The Good Water

Drink waters out of thine own cistern, and running waters out of thine own well. Let thy fountains be dispersed abroad, and rivers of waters in the streets. Prov 5:15,16

As was custom, every man had his own cistern in which to drink. This was the place where a man's thirst could be best quenched from the hot sun and a day of hard labor. It's water was good and pure and refreshing. He knew it's fine quality and where it came from. This was not water gathered from a muddy puddle. This water was a source of life.

Of course the "waters from your own cistern", is your wife, the wife of your youth. The proverb is teaching us about the life taking dangers of consorting with any woman other than your wife. It contrasts the seductuve wayward woman with the beauty and wonders of your very own wife. Yes, God is so good!

Marriage is a remedy against the many temptations that can entice a young man. Marriage is good, pure, and holy. It is a gift from God against a sinful bent in everyone of us that wants to gratify their own lust.

Your marriage is to be like a fountain bursting forth. This is a picture of the fruits of the relationship between husband and wife. Their love will overflow towards one another and others also. They will have children who will give refreshment to many. This is why marriage is so important in our communities. Much ministry and benefit to others flow out of this precious relationship.

Please men take heed. Drink the pure water from your own cistern!