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Do you ever feel empty?

Maybe dry and parched, as though you have nothing left to give.

You may feel as though you can only afford to give someone a drink if you actually have

some water to give them.

If, however, you know something of the work of the Holy Spirit in your life, you know

you are always full and will always have enough to give.

The theme of this meditation from 2 Thessalonians 3 is being filled with the love of God and

always having enough.

So to begin your meditation, slip into a time and place where you can be aware of your

heart being filled.

You may start by listening and joining into this responsive reading and prayer from 1 John

chapter 4 and James chapter 1, respond, Lord God, fill my heart with your love.

We love because God first loved us.

Lord God, fill my heart with your love.

Don't be fooled, my dear friends.

Every good and perfect gift comes down from the Father who created all the lights in

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