Build Yourself a Springhouse - Part 1

If you've ever been in a springhouse, especially in the summer, you will likely know that there is a sense of refreshing there. The air is cool. The water is cool, clear and tastes like no other water you drink. (My memories anyhow)
I have very clear memories of my childhood visits to at least two springhouses.
God intends for your soul to be a place refreshed as well as refreshing.
Here are three of the six things you can do in your life to "Build Yourself a Springhouse" of refreshing.

  1. Learn to be SILENT
  2. Learn to PRAY, truly pray, and to have prayer at the beginning, middle and ends of your days.
  3. Learn to REST! Recover a rhythm of work and rest. Learn to truly Sabbath.

This coming Sunday we will finish with the last three things you can do.

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