This Sunday we come to the third and final section of Jesus’s encounter with the Samaritan woman.

Already we have seen what Jesus has to say about a new (marriage) covenant and a new (mountaintop) place of worship. And now, we will see what it means that Jesus is the Messiah (v. 25–26) and how the Spirit given to him creates life in all those to whom he gives the Spirit.

To prepare for Sunday, take time to read John 4. And if you want to see some of the background, take time to look at Ezekiel 16–17. In John’s Gospel, Ezekiel often shows up, and John 4 is no different. In bringing a harvest of salvation to Samaria, Jesus is fulfilling the end-times prophecies of Ezekiel. And this Sunday, we will see how God’s long-awaited promise of salvation has come to the world.

As the Lord allows, I look forward to seeing you Sunday and marveling at the God who is our Savior.

For His Glory and your joy in Christ,

Pastor David
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Discussion & Response Questions
John 4:27 - 42
What have you learned about John 4, as you have studied this passage?
How does John 4:27–42 bring Jesus’s encounter with the woman at the well to a close? Consider the way Jesus promised living water (v. 14) and the woman leaving her water jar behind (v. 28).
Is John 4 an example of evangelism for us to imitate? Or is it a message of promises fulfilled? How does that difference impact our reading / applying John 4?
How does the context of Samaria (vv. 24-42) shape this instruction on the harvest? What is the harvest?
How does Jesus’ conversation with the disciples about food parallel his conversation with the Samaritan woman about water?
What is Jesus seeking to impart to his disciples as he instructs them in verses 31-38? Who is sowing and reaping? What is the disciples’ role?
How does the Samaritans’ reception of Jesus in John 4 differ from Nicodemus in John 3?
Why do the Samaritans believe? Consider what we have read in John 3–4.
What is the significance of location for the statement "Jesus is the Savior of the World” (John 4:42)? How does this inform John 3:16?
What applications might we appropriately draw from this text? How should we respond to this text?