sacrifice and provision.

In this enlightening sermon from Calvary Bible Church, we explore the profound message of Jesus as the source of living water. Journey with us as we delve into the significance of the Feast of Booths, the symbolism of water throughout the Bible, and how Jesus fulfills the deepest thirsts of our souls. Discover how Jesus invites us to drink from the eternal wellspring of life, transforming our identity, security, and purpose. Whether you're seeking spiritual nourishment or a deeper understanding of biblical feasts, this message will encourage you to draw closer to Christ, the true source of life. 0:00 - Introduction and Calvary's Mission: Discover the global perspective of Calvary Bible Church and the importance of mission trips. 3:45 - The Importance of Water in Life and Scripture: Explore the metaphor of water as essential for both physical and spiritual life. 7:30 - Jesus' Invitation to Drink from the Living Water: Unpack Jesus' profound statement in John 7:37-38 and its implications for our lives. 12:15 - Understanding the Feast of Booths: Learn about the historical and spiritual significance of this Jewish feast. 18:00 - Jesus' Humility and Timing: Reflect on Jesus' approach to revealing His identity and mission. 23:45 - Prophetic Visions of Water and Life: Dive into the prophetic imagery of water flowing from the temple in Ezekiel. 30:20 - The Eschatological Hope of God's Presence: Consider the future hope of God's provision and presence with His people. 35:10 - The Invitation to Eternal Life in Christ: Hear the ultimate invitation to come to Christ for eternal life. 40:00 - Communion and Reflection: Participate in a time of communion and remembrance of Christ's sacrifice. To learn more about Calvary, visit calvarybible.com. Find out what's happening at Calvary: calvarybible.com/events How can we pray for you? calvarybible.com/prayer

Saying Yes to Water and the Gospel: Dr. Pete Savard's JourneyDr. Pete Savard, a 1990 graduate of Cedarville University, never imagined his life would be defined by clean water and the Gospel. A nurse educator and medical innovator, Pete once designed mobile hospitals for the U.S. government. But when that chapter closed, God began to stir something deeper in his heart. What started as a broad vision to improve healthcare around the world soon narrowed into a single, life-sustaining mission: providing clean water to those in desperate need.Years ago, Pete faced a personal “Nineveh moment.” India — a hot, rice-laden, unfamiliar place — was not where he wanted to go. But God had opened the door. Pete said yes. He took that first trip with his daughter and an engineer, not knowing it would change everything. What he saw there was heartbreaking: children sick from sewage-filled water, mothers unable to work, fathers out of jobs due to typhoid.Every hour in India, 171 children under five die from dirty water — over 4,100 every day. Pete couldn't unsee that. He had to act.That first water purification project in India took three years to fund. Pete, by his own admission, is a “terrible fundraiser.” But God provided through unexpected gifts — even a check from a widow who had just lost her husband. The water plant opened, and lives began to change. Illnesses disappeared. Children returned to school. Parents returned to work.From that humble beginning, Global Water Consortium (GWC) has grown to serve over 4 million people through projects in India, Nepal, Honduras, and soon, Kenya. Each GWC site produces and sells clean water sustainably — millions of liters annually — while opening doors for Gospel conversations.In Kenya, Pete spoke to high schoolers about health, respect, and the love of Jesus. After two days, 416 students accepted Christ — and asked that a pastor visit their homes to share the Gospel with their families.Pete doesn't see himself as a preacher. “I know health,” he says. “God uses that.” His ministry's model is rooted in Romans 12 — using the gifts God has given to serve others. And the results? Physical health, spiritual hope, and communities transformed.Pete recently shared his story on the Cedarville Stories podcast. He said yes to God even when it was hard. And through his obedience, entire villages now drink safe water — and Living Water.https://share.transistor.fm/s/758c6c2dhttps://youtu.be/qCZCzf6-O5k

High in a Cecropia tree, deep in the rainforest of Brazil, Slothy the sloth spent his day hanging around upside down and moving very slowly. And that was okay—he had nowhere else to be. Everything he needed was right there in his tree. One day, Slothy heard his friends playing in a pool of water below his tree. It sounded like they were having a lot of fun! But when Slothy tried to climb down to join them, he moved too slowly, and by the time he'd taken just a few steps, they'd already gone home for dinner. Poor Slothy. He was just too slow. But the next day, as his friends played again in the pool, one of them called to him, "Slothy, why don't you just let go of your branch and drop into the water?" It was a brilliant idea! Would Slothy be brave enough to try it? Come and listen to this darling story and discover fun facts about sloths in the rainforest and find out why Slothy's friends now call him Cannonball Slothy! What families will love about this episode: - Simple science and nature facts woven into the fun - Encourages curiosity, imagination, and wonder - Great for car rides, bedtime, and quiettime listening   I hope this story makes you giggle right along with your littles. /sbv John 4:14 But those who drink the water I give will never be thirsty again. © Old Mrs. Moody, LLC 2025 – All rights reserved

