Pouring out
October 9-10
Pouring out
He saved us, not because of the righteous things we had done, but because of his mercy. He washed away our sins, giving us a new birth and new life through the Holy Spirit. He generously poured out the Spirit upon us through Jesus Christ our Savior. Titus 3:5-6
According to Merriam Webster dictionary the word pour means to dispense; to cause to flow in a stream or to rain hard. This definition and its concept of pouring something out, has a strong biblical basis. In the Old Testament both Job (Job 30:16) and Hannah (1 Samuel 1:15) poured out their souls before the Lord. God poured out His wrath on rebellious Israel (2 Chronicles 34:21). Indeed, the Old Testament’s use of the image of pouring is frequently connected to wrath. However, in the New Testament, the use of “pouring out” is the opposite of this furor. Instead “pouring” is used to show God’s love and the Holy Spirit.
In the Old Testament, God poured out His wrath upon sin and sinners; in the New Testament He pours out His love on all. What does the image suggest? We have been filled to overflowing with God’s Spirit and love. God has filled you with His love so you can share it with others.
Today, may you be encouraged to take the overflow of His love and share it with someone else.
Prayer for today: Heavenly Father, I thank You for your love, mercy and grace. You have shown it to me in abundance. I thank You for all that You have already changed in me. I accept Your love and pray that You will use me to share this love with someone else today. Amen