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Today we explore Matthew 14:13-21, in which Jesus goes off for some alone time – and ends up picnicking with 5,000 people.  How did he manage that? © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday.

This week we explore Matthew 14:13-21, in which Jesus goes off for some alone time – and ends up picnicking with 5,000 people, even if that was not his intention for the day.  © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday.

This week we explore Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52, a series of short parables Jesus told to convey what God’s realm is like - which contains the tradition as well as blessings that are new every day..  © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday.

This week we explore Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52, a series of short parables Jesus told to convey what God’s realm is like.  He suggests the life of God will involve some sorting of blessed and not so much.  © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday.

This week we explore Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52, a series of short parables Jesus told to convey what God’s realm is like.  Today he likens it to treasure and precious pearls.  © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday.

This week we explore Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52, a series of short parables Jesus told to convey what God’s realm is like. Today Jesus likens God-Life to yeast. Hmmm....  © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday.

This week we explore Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52, a series of short parables Jesus told to convey what God’s realm is like. © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday.

This week we explore Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43, in which Jesus suggests the ways that God will deal with evil. It ends well for us! © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday.

This week we explore Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43, in which Jesus speaks of how evil and goodness get all mixed up in our world. He suggests that the solution lies with God, not with us.  © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday.

This week we explore Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43, in which Jesus speaks of evil and good - how are we to treat those who do evil?  © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday.

This week we explore Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43, in which Jesus tells a story about seeds and weeds, seeking to explain how we live with evil amid the good.  © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday.

Today we explore Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43, in which Jesus tells a story about seeds and weeds. © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday.

This week we explore Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23, in which Jesus tells a story about seeds - and what happens when they land in good soil. © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday.

This week we explore Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23, in which Jesus tells a story about spiritual growth. What chokes off God's life in our lives?  © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday. 

This week we explore Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23, in which Jesus tells a story about what are good and bad conditions for seeds.  © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday. 

Today we explore Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23, in which Jesus tells a story about seeds which land in places not suitable for seeds to grow in. What are the obstacles to spiritual growth in our lives?  © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday

This week we explore Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23, in which Jesus tells a story about seeds, soil and sowers. © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday. 

Today we reflect on independence - and inter-dependence. © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday.

Today we explore Romans 7:15-25a, in which St. Paul discusses the turmoil we often feel as we struggle with temptation.  © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday. 

This week we explore Matthew 11:25-30, in which Jesus invites us to lay our burdens on him. Are we ready to do that?  © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday.

This week we explore Matthew 11:25-30, in which Jesus invites us to lay our burdens on him, and commends those who can trust him as "infants." Insult? Or invitation ? © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday. 

This week we explore Matthew 11:25-30, in which Jesus invites us to lay our burdens on him.  Can we accept him that easily?  © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday. 

Today we explore Romans 6:12-23, in which St Paul contrasts living under threat to living under grace.  Accepting that gift of grace frees us to live more wholly and with more holiness.© Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday. 

Today we explore Romans 6:12-23, in which St Paul contrasts living under threat to living under grace. © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday. 

This week we explore Matthew 10:40-42, in which Jesus continues his training talk to his disciples before he sends them out. "Sent" is where we are too.  © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday. 

This week we explore Matthew 10:40-42, in which Jesus talks about the importance of welcoming his representatives, and inviting people to work with us in ministry, not doing "for."  © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday. 

This week we explore Matthew 10:40-42, in which Jesus talks about the importance of welcoming his representatives.  © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday. 

This week we explore Matthew 10:24-39, in which Jesus tells his disciples about the adversity they may face in following him, in putting him first. Do we?  © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday. 

This week we explore Matthew 10:24-39, in which Jesus tells his disciples that often conflict will follow their proclamation of his Messiah-ship. Have you ever had to choose?  © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday. 

This week we explore Matthew 10:24-39, in which Jesus tells his disciples about the adversity they may face when they are publicly associated with him. Is it the same for us?  © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday.

This week we explore Matthew 10:24-39, in which Jesus tells his disciples about the adversity they may face in letting the world know they follow him.  © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday. 

This week we explore Matthew 10:24-39, in which Jesus tells his disciples about the adversity they may face in following him. We often face adversity when we put God first.  © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday. 

This week we explore Matthew 10:24-39, in which Jesus tells his disciples about the adversity they may face in following him.   © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday.

This week we explore Matthew 9:35 - 10:23, in which Jesus sends his disciples out on their first mission foray.  Are we willing to get out there on God's mission?  © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday.

This week we explore Matthew 9:35 - 10:23, in which Jesus sends his disciples out on their first mission foray - with a lot of warnings.  © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday. 

This week we explore Matthew 9:35 - 10:23, in which Jesus sends his disciples out on their first mission foray - and tells them not to pack a suitcase.  © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday. 

This week we explore Matthew 9:35 - 10:23, in which Jesus sends his disciples out on their first mission foray - and told them to focus on people like them.  © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday.

This week we explore Matthew 9:35 - 10:23, in which Jesus sends his disciples out on their first mission foray - to proclaim Good News and heal the sick.  © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday. 

This week we explore Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26, in which Jesus brings healing to two people no one thought could be healed. © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday. 

This week we explore Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26, in which Jesus heals a dead girl and a grown woman, whose faith he commends. Is faith necessary for healing?  © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday. 

This week we explore Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26, in which Jesus heals a dead girl and a grown woman. © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday. 

This week we explore Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26, in which Jesus gets into trouble with the religious leaders... again! © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday. 

This week we explore Matthew 9:9-13, 18-26, in which Jesus invites new disciples and offers healing.  © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday. 

This week we explore Matthew 28:16-20, in which Jesus gives his disciples their final instructions - and a promise which extends to us.  © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday.

This week we will explore Matthew 28:16-20, in which Jesus gives his disciples the Great Commission - which means "mission with," not on our own. © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday.

This week we will explore Matthew 28:16-20, in which Jesus gives his disciples their final instructions - to go forth and make disciples in his name. Can disciples me "made?" © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday.

This week we will explore Matthew 28:16-20, in which Jesus gives his disciples their final instructions. Despite his presence for 40 days after his resurrection, some still doubted. How about us? © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday.

This week we will explore Matthew 28:16-20, in which Jesus gives his disciples their final instructions, and talks about God as a Father, a Son and a Holy Spirit: a Trinity.© Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday.

This week we will explore Acts 2:1-21, the story of the Holy Spirit’s coming into the lives of Jesus’ followers.  Sometimes that takes more than one step.  © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday.

This week we will explore Acts 2:1-21, the story of the Holy Spirit’s coming into the lives of Jesus’ followers - and through them upon all of humanity.  © Kate Heichler, 2026. To receive Water Daily by email each morning, subscribe here. Here are the bible readings for next Sunday.