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It's Wednesday, October 22nd, A.D. 2025. This is The Worldview in 5 Minutes heard on 140 radio stations and at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus. (Adam@TheWorldview.com) By Jonathan Clark Columbian pastor threatened to leave community Christian Solidarity Worldwide reports a pastor in Colombia is under threat of forced displacement.  Pastor Aristides Chocue has worked with the Nasa Evangelical Christian Church in the southwestern part of the country since 2022. Now, an indigenous council is ordering him to leave the community with his family or face punishment.  Despite threats of violence, the pastor said, “I am not afraid. The church tells me to continue, not to leave them. I plan to continue working and trusting in God.” The South American nation is ranked 46th on the Open Doors' World Watch List of the most difficult countries to be a Christian.  2 Timothy 3:10-12 says, “You, however, have followed my teaching, my conduct, my aim in life, my faith, my patience, my love, my steadfastness, my persecutions and sufferings … which persecutions I endured; yet from them all, the Lord rescued me. Indeed, all who desire to live a godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted.” Trump threatens Columbia with tariffs over illegal drugs Speaking of Colombia, U.S. President Donald Trump said Sunday that he would raise tariffs on the country and cancel subsidies.  President Trump accused Colombia of being complicit in the illicit drug trade, calling their president “an illegal drug leader.” This continues tensions between the U.S. and Latin American countries over the drug trade. President Trump has ordered multiple strikes on alleged drug boats coming from Colombia's neighbor, Venezuela.  Uruguay first Latin American country to legalize euthanasia In other South American news, Uruguay became the first Latin American country to legalize euthanasia by parliamentary vote last Wednesday.  President Yamandú Orsi, a left-wing leader, promised to sign the bill. Colombia and Ecuador have already decriminalized euthanasia through Supreme Court decision. And Chile's left-wing president is also pushing for the legalization of this form of killing.  Canadian doctors killed 90,000 patients through legalized euthanasia In North America, euthanasia deaths in Canada rose to about 16,500 last year. That's 5% of all deaths in the country.  Canadian doctors have killed nearly 90,000 people since the country legalized euthanasia in 2016. In many cases, the reason given for the assisted suicide was simply “frailty.”  Planned Parenthood closes 7 California killing centers In the United States, Planned Parenthood announced it is closing seven locations in California.  The abortion giant has announced the closure of 50 locations across America so far this year.  The closures come as Republicans push for the defunding of Planned Parenthood. For example, President Trump's “One Big Beautiful Bill” defunds the abortion giant for a year. Bible sales up 36% following Charlie Kirk's assassination Following the tragic murder of Christian activist Charlie Kirk last month, Bible sales have surged. In September, 2.4 million Bibles were sold, up 36% compared to the same month last year. Interest in the Bible rose especially among the 18-to-34-year-old demographic, the age group that Kirk often engaged with on college campuses.  His widow, Erika Kirk, commented on this spiritual awakening during her speech at his memorial service in Phoenix, Arizona last month.  Listen. ERIKA KIRK: “This past week, we saw people open a Bible for the first time in a decade. We saw people pray for the first time since they were children. We saw people go to a church service for the first time in their entire lives.” (applause) The late Susannah Spurgeon sent 200,000 Christian books to needy pastors And finally, today is the anniversary of the death of Susannah Spurgeon.  Susannah was born on January 15, 1832 and died on October 22, 1903. In 1856, she married the prominent English Baptist preacher, Charles Haddon Spurgeon. They were married for 36 years until Charles' death in 1892.  The couple had twin sons -- Charles Jr. and Thomas in 1857, both of whom grew up to preach the Gospel. By the late 1860s though, Susannah became chronically ill. Nevertheless, she continued her steadfast support for her husband's ministry. Susannah also started a Book Fund ministry for needy pastors, sending out over 200,000 volumes by the time of her death.   Susannah's great-great-granddaughter, Susie Spurgeon Cochrane, wrote of her, “When there were good times, she gave [God] the praise, and when there were trials, she fell on her knees before Him. Again and again she went to the Fountain of Living Water and drank deeply from it. Then, and only then, was she able to do all that she did in her life.” In John 7:37-38, Jesus said, “If anyone thirsts, let him come to Me and drink. He who believes in Me, as the Scripture has said, out of his heart will flow rivers of living water.” Read more about the life and legacy of this remarkable woman in the biography entitled Susie: The Life and Legacy of Susannah Spurgeon, wife of Charles H. Spurgeon. Close And that's The Worldview on this Wednesday, October 22nd, in the year of our Lord 2025. Follow us on X or subscribe for free by Spotify, Amazon Music, or by iTunes or email to our unique Christian newscast at www.TheWorldview.com.  I'm Adam McManus (Adam@TheWorldview.com). Seize the day for Jesus Christ.

