Throughout Scripture, God uses bodies of water as backdrops for His mighty works. From seas that parted to pools of healing, these waters point us to His power and salvation.
The Red Sea
When Moses stretched out his hand, God parted the Red Sea so Israel could escape Egypt (Exodus 14:21–22). It became a symbol of deliverance.
The Dead Sea (Salt Sea)
This sea is known for its barrenness. Genesis 14:3 calls it the Salt Sea, near the land of Sodom and Gomorrah. Its lifeless waters remind us of judgment.
The Mediterranean Sea (Great Sea)
Called “the Great Sea” in Numbers 34:6–7, it marked Israel’s western boundary. Its vastness showed the greatness of God’s creation.
The Sea of Galilee
Jesus calmed storms here (Mark 4:39) and walked on its waters (Matthew 14:25). By its shores, He called disciples and multiplied loaves (John 6:1–14).
The Sea of Chinnereth (Chinneroth)
This is an earlier name for the Sea of Galilee (Joshua 12:3). Its name, meaning “harp,” describes its shape.
The Jordan River
Joshua led Israel across the Jordan on dry ground (Joshua 3:17). Later, Jesus was baptized there (Matthew 3:13–17), marking it as a place of transition and new beginnings.
The Nile River
The Nile sustained Egypt (Genesis 41:1–3). Yet God turned it to blood in judgment (Exodus 7:20), showing His supremacy over false gods.
The Pool of Bethesda
Here, Jesus healed a man who had been infirm for 38 years (John 5:2–9), revealing His mercy and power to restore.
The Pool of Siloam
Jesus sent a blind man to wash here, and he came back seeing (John 9:7). Faith and obedience led to sight.
The Brook Kidron
David crossed Kidron when fleeing Absalom (2 Samuel 15:23). Later, Jesus crossed it on His way to Gethsemane (John 18:1), linking sorrow with coming victory.
