Notify me of followup comments via e-mail. Then, a couple of hundred years later, about 700 B.C., the northern kingdom was conquered by the Assyrian army. So that was strike two against her. Do we believe or reject Him when He says that no one comes to the Father except through him? The disciples had gone into the town and only brought back bread. The world needs deliverance from sin. He gives us what we so desperately need: acceptance, forgiveness, living water, eternal life. We all need forgiveness and Jesus is the only One who can give it. First of all, she was a woman. I tell you, open your eyes and look at the fields! When he has come, he will declare to us all things. Jesus said to her, I am WebJohn 4 A Samaritan Woman and a Nobleman Meet Jesus. He sought to be alone in Samaria. (Ps. This man Jesus gave the Samaritan woman the gift of God: acceptance, forgiveness for her sins, living water, and eternal life. (N) 20Our ancestors worshiped on this mountain,(O) but you Jews claim that the place where we must worship is in Jerusalem.(P), 21Woman, Jesus replied, believe me, a time is coming(Q) when you will worship the Father neither on this mountain nor in Jerusalem. He is infinitely wise, and everything he does relates to everything else that he does, sooner or later. But John said that Jesus had to pass through Samaria. Is this because he had an appointment to keep? The water that I will give him will become in him a spring of water welling up to eternal life. Eternal life. Lets listen in on the conversation. He is omniscient. Related Topics: Christology, Evangelism, Soteriology (Salvation), Women, Mrs. Vickie Kraft, a graduate of Dallas Theological Seminary, served as Minister to Women at Northwest Bible Church in Dallas for over 13 years. Yes, Jesus has living water for you today. This man really is the Savior of the world. Stoop down and drink and live. Friendships and love grow as we reveal ourselves, accept and trust each other and challenge each other. And she had had five marriages before that, all of which apparently had failed. This is graciously relational. 42They said to the woman, We no longer believe just because of what you said; now we have heard for ourselves, and we know that this man really is the Savior of the world.(AM). But Jesus was all about calling sinners to repentance, that they would realize their sin, sense their need, and find their forgiveness in him. This sermon is from the Come and See series through the Gospel of John at Easter Lutheran Church in 2018. Jer. A. . Nobody can touch him without his permission. Notify me of followup comments via e-mail. WebUse the Samaritan Woman at the Well - John 4:1-42 Coloring Page as a fun activity for your next children's sermon. The story in John 4 about Jesuss meeting with the Samaritan woman at the well reveals woeful truth about ourselves and wonderful truth about Jesus. (NIV). And in so doing, we see how God will accept us and give us, likewise, the same living water. John's Gospel: A Discipleship Journey with Jesus Jesus meets a Samaritan woman at the well of Sychar. The Jews looked down on the half-breed, semi-pagan Samaritans and would not associate with them. So he leaves. She was shacking up with a guy. 9. The Book of John Dr. Martyn Lloyd-Jones They were religiously heretical. It is gracious that he cares that John is not publicly discredited more than necessary. John 4:9 Therefore the Samaritan woman said to Him, How is it that You, being a Jew, ask me for a drink since I am a Samaritan woman? (For Jews have no dealings with Samaritans.) But she doesnt see it. And my sons and daughters are superior they never die.. He revealed something about God that is nowhere else stated so clearly in the NT. WebJesus meets a Samaritan woman 4 1-7 Now when the Lord found that the Pharisees had heard that Jesus is making and baptising more disciples than Johnalthough, in fact, it was not Jesus who did the baptising but his discipleshe left Judea and went off again to Galilee, which meant passing through Samaria. After the exile [of the Southern kingdom in Babylon], Jews, returning to their homeland . She is just like Nicodemus. NIV Reverse Interlinear Bible: English to Hebrew and English to Greek. That is why we sin. Theres plenty of living water to go around. The Cross And Christs Suffering For Sins (1 Peter 3:18-22), 6. WebFred B. Craddock is professor of preaching and New Testament at Candler School of Theology in Atlanta. A.) This was a deliberate choice other Jews never made. WebJohn 4 New International Version Jesus Talks With a Samaritan Woman 4 Now Jesus learned that the Pharisees had heard that he was gaining and baptizing more disciples than John 2 although in fact it was not Jesus who baptized, but his disciples. She ministered to so many over the years, encouraged so many to keep moving forward. She was entirely literal. 