The River
The first time I saw the river in a vision, I found myself standing right in the middle of it (mayim hayim, meaning living waters)
The river was singing melodies as if I was in an orchestra with a piano leading the ensemble
It was the most beautiful experience I have ever had in my supernatural journey in Christ
The river was a living being, i didn't see eyes and nose and all those things that make us in our human consciousness attribute life to a thing but I felt its life, its essence, its aura and energy envelope me
I soaked in it and felt it radiate all over me
Nothing that comes into this river dies, it is not a river you can drown in
It is a river the dead come into and are restored to life
It is the river of life
The trees surrounding this river were all of the same species
They grew quite tall like palm trees but their branches were those of different trees
It is like having a tree and grafting into it several branches of other kinds of trees
So one branch is mango, the other branch is pear, the other branch is Guava, the other branch is avocado and so on
The leaves were living and they had their own melodies
When you hold any of the leaves, it sings for a few minutes and then dissolves into the air only to return to the stalk it fell from
The wind was warm and luscious, like the warm embrace of a mother to a child
You never want to leave this river
It is an abiding place, a place of great rest
When you hear or read the bible talking about living waters or a river that has life, the reference is to this river
I was there alone and yet I was contented and satisfied
The waters of the river are incorruptible
No matter what you throw into it, it gives it life
There was a fountain in the middle of this river, a living fountain of worship
I had this experience on June 14, 2016
The River https://t.co/jq6oHQgIB0
I related it in detail in the link above and I also shared the instructions that came with it and how the experience transformed my walk with the Holy Spirit
The second time I saw a river was on September 17, 2017
I saw myself with a digger a bucket and a very long rope
I saw myself in a vision selecting a location
I saw myself digging a well
I dug from sunup till sundown
I dug quite a hole as I dug and dug without taking a break for hours
I had no assistant, so I was digging and dragging out the mud all by myself
It was a very hard and tedious experience
A reflection of the life I had lived up till that day
A life of toil with nothing to show for us despite being in Christ
I shared that experience a year later after everything had turned around for me
Check it out on this link
The Drought https://t.co/BmZ9GWqdzh
So you can understand why I have spent a lot of time studying and doing research on supernatural rivers and their spiritual advantages to the believer
Do you know that in the recreation account, God didn't create water
He actually found water on the earth
In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth. 2 Now the earth was formless and empty, darkness was over the surface of the deep, and the Spirit of God was hovering over the waters.
This is significant to a spiritually-minded person
Water survived the formlessness and chaotic darkness that covered the earth before God decided to remake what was perfect but became formless and void
Water was the seed upon which every other thing was formed
This is very significant and I am tempted to teach more and go deeper on it but I won't because no amount of typing can adequately explain it
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In the believer's experience, the river is more of an experience than a logical issue
A preacher can tell you all sorts about the river with various examples in the Bible but it is like being told about Baptism and actually being baptised
You cannot describe the experience, it has to be felt
The river of life is a place where stories are changed and destines renewed and refocused for divine fulfilment
This is experiential while on this earth rivers are merely symbolic
No knowledge is a waste, so I have compiled some information from the scripture on rivers for your enlightenment
In the scripture, rivers can be associated with several symbolic means. Rivers are used in a way that represents cleansing and purification. This is because baptism, which is an act of purification and cleansing from sin, was done in the river.
Healing also happened in the river 2 Kings 5:14 or by a pool (pool of Bethesda) John 4
Rivers are also used metaphorically in the Bible to symbolize life and blessings Psalm 46:4, Ezekiel 47
What is the river of life?
Based on Revelation 22:1
Then the angel showed me the river of the water of life, bright as crystal, flowing from the throne of God and of the Lamb.”
The river of life, as noted by Apostle John, does not refer to a physical river, but it symbolizes eternal life.
The illustration given by Apostle Paul that the river flows from the throne is symbolically associated with eternal life that flows from God.
What does the Bible say about rivers?
The Bible mentions rivers in several instances, and they hold symbolic and practical significance. In the book of Genesis, a river flowed out of the Garden of Eden, providing water to nourish the land (Genesis 2:10-14).
In Exodus 7:14-25, Moses struck the Nile River with his staff, turning it into the blood as a sign of God’s power during the plagues of Egypt. Additionally, River Jordan holds great importance in biblical narratives.
