Water is a common element and we take it for granted when there is an abundance of it.
When water is scarce, then it is certainly precious and cannot be wasted.
Whichever the case might be, water is vital for life and can have profound spiritual meanings for us.
Water is used for drinking as well as for cleaning and washing.
Water is also used in Baptism and hence it has a spiritual meaning for us in our relationship with God.
In the 1st reading, the abundance of water flowing from under the Temple threshold brings about life and blessings.
In the gospel, the stirring of the waters in the Sheep Pool in Jerusalem brings about physical healing.
In the Church, there is Holy Water. It reminds us of a few spiritual purposes.
Holy Water reminds us of our Baptism in Christ, who by His Death and Resurrection has saved us.
It also reminds us of God's abundant blessings on us so that we can live our lives in Christ and live it to the full.
It is also a means of God's protection and healing when we use it with faith and with prayer.
Let us use Holy Water more frequently so that we can be drawn closer to God and be blessed by Him and in turn be a blessing for others.