Join Pastor Derek Walker of the Oxford Bible Church as he delves into John 4, exploring the encounter between Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well. Discover the profound lessons on spiritual rebirth, overcoming barriers, and the promise of living water through the Holy Spirit. This teaching highlights the inclusive nature of Christ's message, offering salvation to all and emphasising the New Covenant of worship in spirit and truth.

Join Pastor Derek Walker of the Oxford Bible Church as he delves into John 4, exploring the encounter between Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well. Discover the profound lessons on spiritual rebirth, overcoming barriers, and the promise of living water through the Holy Spirit. This teaching highlights the inclusive nature of Christ's message, offering salvation to all and emphasising the New Covenant of worship in spirit and truth.

Zechariah 12-14: Understanding the End Times and God's Redemption In this final study of the Book of Zechariah, we dive into chapters 12 through 14 and uncover the prophetic messages regarding the end times and the ultimate redemption of Israel. Starting with a reading from Psalm 6, this study explores the parallels between ancient prophecies and their fulfillments in the New Testament, particularly in the Book of Revelation. Key themes include the tribulation, the Battle of Armageddon, and the millennial reign of Christ. We also look at how these prophecies align with current events and what they mean for our spiritual journey today. Join us to gain a deeper understanding of God's word, the importance of prophecy, and how we can live lives of holiness in anticipation of His return. 00:00 Introduction and Opening Psalm 03:24 Final Zechariah Study Overview 03:39 End Times and Revelation Connections 04:10 The Glory of God and Prophetic Interpretation 08:19 Zechariah 12: The Burden Against Israel 10:03 Jerusalem's Role in End Times Prophecy 10:18 The Battle of Armageddon 22:48 The Mourning of Jerusalem 30:56 The Fountain of Cleansing and Millennial Reign 33:12 Prophecy and False Prophets 33:53 The Millennial Reign of Christ 35:29 The Crucifixion and Prophetic Fulfillment 37:37 The Tribulation and the Church Age 41:15 The Day of the Lord 43:44 The Return of Christ and the Mount of Olives 45:45 Living Water and the Healing of the Dead Sea 50:33 Holiness and the Millennial Reign 52:04 The Feast of Tabernacles and Final Reflections

Description:In this episode of The Follow Up, Pastors Adam and Arlen join Bill to unpack Gospel of John chapter 4 — the encounter between Jesus and the Samaritan woman at the well.They explore the powerful cultural and historical context behind this moment, reveal how Jesus breaks barriers to meet us in our mess, and talk honestly about shame, grace, and what evangelism can look like in real life.If you've ever felt like the outsider, this conversation will remind you that Jesus sees you, knows you, and still pursues you.What You'll Hear:Why this encounter was so radical in its cultural contextThe heart of Jesus toward outsiders and the brokenHow shame can become a platform for the gospelWhy evangelism is simpler (and more powerful) than we make itHow your story is enough to point people to Jesus

What happens in this episode? Jesus has made a startling statement in the middle of a joyous Jewish festival. “Anyone who is thirsty may come to me! Anyone who believes in me may come and drink! For the Scriptures declare, ‘Rivers of living water will flow from his heart.'” But what does this mean? We dig into this declaration and break it down for you. Scriptures referenced in this episode: Exodus 17:16 Exodus 12:37 John 4:14 John 3:5-8 John 14:16-17 Acts 3:8-13 Acts 7:55 Acts 6:10 1 John 2:27 Galatians 5:16 Romans 8:26-28 2 Timothy 3:16-17 2 Peter 1:20-21 Acts 2 John 7:37-38 Romans 6:4 (The Message) Find Us on Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JesusStoriesThePodcast Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jesus_stories_the_podcast/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/JesusStoriesPod YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JesusStoriesthePodcast/podcasts We're on most of the podcast platforms. Please don't forget to subscribe where you listen and leave a rating for us there and on Apple Podcasts. Unless otherwise indicated, all Scripture quotations are taken from the Holy Bible, New Living Translation, copyright © 1996, 2004, 2015 by Tyndale House Foundation. Used by permission of Tyndale House Publishers, Inc., Carol Stream, Illinois 60188. All rights reserved.

