Read:
Psalm 65:9-10

Explain:
Water is essential for all forms of life: people, animals, and plants. We need water to drink, to wash, to grow crops, and to produce electrical power. As the human population grows from 6 billion to 9 billion, more and more water will be needed--which means we need to be more careful in using the earth's limited freshwater resources. World Water Day focuses attention on the need to provide safe and sufficient drinking water for all people; to conserve and recycle water; to prevent water pollution; to ensure that wetlands and wildlife have the water they need; and to effectively manage our limited water supplies.

Pray:

• Give thanks for the blessing of safe, readily available drinking water.
• Pray for those who do not have safe or sufficient water for drinking, washing, or growing food.
• Pray that a spirit of conservation will prevail among those who do have adequate water.
• Pray that government and industry leaders will be blessed with wisdom in managing water supplies and preventing pollution.