The Word - Week 8

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1. Jesus intentionally went where others would not (John 4:1-9)
-Jesus traveled through Samaria and engaged with a Samaritan woman— many Jews would have avoided. What does this reveal about the heart of Jesus?

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-Are there people or groups that Christians can be tempted to overlook today?

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2. What are people really thirsty for? (John 4:10-15)
-Jesus offered the woman "living water." What are some things people look to in order to satisfy the deeper thirsts of their souls?

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-What are common substitutes for God in our culture?

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-Why do those things ultimately leave us empty?

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3. Jesus lovingly exposes what is beneath the surface (John 4:16-18)
-Why do you think Jesus addressed the woman's broken relationships before revealing Himself as the Messiah?

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-Why is it important to be honest with God about our sin?

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4. Worship is more than a place or a routine (John 4:19-24)
-Jesus said true worshipers worship the Father "in spirit and truth." What does that mean practically?

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-How is true worship different from merely attending church?

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-Why do both "spirit" and "truth" matter?

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-What can hinder authentic worship in our lives?

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5. Jesus reveals Himself as the Messiah (John 4:25-26)
The woman had many questions, but ultimately her greatest need was Jesus Himself. Why is knowing who Jesus is the most important question every person must answer?

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-How would you explain who Jesus is to someone who doesn't know Him?

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-Why is belief in Jesus more than simply agreeing with facts about Him?

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6. A transformed person becomes a witness (John 4:27-30, 39-42)
The Samaritan woman immediately went and told others about Jesus. What stands out to you about her response?

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-Why didn't she wait until she knew more theology before sharing?

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7. The harvest is ready (John 4:31-38)
Jesus told His disciples to lift up their eyes and see that the fields were ripe for harvest. What do you think He wanted them to understand?

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-How can we become more aware of spiritual opportunities around us?

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-Who has God placed in your life that may need to the gospel?

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8. The Samaritans moved from secondhand faith to personal faith (John 4:39-42)
-The Samaritans first believed because of the woman's testimony, but later they believed because they had heard Jesus for themselves. Why is it important for faith to become personal?

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-What's the difference between knowing about Jesus and knowing Jesus?