Rev. Bryce Jones (10/19/2025) Sunday School Service

Listen to this week's sermon, In the Wilderness preached by Pastor Eric Stites from Numbers 20.

Spring Lake Church – DowntownSermon: Living WaterTeacher: Arlen ChastainPassages: John 4:1-42In “Living Water,” Pastor Arlen Chastain teaches from John 4:1–42, where Jesus meets the Samaritan woman at the well. Through their conversation, Jesus shows that He comes to us where we are, exposes our deepest needs, and offers freedom from shame. He alone gives living water that satisfies the soul and calls us to share that hope with others. Come and see the Savior who brings true life.springlakechurch.org | springlakechurch.org/give | springlakechurch.org/prayer

Spring Lake Church – BellevueSermon: Living WaterTeacher: Adam JacksonPassages: John 4:1-42In “Living Water,” Pastor Adam Jackson teaches from John 4:1–42, where Jesus meets the Samaritan woman at the well. Through their conversation, Jesus shows that He comes to us where we are, exposes our deepest needs, and offers freedom from shame. He alone gives living water that satisfies the soul and calls us to share that hope with others. Come and see the Savior who brings true life.springlakechurch.org | springlakechurch.org/give | springlakechurch.org/prayer

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Ezekiel 45-48

Ezekiel 47 a stand alone sermon by Vinnie Carafano.