The Israelites crossed it to enter the Promised Land (Joshua 3:14-17). Jesus was also baptized in the River Jordan by John the Baptist (Matthew 3:13-17).
Rivers are also used metaphorically in the Bible. They are used to represent sources of life and blessing, as depicted in Psalm 46:4, which describes a river that makes glad the city of God: “There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God, the holy habitation of the Most High.”
In Ezekiel 47:1-12, there is a vision of a river flowing from the temple, bringing life and healing wherever it goes.
Bible verses about rivers
Psalm 46:4
“There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God, the holy habitation of the Most High.”
This verse describes a metaphorical river that brings joy and blessings to the city of God. The river is associated with the presence and provision of God, bringing refreshment, spiritual nourishment, and delight to the people who dwell in His holy city.
Ezekiel 47:1
“Then he brought me back to the door of the temple, and behold, water was issuing from below the threshold of the temple toward the east (for the temple faced east). The water was flowing down from below the south end of the threshold of the temple, south of the altar.”
In this vision, the prophet Ezekiel sees a river flowing out from the temple of God. This river implies the abundant blessings and life-giving power of God’s presence.
The direction and source of the river emphasize the divine origin and the life that flows from God’s dwelling place.
Isaiah 43:2
“When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through fire you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you.”
In this verse, God reassures His people that He will be with them in times of trouble and adversity. The mention of passing through waters and rivers implies difficult and challenging circumstances in life.
God promises to protect and preserve His people, ensuring that they will not be overwhelmed or destroyed by the trials they face.
Revelation 22:1-2
“Then the angel showed me the river of the water of life, bright as crystal, flowing from the throne of God and of the Lamb through the middle of the street of the city; also, on either side of the river, the tree of life with its twelve kinds of fruit, yielding its fruit each month. The leaves of the tree were for the healing of the nations.”
This passage describes a vision of the future heavenly city. As stated earlier, theologians speculate the river of the water of life represents the eternal blessings and abundant life that flows from God’s throne.
The river sustains the Tree of Life, which symbolizes continual spiritual nourishment and healing for all nations. It paints a picture of complete restoration and eternal satisfaction in the presence of God.
Joshua 3:13
“And when the soles of the feet of the priests bearing the ark of the Lord, the Lord of all the earth, shall rest in the waters of the Jordan, the waters of the Jordan shall be cut off from flowing, and the waters coming down from above shall stand in one heap.””
In this account, the Israelites were about to cross the Jordan River to enter the Promised Land. As the priests carried the ark of the Lord, the waters of the Jordan were supernaturally stopped, allowing the people to pass through on the dry ground.
Theologians speculate that this demonstrates God’s power and faithfulness in fulfilling His promises and leading His people into their inheritance.
John 7:38
“Whoever believes in me, as the Scripture has said, Out of his heart will flow rivers of living water.’ ””
In this statement by Jesus, He speaks of the Holy Spirit’s work in the lives of believers. The metaphorical rivers of living water is associated with abundant life, power, and spiritual blessings that flow from within those who have faith in Jesus.
The Holy Spirit, dwelling in believers, brings forth spiritual refreshment, transformation, and the ability to impact others with love and
Life and Blessings: Rivers often symbolize the abundance of life and blessings that flow from God. Just as rivers bring sustenance and vitality to the land they pass through, they represent the provision and goodness of God.
They are often seen as a source of nourishment, both physically and spiritually, sustaining and enriching those who partake of their waters.
Psalm 46:4 says, “There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God, the holy habitation of the Most High.”
Spiritual Refreshment: Rivers can represent spiritual refreshment and renewal. Just as a weary traveller may find relief and rejuvenation by drinking from a flowing river, the symbolism suggests that God provides spiritual sustenance and joy to those who seek Him.
The river metaphorically represents the presence of God, the fountain of life from which believers can draw to find spiritual refreshment and satisfaction (Psalm 36:8-9).
Cleansing and Purification: In the Bible, rivers are associated with the process of cleansing and purification from sin. In the New Testament, the Jordan River holds significant symbolism as the place where John the Baptist baptized people as an outward sign of repentance and forgiveness of sins.
The act of immersing oneself in the river’s waters represented a desire for spiritual purification and the washing away of wrongdoing, leading to a restored relationship with God.
Guidance and Direction: Rivers can also symbolize guidance and direction. In the Bible, rivers are often used metaphorically to illustrate the path or course of one’s life or journey.