4 But He needed to go through Samaria. B. That is why this is important. By the way, going to Bible class will help with that. Most women would come out to the well earlier in the morning, before the heat of the day set in. Required fields are marked *. And what difference does that make? The story, preached in this sermon on the woman at the well, is a beautiful glimpse into Jesuss love for all humanity and desire for all people to experience His fullness. We are learning that Jesus Christ was God living here in a human body, fully God and fully man. Nothing material or earthly can satisfy the thirst of our spirits. B. My superiority is your salvation. What did he teach them in those 2 days? The Samaritan woman didnt meet Jesus on a Shabbat or in a building dedicated to carrying out religious activities. So these were the Samaritans, a mixed-up people, both ethnically and religiously. The history goes way back. Encounters arent Seasonal or Geological. 3So he left Judea(B) and went back once more to Galilee. Or a checkered present? The sins we commit are just the evidence that we have a sinful nature. That maybe youre being looked down upon by otherswhether fairly or unfairly. Do you think he is greater? Not that he approved of their sin. A stream of people was already coming down. They arrived at the little village of Sychar about noontime. This is Johns version of the prodigal son (Luke 15) only here it is a prodigal daughter. It wasnt like he said: Divorce? In fact, he even began to correct them: You Samaritans worship what you do not know; we Jews worship what we know, for salvation is from the Jews. But that didnt stop Jesus from accepting the woman herself. The disciples go into town to look for some food, while Jesus remains at the well and gets some rest. And maybe you feel some guilt before God. An encounter with Jesus can also change our life. Encounter at Jacobs Well John 4 In He will show you how to approach a person and what to say. When he comes, he will explain everything to us., 26Then Jesus declared, I, the one speaking to youI am he.(Y), 27Just then his disciples returned(Z) and were surprised to find him talking with a woman. 4 But He needed to go through Samaria. A. If Jesus is the only way, what about the heathen who never heard? And its a well-known story in another sense also, because its a story thats known for taking place at a well. She came there to draw water. This same Jesus would go to Calvarys holy mountain, where he would make the atoning sacrifice for her sinsand not for her sins only, but also for your sins and mine, for the sins of the whole world. I think we often give priority to activities, schedules and programs. Red Letter Art Christmas Ornaments & Christmas Cards, Twenty-Fifth Sunday After Pentecost Church Worksheets, The Top Ten Reasons to use the Historic Lectionary, Concordia, Wisconsin woes administration cancelling its own professor for whistleblowing, Commemoration of Saint Paul McCain, Theologian and Publisher. The disciples were as literal in their understanding as the woman was. Why would a good God let such evil happen? Others have gone to help those who lost everything in Katrina and other disasters. It is wise to reveal ourselves gradually depending on the persons response, just as Jesus did. WebJesus Talks With a Samaritan Woman. . But I am not arrogantly superior. Their conclusion is revealing. Then when they see that we really are different, they will want what we have and we can share Christ with them. And the woman knows it. And so you and I can say, with those Samaritans who came to faith in Christwe can say joyfully about Jesus: We know that this is indeed the Savior of the world., Your email address will not be published. Wellno pun intendedwell, this woman has three strikes against her that should have kept a man like Jesus from talking to her. Not only that but a Rabbi never spoke to a woman in public, not even his own wife and he certainly never would have spoken to a Samaritan woman. So she says in verse 12, Are you greater than our father Jacob? WebJohn 4:7 Easy-to-Read Version 7 A Samaritan woman came to the well to get some water, and Jesus said to her, Please give me a drink. Read full chapter John 4:7 in all English translations John 3 John 5 Easy-to-Read Version (ERV) Copyright 2006 by Bible League International Bible Gateway Recommends He went from being a man by the well to a Jew to a prophet