LUKE 18:1-8 This is the holy gospel according to Luke. Glory to you, O Lord. Then Jesus told them a parable about their need to pray always and to not lose heart. He said, in a certain city there was a judge who neither feared God nor had respect for people. In that city there was a widow who kept coming to him and saying, grant me justice for my accuser. For a while he refused, but later he said to himself, though I have no fear of God and no respect for anyone, yet because this widow keeps bothering me, I will grant her justice so she may not wear me out by continually coming. And the Lord said, listen to what the unjust judge says. And will not God grant justice to his chosen ones who cry to him day and night? Will he delay long in helping them? I tell you, he will quickly grant justice to them. And yet, when the Son of man comes, will he find faith on earth? This is the gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, O Christ. Good morning. Good morning. My name is Jesse. I am the program innovator for Living Water Ministries. I've been working year round for Living Water for three years. Actually, last week I just celebrated my three year anniversary. So I've been on staff for three years, but camp has long been a part of my life. I was a camper through my whole childhood. I worked on summer staff. And now I am so blessed to be able to be part of the work that we do all year round. Before I talk about the gospel, I want to extend my gratitude to all of you. Faith and the people here have long been a part of camp and our programs. You have kids who come to camp, volunteers who can't come to camp and work with U.S. donors. Your pastor comes to camp every year. Camp is a really big part of this faith community. I also want to share with you a little bit about Living Water. For those of you who don't know us, the first thing that we do is summer camp. That's our main thing that we do. And during our typical weeks of camp, we have campers who are grades one through 12. And we do worship in the morning and we sing songs and we create this really, really special community for kids of all these ages. We have a couple of specialized programs. We have a week of camp for adults with developmental disabilities. We have a week of camp called Bridge Builders for high schoolers. And this is anti racism and leadership training. And new this year, we are launching a new program called In God's Image, which is a week of camp for LGBTQ high school youth. And coming up next Month we have Charge. Charge is a youth gathering for middle school and high schoolers, and this is at the Great Wolf Lodge. And Charge is an event that provides a powerful faith community where students get to develop leadership skills and grow in faith, all while having fun at the water park at Great Wolf Lodge. And because the love of Christ is abundant and freely given, Living Water believes that money should never be a barrier that stops a child from having a camp experience. So during COVID camp was closed for two summers, but this gave us the ability to give camp away for free in the summer of 2022. So every kid who came to camp in 2022 did so at no cost. And so since then, we have offered a tier pricing system to keep this equity going. So when families register their camper, they have the choice of paying full price, half price, or no price, no questions asked. It's just something that they get to select when they are registering their camper. So this and all of our ministry is made possible through generous individuals and congregations sharing their gifts with campers. Every year we hold our Run the Race campaign where runners and non runners alike come together and everybody commits to raising $2,000 and running a 200 mile relay race from Traverse City to Muskegon. So last month, we held our Run the Race event, and. And we raised over $131,000, which is so cool. And all of that gets to go to making camp the best place that it can be. And so why all this matters to you, why I'm telling this to you, is because of the people sitting in the pews with you. You have kids who come to camp. You have people who volunteer. Those campers become summer staffers. And your pastor is part of camp. The people at Faith sitting with you are super involved in the work that God does at camp. And we do all this because of the gospel. We do all of this work because of Jesus. So in the parable today, Jesus asks, asks us that if the people cry out to God, will he delay long in helping them? So if we cry out, will God help us? And honestly, sometimes it seems like God's not like he is delaying, like we've been crying out for quite some time and not hearing anything back. Because how long must we cry out until we finally see justice? How long must we cry out until we see an end of genocide? How long must we cry out until our black and brown siblings stop being kidnapped and murdered? How long until our children are safe in their schools? How long? Because sometimes it feels like we can't cry Any louder and still nothing. Jesus also asks, when the Son of Man comes, will he find faith on earth? And I think that the answer to that is also no. If Jesus comes to earth today, do you think he's happy with all of this? Is he impressed with our faithfulness? And I don't think so. I think that this is so far from the image of the kingdom of Earth that God has planned for us. This is so far from God's plan of perfect discipleship. And where is the faith on earth? In the first reading, Jacob wrestles with God. And this isn't a short wrestling match. Wrestling matches, we know, are about, what, two minutes? You know, it's a couple minutes and someone counts to three, and then it's over. But that's not what this was. God came to Jacob in the night, and they wrestled until daybreak. And God even says to Jacob, let me go. But Jacob says, I will not let you go until you bless me. And when the wrestling match ends, Jacob overcame and God blesses him. But Jacob doesn't walk away completely victorious. He walks away with a limp. He walks away blessed and limping. And this is what our prayer and what our faithfulness is supposed to look like. It's supposed to look like this wrestling match where we are relentlessly clinging to God and not letting go until God blesses us, holding on despite the risks, despite the injury, despite the people telling us to give up, to let go, to go home, to hold on even though we will walk away with a limp. I could tell you 100 success stories about camp, about the kids who came to camp not believing in God and then left excited about Jesus. The kids who came their whole lives and became counselors, the kids who finally found a refuge and a home at camp where they could finally be themselves. But that's not what I'm going to do. I will be happy to share these stories with you after service. I have plenty of them. But right now, I'm going to share a story with you that left me limping. Last summer, I sent a camper home. He made it about halfway through the week. But after multiple attempts at running away and getting physical with another camper and with a staff member, we made the decision that he had to go home for the safety of other campers and for his safety. But that still hurt. I felt like I had just failed this kid. I was trying to be something for him, and I fell short. And I was beating myself up, thinking, are we really creating a place for all of God's children? Are we really doing this right? And really, the answer is yes. And I had to make the hard decision to keep people safe. And I told his mom when she came to pick him up that camp isn't a no for him. This isn't a no. It's a not yet. So when he's ready to come back, we are ready for him. We will be here, because that is holding on to God and not letting go until he blesses us. And so that is why we tell every single kid that the love of God is for them. We tell every single kid that they can come just as they are. Tell every single kid that there is nothing that they could ever, ever do that would make God love them less. And that is the wrestling that we need to be doing. And I'm not letting go of that. And I will be limping, and I will be blessed.

Apostolic Fellowship Church of Christ Jesus Friday Evening Service - 10/17/2025 1153 Blue Hills Ave, Bloomfield, CT 06002 We can be reached by contacting us at AFCMedia@AFC-ct.com or calling us at (860) 242-3518

By Eric Johnson - A little historical perspective that the priests performed a symbolic ceremony by holding willow branches to make the swishing sound as a representative of God's Spirit coming upon the city and temple during the Feast. A golden vase used to pour out water libation on the altar that became known as

Invitation to Living Water (07.20.25) :: John Devine by Oasis Church Chicago

In this episode, I explore the beautiful truth that growth doesn't come from running faster or pushing harder—it comes from planting yourself in good soil. Through powerful stories of the aspen grove, George Müller's faith, and Michelangelo's masterpiece, you'll learn how to:

