OCTOBER 6, 2 Kings 2:19-22 

Elisha crossed over Jordan and entered Jericho.The people there were as idolatrous as any of the other cities of Israel. That city had a beautiful environment but not all was well - its water was bad. According to the people, the water had made the ground barren or unfruitful. They complained to Elisha the prophet about it.

Elisha asked for a new pot with some salt in it. He then went to the spring or source of their water supply. He emptied the pot into the spring and declared, “Thus saith the LORD, I have healed these waters; there shall not be from thence any more death or barren land.” Drinking the unclean water had even killed some people. But, ever since Elisha spoke these words, the waters of Jericho had remained clean to this present day. Yes!

We know how important water is to us. Without water, we will die of thirst. In Singapore today, we need to just turn on the tap and we can enjoy clean drinking water. However, the clean water is a result of a long process of filtering and purifying. It would certainly take more than salt. Out of mercy, God healed the waters of Jericho although some of the people in Jericho may be idol worshippers who did not deserve it. Nevertheless, God loves them and wants them to return to Him. Do you know why? It is because He is the Lord and only He can heal our souls.

Only Jesus can give us water that will make us never thirst again.

Let us search the Bible for this promise of Jesus using the clues:

Answer: The verse is found in _____________________________ The verse says,“__________________________________ ______________________________________________ ______________________________________________ ______________________________________________”

Thought: Only God has the power to heal our souls.

Prayer: Our Heavenly Father, I thank Thee for healing my soul and making me Thy child. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.