Meditation: May 6, 2007

" Then he said to me, 'It is done! I am the Alpha and the Omega, the beginning and the end. To the thirsty I will give water as a gift from the spring of the water of life.' " Revelation 21:6    

Reflection: Is he crying tears? Is his mouth moist? When was his last wet diaper? Dehydration was a serious concern for our sick, vomiting baby. We kept a diligent watch for these characteristics, and our son's body did retain enough fluids to avoid a trip to the emergency room.

Water. It is necessary for life. Without it, we die.

I certainly experience bodily thirst. After exercising, I need water to rehydrate. When I've been working without a break, my body reminds me to take a drink. When I've not been allowed any food or beverage for hours and hours before a medical procedure, my parched throat is nearly unbearable.

Aside from my body, I am thirsty. I long for healing, assurance, forgiveness, acceptance, peace. My restless soul at times pursues wholeness in ways that do not satisfy.

In John's revelation, Jesus invites all of us to his kingdom. It is complete. It is here now. It is forever. It will satisfy. The water he offers quenches our spiritual thirst.

Prayer: We are thirsty, Lord. Guide us to your "spring of the water of life." Amen         
 
Question of
the Week: How do I pay attention to my spiritual thirst?        

Meditation written by Kristin Bensen of the St. John's Writing Team.