We have heard the stories of how the early Christians were
persecuted. Many people met in secret, using hand drawn or carved signs as a
signal. A shepherd’s crook or a fish, often identified members of “the
Way”—groups of Christians who met in seclusion.
This morning I discovered the sign of the fish, right there
on the curb above the underground runoff drain in front of our house. The note carved
into the concrete accompanying it says: Flows to river.
The sign is a warning not to throw pollutants into the
drain. It identifies the underground runoff drain that leads to a water source
filled with living critters. In other words, the sign of the fish points to
living water.
Jesus said:
“Whoever believes in
me, as Scripture has said, rivers of living water will flow from within them.” (John
7:38)
After more than 2,000 years, the sign of the fish still
reminds us of Jesus—the source of spiritual living water. I’m happy to see our
local government using our tax dollars to remind us of that.
Thank you, Jesus.
PRAYER: Heavenly
Father, thank you for the reminders around us of your love and plan. Thank you
for giving us a thirst to know you more and for being the true living water
that will satisfy that thirst. Amen.
WHAT ABOUT YOU?
Do you have similar fish signs on the curbs in your town?
4 comments:
Yes, I recognize this sign, the fish. Still looking for the crosses though...
@ Chris - glad you have fish down your way. I wouldn't have been surprised if you'd found alligators instead!
I'll smile now and think of Jesus, every time I see that imprint in the cement. Thank you.
@ Pam - made you look! Glad it made you smile!
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