Take time to read and meditate on the featured scripture for this week.

John‬ ‭3‬:‭16‬ ‭ESV‬ — For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.

Romans 12:2 NIV — Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.

Isaiah 40:31 KJV — But they that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.

‭‭Matthew‬ ‭28‬:‭18‬-‭20‬ ‭NIV‬‬ — Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”

Matthew 14:29 NIV — “Come,” he said. Then Peter got down out of the boat, walked on the water and came toward Jesus.

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Today’s thoughts by Deborah Ard

In preparation of our week ahead, spend some time in prayer and worship as you listen to The Goodness of God by CeCe Winans and My Testimony by Elevation Worship.

Today’s thoughts by Julie Wicker

Philippians‬ ‭1‬:‭6‬ ‭NIV‬ — being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.

This week I am sharing my personal testimony, my Christian walk, and our Water Walkers journey from the beginning. 

How did we get here? About five years ago, Ray joined our Water Walkers team by providing pictures and videos, but more importantly, friendship, writing edits and coaching. It was a God ordained appointment that the three of us savor and cherish every detail. Remember, God is in the details.  

I am confident in what God is doing in us and through us. This doesn’t mean I don’t struggle with confidence. With each new writing I have gained more confidence.

Let’s pray. Dear God, thank You for Godly friendships. Guide me in being Your Disciple and living out the Great Commission. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.

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Today’s thoughts by Julie Wicker

‭‭Matthew‬ ‭28‬:‭18‬-‭20‬ ‭NIV‬‬ — Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always, to the very end of the age.”

This week I am sharing my personal testimony, my Christian walk, and our Water Walkers’ journey from the beginning. 

How did we get here? Deborah and I met and became friends through church. We both had a desire to follow the Great Commission by sharing God’s word with others. Our Pastor encouraged us to take a class on sharing God’s word through different social media channels. From there our Water Walkers blog started. The glory of God has and always will be our shared purpose.

Today’s key verse doesn’t mean we need to travel the world. You can be a Disciple in your home and in your community. Through writing for Water Walkers, Deborah, Ray and I reach followers in 43 countries, including America, Ireland, Sweden, India, China, and many more. Pastor and author Mark Batterson says that legacy is growing fruit in someone else’s garden.

Do you believe in Christ Jesus? Have you asked Him into your heart to forgive your sins and be Lord over your life? If you want more on salvation,  you can visit our page on Steps To Peace.

Let’s pray. Dear God, thank You for the gift of Your son, Christ Jesus. Guide me in being Your Disciple and living out the Great Commission. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.

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Today’s thoughts by Julie Wicker

Acts‬ ‭2‬:‭38‬ ‭NIV‬‬ — Peter replied, “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit.

This week I am sharing my personal testimony, my Christian walk, and our Water Walkers journey from the beginning. 

How did I get here? It has always amazed me that even though my parents didn’t start their marriage as Christ followers they had me baptized as an infant. Thankful I could pass the baton of faith to our children, my husband and I had them baptized as infants and raised them in church. It wasn’t until our twins were about 5 that we started participating in Sunday School, devotions, and really diving in and learning God’s Word. Before that time, I relied on my Pastor to know it for me. I didn’t realize how much I relied on my Pastor until my son asked me, “Why don’t golf carts have seatbelts?” I could barely get out, “I am not sure” when my son then said, “I know, I need to ask Pastor Mike!” It was then that I really wanted to know God’s word so when my children would ask a biblical question, I could answer it and have a conversation with them about God’s Word.

Do you believe in Christ Jesus? Have you asked Him into your heart to forgive your sins and be Lord over your life? If you want more information, you can visit our page on Steps To Peace.

Let’s pray. Dear God, thank You for the gift of Your son, Christ Jesus. Forgive me of my sins and be Lord over my life. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.

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Today’s thoughts by Julie Wicker

‭‭John‬ ‭4‬:‭13‬-‭14‬ ‭NIV‬‬ — Jesus answered, “Everyone who drinks this water will be thirsty again, but whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst. Indeed, the water I give them will become in them a spring of water welling up to eternal life.”

Read John 4: 1-42 NIV

This week I am sharing my personal testimony, my Christian walk, and our Water Walkers journey from the beginning. 

How did I get here? Although I attended church from a young age, I don’t recall asking Jesus into my heart until I was a junior in high school. Prior to that I was living one foot in church and one foot in the world. Getting saved is what I would call a Woman at the Well transforming experience. There were areas in my life I didn’t think could be redeemed. Good news, God loves each of us, no matter our sins.

In reading today’s key verse, I want everyone to know that with Jesus, you too will never thirst again. It is comforting knowing that Jesus wants to sit at the well with you and I. Do you believe in Christ Jesus? Have you asked Him into your heart to forgive your sins and be Lord over your life? If you want more on salvation, you can email us at waterwalkers29@gmail.com.

Let’s pray. Dear God, thank You for the gift of Your son, Christ Jesus. Forgive me of my sins and be Lord over my life. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.

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Today’s thoughts by Julie Wicker

‭‭John‬ ‭3‬:‭16‬ ‭ESV‬ — For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life.

This week I am sharing my personal testimony, my Christian walk, and our Water Walkers journey from the beginning. 

How did I get here? I grew up in a divided home. When I was a little girl my mom received Jesus into her heart as her personal savior. Although my dad was not a believer, we started going to church as a family. As we moved from Illinois to Pennsylvania and then to South Carolina, we attended churches of different denominations, including Non-Denominational, Baptist, Church of God, and United Methodist.

No matter what Christian church we attended, today’s key verse was and is a foundation to our belief. Faith begins with trusting and believing that Jesus came so that we can have eternal life. Do you believe in Christ Jesus? Have you asked Him into your heart to forgive your sins and be Lord of your life? If you want more information you can email us at waterwalkers29@gmail.com.

Let’s pray. Dear God, thank You for the gift of Your son, Christ Jesus. Forgive me of my sins and be Lord over my life. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.

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