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God's Table

Basic provision and deep image

Water

Water is life in a dry land, and the picture Jesus uses for himself.

Biblical principle← Food Guide

Where it appears in Scripture

Exodus 17; Psalm 23:2; John 4:14; Matthew 10:42.

What Scripture says

  • Giving a cup of water is treated as a real act of love.
  • Thirst is used to describe the soul's need for God.

What Scripture does NOT say

  • Scripture gives no daily litre target.

New Testament context

Jesus offers living water, promises that a cup given in his name matters, and asks for water at the well. Physical thirst becomes a doorway to grace, welcome and eternal life.

Common misconceptions

  • "Living water is a hydration rule." Jesus is speaking of the life he gives.