to the Messiah. Jesus spoke of the complete satisfaction that comes from doing what God wants us to do. Those are really the only two options anyone has and as we befriend people and witness for Christ, we must make this clear. She believed him and he quenched her thirst for a secure relationship with a Person, a heavenly Father who would love her unconditionally forever. Our Father loves us and proved it by sending his Son to be the Savior of the world. . God is never doing just one thing in what he does with us. This is hard to do, but if we are going to tell them that God loves them, it might be a good idea to let God demonstrate that love through us from the start. The opening verses of this chapter havethe impression that the entire incident was circumstantial. But in most cultures, for most of human history, these things were looked down upon as shameful. He revealed himself to her because she needed what He had to offer, and He accepted her as she was. This should have been strike three. The Father is seeking (pursuing!) He knows that she has led a scandalous life. They marveled that he was talking with a woman. So that was strike one against Jesus having a conversation with her: She was a woman. He gave us the well and drank from it himself, as did his sons and his livestock. Is Jesus greater than Jacob? The gift he gave was so great that it changed her life. We must be authentic and vulnerable. And Im able to do it well enough so that there are people who do accept mewell, sorta, or at least they put up with me. Friendships are pretty sterile if all you do is talk about surface stuff. Its living water (verse 10: He would have given you living water). Even though you belong to a church that teaches the gospel in its truth and purity, perhaps some of your personal religious beliefs and practices need some correction and strengthening. They were hot and weary, which likewise tells us that this was in the middle of the day. Jesus will not give up. WebTikTok video from Glasford UMC (@glasfordumc): "Part 4 of todays sermon on the Samaritan woman at the well from John 4. John 4 reveals that almighty God possesses an unceasing desire for true worshipers. Nevertheless, take heart. And the only vessel available was hers. Jesus accepted the Samaritan woman. 4Now Jesus learned that the Pharisees had heard that he was gaining and baptizing more disciples than John(A) 2although in fact it was not Jesus who baptized, but his disciples. Jesus knew all about her before he met her. Willful violation of Gods institution of marriage is definitely a sin, and always will be, no matter what our culture may say at the moment. People look in many placessex, alcohol, drugs, a new boat, a bigger housealways trying to satisfy their thirst, but nothing ever seems to fill the bill. And this week and next week (Lord willing), we will see how relentlessly gracious this relationship is. Verse 11: The woman said to him, Sir, you have nothing to draw water with, and the well is deep. Also, any comments with profanity, name-calling, and/or a nasty tone will be deleted. 4. Adultery? Verse 15: The woman said to him, Sir, give me this water, so that I will not be thirsty or have to come here to draw water. Id like that water because this bucket is heavy. His presence is not limited to seasons or a geographic location. A time is coming and now has come(NIV). WebThe Samaritan Woman at the Well (John 4:4-26). Confronting her issues with the opposite sex was the turning point of the encounter. Yet Jesus accepted her. Do we believe or reject him when He says He unconditionally loves us and will meet our every need? He makes us confront our sins not to condemn but to deliver us. First, he went through Samaria. Yes, the Samaritan woman at the well was an immoral woman, sexually immoral, ostracized from her community, loaded down with shame and guilt. Here comes a woman with a water jar, come to draw some water from the well. Jesus was very honest with her. Secondly, she was a Samaritan. 41And because of his words many more became believers. And this same Jesus is here with us, right now, at this hour. Nicodemus was a possible seeker while the woman was a true worshiper . And he will guide you in the way of the truth. to refer to God. Do we let social, racial or religious barriers keep us from befriending people who need to know the Lord Jesus and who could enrich our lives and broaden our understanding of the love of God for all people. And therefore, they were avoided. A woman from Samaria came to draw water. You could wait till next week to taste and see to believe and receive him. The living water that Jesus gives is new life in the Spirit. And thats what this story is mainly about not us, but him! as their scriptures, they did not know the other prophecies about Messiah. Yes, the Samaritan woman at the well was an immoral woman, sexually immoral, ostracized from her community, loaded down with shame and guilt. And my well is superior. But Jesus was not ashamed to be identified with her. Jesus never expressed approval of the faulty teachings of the Samaritans. Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied. Jesus gives you what you need. You know, our Lord has an ample, never-ending supply of this living water to give. C. Encounters arent seasonal or geological. I have the water of life. It was about noon. He was acting purposefully. And her witness to her townspeople resulted in their conversion as well. Only an encounter with God can reignite the fire within us. It is eternal, everlasting life, life that overcomes even death itself. He wants to use us to bring others into his family. They were racially impure. 4 Now Jesus learned that the Pharisees had heard that he was gaining and baptizing more disciples than John 2 although in fact it was But no one asked, What do you want? or Why are you talking with her?. D. An encounter is not an experience you can keep to yourself. He initiated the contact. Later on Jesus made clear how that thirst for God would be satisfied. All friendships for believers must have a spiritual aspect, either for evangelism or for encouraging and building others up. Now does Jesus accept you? 4 Therefore, when the Lord knew that the Pharisees had heard that Jesus made and baptized more disciples than John 2 (though Jesus Himself did not baptize, but His disciples), 3 He left Judea and departed again to Galilee. (R) 22You Samaritans worship what you do not know;(S) we worship what we do know, for salvation is from the Jews. (J) Indeed, the water I give them will become in them a spring of water(K) welling up to eternal life.(L), 15The woman said to him, Sir, give me this water so that I wont get thirsty(M) and have to keep coming here to draw water., 16He told her, Go, call your husband and come back., Jesus said to her, You are right when you say you have no husband. There is no safe fence to sit on. In John 3:3435, John had just said, He whom God has sent utters the words of God, for he gives the Spirit without measure. But He also models something very important. In Walgreens and Kresses and Woolworths, there were two water fountains on the wall with signs over them: White and Colored. You can scarcely imagine anything more demeaning than to build your entire plumbing system around the unwillingness to drink from the same fountain. That means we are to be involved in evangelism. We can experience an encounter regardless of the season or place if we seek the experience earnestly. And they believed also. I know we can do this from fear of rejection. Only men could initiate divorce. But at the same time, again, just as he did not approve of her wrong theology, so also Jesus did not approve of her immorality. And its for you, you who are thirsty and know your need. John 4:31-34. Living in sin? This is total self revelation. WebTherefore, when the Lord knew that the Pharisees had heard that Jesus made and baptized more disciples than John 2 (though Jesus Himself did not baptize, but His disciples), 3 He left Judea and departed again to Galilee. The Importance of Preparation in the Ministry of Preaching. The gift he gave was so great that it 3. He fills the universe and is everywhere present. Jesus wanted to satisfy the thirst of her soul. The first step towards recognition of a need for salvation is for a person to acknowledge that she is a sinner. Where do you look? And not only did he accept her, he pointed her in the right direction, in the direction of the truth, the Truth who was sitting right there in front of her: Jesus himself, the one who is the way, the truth, and the life. Jesus is that salvation come from the Jews. Just before He ascended to heaven, Jesus told his disciples, Go and make disciples of all nations. And he accepts you, even if you do not have all your theology perfectly straightened out yet. The woman was interested. He speaks of living WebMaybe it opened your eyes to a new way of living, allowing you to let go of old, destructive habits. We cannot make true friendships when we always wear a mask to protect ourselves and hide our real self. One might think that Jesus thought that the Pharisees would see his rising popularity and attempt to crush it, so out of fear of the Pharisees, he ran.
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