‏ Proverbs 25:25

The Refreshment of Good News

This section teaches us that it is natural to hope for good news, especially from friends or about things happening far away. We often wait eagerly to hear news, but we should be patient and not let our desire for good news become too strong. When good news finally arrives, it is as refreshing as cold water to someone who is very thirsty. The joy is even greater when we hear the good news of the gospel or feel the assurance that we belong to God.

v. 25: The verse says, “Like cold water to a thirsty soul, so is good news from a far country” . This means that receiving good news, especially when you have been waiting for it, brings great happiness and relief. It refreshes your spirit, just as a cool drink refreshes someone who is thirsty. In the same way, hearing about God’s love or the hope of heaven brings deep joy to our hearts.

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