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October 2015

DYING FOR A DRINK OF

An Amazing Fact: On August 4, 2015, David and
Ornella Steiner went hiking with their nine-year-
old son across the White Sands National Monument
in New Mexico. As the temperature rose to triple
digits, they realized they’d wandered too far into the
scorching desert and were quickly running out of
water. Both parents eventually succumbed to severe
dehydration and exposure. However, officials believe
they knowingly sacrificed their lives to save their
son—who was found in fairly good condition. It
turns out his parents had given most of their water
reserves to the boy to keep him alive.
Dear friend,

This tragic yet touching story reminds us in a powerful way of Jesus’ willingness to
sacrifice His own life to save His children. The Savior cried out in thirst from the cross
that He might provide us with that Living Water (John 19:28). There is no greater love
than a parent’s for a child, and God promises a special blessing on those who share the
Living Water with children. “Whoever gives one of these little ones even a cup of cold water
… will by no means lose his reward” (Matthew 10:42).

Did you know that, according to the World Health Organization, one of the leading
causes of death among children under five is dehydration? We can only imagine the
anguish our Heavenly Father feels when He watches so many innocent children the
world over dying of spiritual dehydration. God’s heart is breaking over His thirsty
children! But you and I can help change that.

Undeniably, you have already played a vital role in refreshing many children who
were thirsting after righteousness. Take, for example, this inspiring letter I received at
Amazing Facts only a few days ago …

(over, please)