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Interpretation of the Bible / John 7:38

Whoever believes in me, as Scripture has said, rivers of living water will flow from within them.

John 7:38 is a beautiful promise that Jesus makes to those who believe in Him. He says that rivers of living water will flow from within. This verse refers to the work of the Holy Spirit in the life of a believer. As followers of Christ, we receive the fullness of the Holy Spirit flowing within us to do God’s work in and through our lives.

The Source of Life

Jesus uses the imagery of living water to convey the idea that those who believe in Him will have an endless source of life. He promises to give life in abundance, life that will never run dry. He is the source of eternal life, and it is found only through faith in Him.

The Need for Sincere Faith

In order for us to experience the flow of the Holy Spirit in our lives, we must have sincere faith in Jesus. This faith is not just a verbal declaration of faith, but a complete surrender of our lives to the Lord. If we want rivers of living water to flow from within us, we must give our lives to Jesus. Only through genuine faith in Christ can the Holy Spirit work in our lives.

Book: New Testament / John
Topics: faith, life, Word of God
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