Just as a river follows a specific route, winding its way toward its destination, rivers can represent the guidance and leading of God in a person’s life.
They are linked to a divine path that believers are encouraged to follow, seeking God’s guidance and trusting in His direction to navigate through life’s challenges and uncertainties.
Isaiah 48:17-18 says, “Thus says the Lord, your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel: “I am the Lord your God, who teaches you to profit, who leads you in the way you should go. Oh that you had paid attention to my commandments! Then your peace would have been like a river, and your righteousness like the waves of the sea.”
Spiritual meaning of rivers in the Bible
Rivers are often seen as a symbol of growth, fertility, and life. Some of the most common spiritual meanings of rivers, as illustrated in the Bible, include;
The journey of life: the continuous life flow and changes are often associated with a river’s flowing water. Just as mentioned in Revelation 22:1, the water flowing through us (life) should be from the throne (God).
This means that we should dedicate our lives to God.
Purification: Another major spiritual meaning associated with rivers, as seen in the scripture, is purification. In the Bible, rivers were used for baptism, which is simply an act of washing away poor sins.
They were also used for healing and ritual cleansing, which symbolizes spiritual purification.
Nourishment and growth: Rivers are spiritually associated with growth and nourishment as they provide water is key for life sustenance and growth.
Spiritual borders: In the scripture, when a river was mentioned, what followed mostly was an illustration of which part it borders (Joshua 13:3 ). This could be associated with a spiritual transition from one state to another state of spiritual development.
All the rivers mentioned in the Bible and what they represent
Nile
The Nile is prominently featured in the biblical account of the Exodus. It is linked to the oppression and the deliverance of the Israelites.
River Nile was the source of the plagues that afflicted Egypt but also became a symbol of freedom when it parted for the Israelites’ escape (Exodus 7:20).
Jordan
River Jordan holds great significance in biblical history. It is associated with transition and crossing over from one stage to another.
The Israelites crossed the Jordan under the leadership of Joshua to enter the Promised Land, symbolizing the transition from wandering in the wilderness to inheriting their God-given destiny (Joshua 3).
Euphrates
Euphrates is one of the rivers mentioned in the Garden of Eden narrative (Genesis 2:14). In various prophecies, it is used to symbolize boundaries, protection, and judgment.
It represents the border of the land promised to the Israelites and served as a reminder of God’s sovereignty and justice (Joshua 1:4).
River Tigris (Hiddekel)
Tigris, along with the Euphrates, is mentioned in the description of the Garden of Eden (Genesis 2:14). This river is associated with the human experience and the challenges faced in the earthly realm.
It is associated with the struggles, temptations, and tests that humans encounter in their journey through life. Daniel 10:4 reads, “On the twenty-fourth day of the first month, as I was standing on the bank of the great river (that is, the Tigris).”
Gihon
River Gihon is mentioned in Genesis 2:13 as one of the four rivers that flowed out of the Garden of Eden. Its exact location is uncertain, but it is believed to have been associated with the region of Cush.
River Gihon is associated with blessings and the abundance of God’s provision, emphasizing His goodness and care for His creation.
Pishon
Pishon is also mentioned in the Garden of Eden account (Genesis 2:10-12). This river flowed around Havila, where gold was found. Therefore, it is associated with abundance and prosperity.
It signifies the material blessings and richness that come from God’s provision and favor.
Chebar
River Chebar is mentioned in the Book of Ezekiel. Scholars associate this river with a place of exile and spiritual desolation.
The prophet Ezekiel had visions and encounters with God while he was in exile by the Chebar River in Babylon. The river serves as a reminder of the Israelites’ captivity and the need for spiritual restoration and renewal.
Kidron
Although it is not mentioned explicitly as a river in the Bible, it holds symbolic significance. Kidron is linked to a place of mourning, repentance, and judgment.
It is associated with various significant events, including King David’s flight from Absalom (2 Samuel 15:23) and Jesus’ agony in the Garden of Gethsemane.
Arnon
River Arnon is in the Old Testament (Joshua 12:2), particularly in the context of the Israelites’ journey to the Promised Land.
It could symbolize the boundaries of the promised inheritance and the challenges encountered during the conquest of the land. The crossing of the River Arnon marked a significant milestone in the Israelites’ possession of the land God had promised them.
Abana
River Abana is mentioned in the Bible in the context of the healing of Naaman, a commander from Syria (2 Kings 5:12). It is associated with the power of God’s healing and restoration.
