Intimacy With the Holy SpiritSample

As we continue to read the story in Genesis, you'll notice that this servant is now on his way to find a wife for Isaac. He meets by the well a young, virgin woman who is beautiful to behold.

In this passage, Rebekah represents the church, the bride of Christ, who is called to walk in purity and drink from the well of salvation. Mind you, this servant had men with him and many camels that carried goods. But he asks this question of Rebekah, “Please let me drink a little water from your pitcher” (Genesis 24:17).

He could have gotten that water from the well himself, but this was a test. His thirst was her test. If she gave water to him and his camels, she would be the chosen one.

What if I were to tell you that the Holy Spirit was thirsty? He desires your attention. The Holy Spirit waits to be wanted. He desires fellowship with you. He wants you to talk to Him. Yes, Jesus told us that if we are thirsty, we can come to Him and drink of the Holy Spirit, but if the Holy Spirit is thirsty, can you give Him a drink (John 7:37-38)? Can you hear His sweet voice asking for a drink?

If we break down the verse, we can see powerful representations for today.

PLEASE: this indicates a petition, not a command. He doesn’t want to force you to fellowship with Him. He is not ordering you to, but rather asking this of you as a friend.

LET ME: this reveals the Holy Spirit is God, but He is also a Person who has feelings and affections and longs to be invited.

DRINK A LITTLE: Could you give Him a little attention every day? Pause during your busyness. Stop what you’re doing, and just acknowledge Him.

FROM YOUR PITCHER: This could represent your daily life/your calendar. We all have the same 24 hours, and our pitcher needs to be refilled every morning. He desires to drink from your pitcher. He wants your attention, your affection. We let everyone else drink from our pitcher; it’s time to let Him drink first.

Reflection:

The best thing you can do right now is to stop reading this and go spend some quality time with this wonderful Person. Develop a daily habit of constant communion with the Holy Spirit. Talk to the Holy Spirit if you desire to walk in the Holy Spirit.

Let's Pray:

Holy Spirit, can you teach me how to get to know You?