Desert Pete

The word which they heard did not profit them, not being mixed with faith. - Hebrews 4:2

In the 1960s, the Kingston Trio released a song called "Desert Pete." The ballad tells of a thirsty cowboy who is crossing the desert and finds a hand pump. Next to ot, Desert Pete has left a note urging the reader not to drink drom the jar hidden there but to use its contents to prime the pump.

The cowboy resists the temptation to drink and uses the water as the note instructs. In reward for his obedience, he receives abundance of cold, satisfying water. Had he not acted in faith, he would have had only a jor of unsatisfying, warm water to drink.

This reminds me of Israel's journey through the wilderness. When their thirst became overwhelming (Ex. 17:1-7), Moses sought the Lord. He was told to strike the rock of Horeb with his staff. Moses believed and obeyed, and water gushed from the stone.

Sadly, Israel would not consistently follow Moses' example of faith. Ultimately, "the word which they heard did not profit them, not being mixed with faith" (Heb. 4:2).

Sometimes life can seem like an arid desert. But God can quench our spiritual thirst in the most unlikely circumstances. When by faith we believe the promises of God's Word, we can experience rivers of living water and grace for our daily needs. - Dennis Fisher

Drink deep of God's goodness, His faithfulness too,

Leave no room for doubting and fear;

His Word is the water of life pure and true,

Refreshing and cooling and clear. - Hess

Only Jesus, the Living Water, can satisfy our thirst for God.

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A lot of people are looking for a comfort in their heart... ways and methods tried... emptiness deep in their heart never away...

However, when they were being told that Jesus Christ is someone they can rely on, they refuse to listen... ignore the words they heard...

Quiet sad, but it is also a way to glorify His name high on the top... once these people really come in front of Lord, they will know how much of His love on them... as when we were sinners, He came and replace our life with His holy body... and these people will begin to love Him more...