4.THE BOOK OF EZEKIEL.

THE RIVER OF LIFE.

This river of life is mentioned in other places in the Bible

It flows through its pages, bringing life wherever it goes.

This particular river of life was shown to Ezekiel in a vision from God.

The very source of the water is God Himself.  He is the Water of life, as you can reasonably see in the story of:

‘The Woman at the Well’ in the New Testament.

Jesus said it: “l am that living water.” He is the source of all life and blessings.

The first trickle of water came from under the altar, the place of forgiveness from all sin.

“There none righteous, no not one.” We all need to come to the Father through the Son. It is His Blood that cleanses us from all sin. There is no other way.

This river is remarkable.

Ezekiel 47:3.

There was a man with a measuring stick. As Ezekiel watched, he measured off 1,000 cubits, which is in our measurement 500 yards.

He continued to measure as the water grew more profound. It had become ankle-deep.

As they continued to measure further, it became knee-deep. He led Ezekiel to wade in the depths of the waters.

Every other river becomes more robust due to feeder streams, But this river is different because it becomes  stronger all by itself. All the water is directly flowing from the Lord.

This river didn’t need streams added to it to grow deeper and deeper.

God’s LIFE-GIVING river does not need anything  else added to it from the world to make it grow.

Neither do we need good works of our own to obtain true Salvation and grow in grace.

Now, the water has become knee-deep another 500 yards beyond.

Then He measured off another 500 yards, and he led Ezekiel through  the waters and it was up to his waist.

Then, another 500 yards further, the waters were more profound and faster. He could only swim. The river was uncrossable unless you were a strong swimmer.

Spiritually, as the river deepens  it invites you to grow deeper into God. He has so much to offer.

A GLORIOUS SALVATION.

CLEANSING,

PEACE,

JOY AND LOVE.                            All wrapped up in a bundle of Grace.

“OUT OF MY DEPTH IN HIS LOVE. ❤️ “

Would you take the time to read these Scriptures? I’m sure they will bless you in your wade with God in the river of life. He is out there in the deep, beckoning you to swim into His presence.

Psalm 46.

Isaiah 13: 18-20.

Joel 3:18.

These precious promises bring you life and hope. Father God loves to pour out His blessings upon His beloved ❤️  people.

The way and depth of the River is ever increasing, so you can go deeper and deeper into God. There is so much 😊  JOY in knowing Him as Lord of your life.

Where are you in your walk with Christ?

Some Christians are content just to dip their toes into the water of life.

Some people like to paddle knee-deep, where children play and will not venture further.

Is it fear that holds you back from witnessing Christ?

Claim this promise from God’s Word.

ISAIAH 43:2.

“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you. When you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you.“

IT TAKES FAITH TO STEP INTO THE RIVER.

IT TAKES FOCUS TO KEEP YOUR EYES ON THE HOLY ONE.

Isn’t that what Peter did?  He took his eyes off Jesus and began to sink. Yet the Lord Jesus kept him safe.

I AM FEELING YOUR STRONG ARMS AROUND ME. 

“Lord, please keep me from being impulsive so I make brave and righteous decisions where I choose to 🏊‍♂️  swim. I can’t live without YOU!”

If you by faith swim out of your depth where your feet can’t touch the bottom of the River anymore. Now have faith enough to turn over on your back and allow yourself  be carried by the current of God’s love.

Surrender yourself completely  into His perceived will.

It’s time to get off the dry land. Don’t be content to paddle along the edges. Dive into that healing, refreshing river and start to swim toward Him. He will help you and you’ll not drown.

This Christian song says it all.

“OUT OF MY DEPTH INTO YOUR  LOVE, OUT OF MY DEPTH IN YOU.

THINGS I HAVE HELD SO TIGHTLY  THAT MADE ME  FEEL  SECURE.

GIVE ME THE STRENGTH, I SIMPLY NEED TO LET GO.

OUT OF MY DEPTH IN YOUR LOVE ❤️

OUT OF MY DEPTH IN YOU.

Amen.

Thankyou for reading this blog, I pray that you will continue to follow my ministry.

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