Pharpar
This river is also mentioned in the account of Naaman’s healing in 2 Kings 5:12. It is associated with the choices and expectations of humanity in seeking deliverance.
Naaman initially expected that the prophet Elisha would perform a grand gesture to heal him and was disappointed when he was asked to wash in the Jordan River instead.
Shihor River
River Shihor appears in the Book of Joshua 13:3 as the eastern border of the territory of the Israelite tribe of Judah. This river is often used to represent the boundary between the promised inheritance and the surrounding pagan nations.
Symbolically, the Shihor River signifies the separation between God’s people and the influences of the world, highlighting the need for spiritual discernment and commitment to God’s ways.
Ulai
Daniel mentioned River Ulai in Daniel 8:2, “And I saw in the vision; and when I saw, I was in Susa the citadel, which is in the province of Elam. And I saw in the vision, and I was at the Ulai canal.”
He had received visions and revelations. This river is associated with divine communication and understanding.
River Ulai serves as a symbol of the spiritual realm and the profound insights granted by God to His chosen servants.
Habor
River Habor appears in the Bible as the place where the exiled Israelites were resettled by the Assyrians.
2 Kings 17:6 says, “In the ninth year of Hoshea, the king of Assyria captured Samaria, and he carried the Israelites away to Assyria and placed them in Halah, and on the Habor, the river of Gozan, and in the cities of the Medes.”
This river is thus associated with a state of captivity and displacement, symbolizing the consequences of disobedience and the loss of God’s favour.
It serves as a reminder of the Israelites’ exile and the need for repentance and restoration.
Jabbok
River Jabbok is found in the Old Testament as a tributary of the Jordan River. It holds symbolic significance as a place of wrestling with God and surrendering to His will.
Deuteronomy 2:37 says, “Only to the land of the sons of Ammon you did not draw near, that is, to all the banks of the river Jabbok and the cities of the hill country, whatever the Lord our God had forbidden us.”
PS: On Sunday the 17th of March 2024
The Eflowedxperiential atmosphere of the River will be unleashed at RCCG Jesus Embassy at VGC
If you have been to any of our Special services before, you will know that this is a call of the deep unto the deep
It was this river that changed my life
It was the river that I was given as an inheritance
It was this river that is flowing to all the nooks and crannies of the world carrying with it the power and glory of Jesus
This is the river i am inviting you to attend next Sunday
It will be an experience that will lunch you into realms and dimensions never explored before in the Holy Ghost
Do not worry about anything. Instead, pray to God about everything. Ask him to help you with the things that you need. And thank him for his help.
Philippians 4:6 EASY
PAY ATTENTION TO THIS
Isaiah 1:19-21
Living Bible
19 If you will only let me help you, if you will only obey, then I will make you rich!
20 But if you keep on turning your backs and refusing to listen to me, you will be killed by your enemies; I, the Lord, have spoken.
With joy you will draw water from the wells of salvation. In that day you will say: “Give praise to the Lord, proclaim his name; make known among the nations what he has done, and proclaim that his name is exalted.
Isaiah 12:3-4 NIV
Yet a time is coming and has now come when the true worshipers will worship the Father in the Spirit and in truth, for they are the kind of worshipers the Father seeks. God is spirit, and his worshipers must worship in the Spirit and in truth.”
John 4:23-24 NIV
Jesus has been found worthy of greater honor than Moses, just as the builder of a house has greater honor than the house itself. For every house is built by someone, but God is the builder of everything.
Hebrews 3:3-4 NIV
If the ministry that brought condemnation was glorious, how much more glorious is the ministry that brings righteousness! For what was glorious has no glory now in comparison with the surpassing glory.
2 Corinthians 3:9-10 NIV
Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.
Romans 12:2 NIV
At that time many will turn away from d faith and will betray & hate each other, & many false prophets will appear and deceive many people.
Because of the increase of wickedness,the love of most will grow cold,but the one who stands firm to the end will be saved.Matt 24:10-13
May God himself, the God of peace, sanctify you through and through. May your whole spirit, soul and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
1 Thessalonians 5:23 NIV
No matter what the country turns out like, I'll never be a victim of the system
No matter what is mismanaged and who mismanages it, i will never be affected
Your greed can never make me poor
I can never be disadvantaged
My resources are from above
I have triumphed over the system