“You must have the qualities of salt among yourselves.” —Mark 9:50 NLT
“Disciples are to provoke a feeling of thirst for the Gospel in the world.” —Hal M. Haller, Jr.
SOUL CRAVINGS
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“Don’t you realize that you become the slave of whatever you choose to obey? You can be a slave to sin, which leads to death, or you can choose to obey God, which leads to righteous living.” —Romans 6:16 NLT
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“Jesus replied, ‘I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to Me will never be hungry again. Whoever believes in Me will never be thirsty.” —John 6:35 NLT
“Anyone who drinks this water will soon become thirsty again. But those who drink the water I give will never be thirsty again. It becomes a fresh, bubbling spring within them, giving them eternal life.” —John 4:13-14 NLT
“All you thirsty ones, come to Me! Come to Me and drink! Believe in Me so that rivers of living water will burst out from within you, flowing from your innermost being, just like the Scripture says!” —John 7:37-38 TPT
“How He satisfies the souls of thirsty ones and fills the hungry with goodness!” —Psalm 107:9 TPT
“Is anyone thirsty? Come and drink ––even if you have no money! Come, take your choice of wine or milk ––it’s all free! Why spend your money on food that does not give you strength? Why pay for food that does you no good? Listen to Me, and you will eat what is good. You will enjoy the finest food.” —Isaiah 55:1-2 NLT
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Discussion Questions
What are some areas of life you may currently be experiencing dissatisfaction? What do you think is the source of that dissatisfaction?
Dissatisfaction can direct us to what we’re craving in life, but we must be careful, because cravings can be confusing. Tell about a time where you’ve expereinced how confusing cravings can be.
Have you ever purchased something or maybe pursued a relationship in an attempt to satisfy a craving, only to discover what you thought you wanted didn’t satisfy? Why do you think that was?
Cravings can lead us to dangerous and destructive places if we aren’t careful. That’s because if we turn to sin to seek satisfaction, we become enslaved by it. Have you ever experienced a craving becoming enslaving in your life? Explain.
Read John 6:22-35. Also, John 4:7-14. As you read, discuss what you notice about Jesus’ offer of satisfaction to the hungry and thirsty. Also, note the difference in the people’s response in John 7 compared to the woman in John 4.
Read Isaiah 55:1-2. What feelings and emotions are present as you read that incredible offer from God?