I Am Thirsty
(Jesus from the Cross) “I am thirsty.” – John 19:28
Memory Verse:
“So the Word became human and made his home among us. He was full of unfailing love and faithfulness. And we have seen his glory, the glory of the Father’s one and only Son.”
– John 1:14
Jesus said, “I am thirsty” to show that He is
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BECAUSE JESUS IS FULLY GOD AND FULLY HUMAN…
- HE ________________ ME WHEN I AM ________________.
Matthew 4:1 (NLT) — 1 Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the wilderness to be tempted there by the devil.
Hebrews 4:15–16 (NLT) — 15 This High Priest of ours understands our weaknesses, for he faced all of the same testings we do, yet he did not sin. 16 So let us come boldly to the throne of our gracious God. There we will receive his mercy, and we will find grace to help us when we need it most.
- he ______________________ ME when i am
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Psalm 23:1, 4 (NLT) — 1 The Lord is my shepherd; I have all that I need.
4 Even when I walk through the darkest valley, I will not be afraid, for you are close beside me. Your rod and your staff protect and comfort me.
- HE ______________ me when i am _______________.
John 11:35 (NLT) — 35 Then Jesus wept.
Psalm 147:3–4 (NLT) — 3 He heals the brokenhearted and bandages their wounds. 4 He counts the stars and calls them all by name.
- HE ____________ me WHEN I AM ______________.
Mark 6:34 (NLT) — 34 Jesus saw the huge crowd as he stepped from the boat, and he had compassion on them because they were like sheep without a shepherd. So he began teaching them many things.
Proverbs 3:5–6 (NLT) — 5 Trust in the Lord with all your heart; do not depend on your own understanding. 6 Seek his will in all you do, and he will show you which path to take.
HE ________________ me WHEN I
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1 John 1:9 (NLT) — 9 But if we confess our sins to him, he is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all wickedness.
John 7:37–38 (NLT) — 37 On the last day, the climax of the festival, Jesus stood and shouted to the crowds, “Anyone who is thirsty may come to me! 38 Anyone who believes in me may come and drink! For the Scriptures declare, ‘Rivers of living water will flow from his heart.’ ”
nextSteps
- Invite someone to the Easter service with me.
- Learn more about the 15-minute post-service Guest Reception with cookies and coffee in 3 weeks.
- Get ready for the new series starting Easter Sunday, Overcoming Giants.
- Make plans to attend our church prayer meeting for Easter Sunday, March 27th at 11 AM.