We all have wells we keep returning to, routines that promise refreshment but never really satisfy. The approval from a post. The buzz of success. The comfort of distraction. The woman at the well had her jar, and we all have ours. But in John 4, Jesus sits by Jacob's well to show us something radical: He doesn't want to give you another refill ...He wants to give you a new source!This message explores what happens when routine meets revelation, when religion meets relationship, and when a weary soul finally encounters the Living Water.In this teaching, you'll discover:The Difference Between a Well and a Wellspring: Why God doesn't want you to live on spiritual refills but from an inner flow of His presence.The Illusion of Control: How your “water jar” (your habits, coping mechanisms, and self-sufficiency) can keep you from true transformation.The Power of Repentance: Why dropping the jar isn't about shame but surrender, letting go of what you used to depend on so that you can receive what only God can give.The Shift from Ritual to Relationship: How worship moves from a location to a lifestyle, and how encounter leads to overflow.The woman came to the well thirsty, she left as a wellspring and overflowing with life. That's the invitation for us all: Don't just drink from the well. Become the wellspring. Because Jesus didn't come to fill your jar, He came to replace your source.

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What is the significance of living water?

Don't neglect what sustains you!

Pastor Sheri Admiraal from Hope Fellowship joins us with a message from John 7:37-39, titled “The Holy Spirit as Streams of Living Water.” Want to learn more about Connections Church? Visit our website: https://myconnections.church/

Have you ever realized your faith is running on autopilot? In this powerful message, Bev encourages us to move beyond routine Christianity and rediscover the life-giving relationship Jesus offers. Too often we live like people storing stale water in cracked cisterns—doing the right things but disconnected from the source of life.Through vivid imagery from Scripture, Bev reminds us that Jesus calls us to come and drink deeply from the living water He freely gives. When we draw from Him daily, His Spirit flows through us like a fountain. Refreshing, renewing, and bringing hope to others.This episode is a heartfelt invitation to stop striving, to stop trying to “be good enough,” and simply plug back into the source. Whether you've felt spiritually dry, distracted, or disconnected, this message will remind you that it's never too late to come back to the well and let the living water flow again.

This Shabbat in the middle of Sukkot, we look at “The Last and Greatest Day” — when Yeshua stood in the Temple and cried, “If anyone is thirsty, let him come to Me and drink.”Discover how Sukkot points to the Living Water, the Light, and the King who still invites us to stay near Him today.Watch entire message here: https://restoration.subspla.sh/w9qhq5b#thehappyrabbi #restorationseattle #JewishinSeattle #RoshHashana #YomKippur #Sukkot

This Shabbat in the middle of Sukkot, we look at “The Last and Greatest Day” — when Yeshua stood in the Temple and cried, “If anyone is thirsty, let him come to Me and drink.”Discover how Sukkot points to the Living Water, the Light, and the King who still invites us to stay near Him today.Watch entire message here: https://restoration.subspla.sh/w9qhq5b#thehappyrabbi #restorationseattle #JewishinSeattle #RoshHashana #YomKippur #Sukkot

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The love of Christ urges believers to live with purpose, remembering that true faith is never without compassion. Every human need finds its fulfillment in Him: He is Living Water, the Bread of Life, our Refuge, our Value, and our Hope. To live in light of this truth is to embody mercy and goodness, meeting needs around us while pointing to the deeper hope found only in Jesus.

Send us a textGuest: Mark Spence, Evangelist and Senior VP, Living WatersWhile he was imprisoned in Rome and shortly before being martyred, the apostle Paul, in some of his final words to his understudy pastor Timothy, exhorted him to “be sober in all things, endure hardship, do the work of an evangelist, fulfill your ministry” (2 Timothy 4:5).After Christ rose rose from the grave and ascended to heaven, His followers couldn't stop speaking the good news and saving message that “there is salvation in no one else; for there is no other name under heaven that has been given among men by which we must be saved” (Acts 4:12).Evangelism, explaining the good news of the gospel to others, is more than a command for the Christian—it should be a response of gratitude to God for personal salvation and an act of love toward others who need salvation more than anything. Think about this—Christians have the great privilege of being used by God as He redeems souls from destruction to glory!But opening up our mouths with the gospel has its difficulties. We're not quite sure how to transition a conversation from the temporal to the eternal. We're concerned how unbelievers—or our family members—will respond. Or, we conclude that “evangelism is for those with the gift.”Mark Spence is an evangelist with the ministry Living Waters, which “seeks to train the members of Christ's Body in the principles of biblical evangelism and to provide them with practical tools to proclaim the gospel.” This past week, the Living Water team of Ray Comfort, Emeal Zwayne, Mark Spence and others were invited by Turning Point USA to do an open-air Q and A and gospel presentation on the California State Fullerton campus.