John 4:40
So when the Samaritans came to Him, they asked Him to stay with them, and He stayed two days.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of John 4:40?

2. How does John 4:40 demonstrate Jesus' willingness to engage with all people?

3. What can we learn from the Samaritans' invitation to Jesus in John 4:40?

4. How does John 4:40 connect with the Great Commission in Matthew 28:19-20?

5. How can we invite Jesus into our daily lives like the Samaritans did?

6. What steps can we take to welcome Jesus into our community today?

7. Why did the Samaritans invite Jesus to stay with them in John 4:40?

8. How does John 4:40 reflect Jesus' acceptance of all people?

9. What cultural barriers are broken in John 4:40?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from John 4?

11. What does 'God is spirit' mean?

12. What did Jesus mean by 'raise him up'?

13. What is the significance of Jesus meeting the Samaritan woman?

14. What does 'come and see' signify?
Discussion Questions
1. What cultural and historical barriers did Jesus overcome by staying with the Samaritans, and how can we apply this in our own lives today?

2. How does the testimony of the woman at the well illustrate the power of personal witness in leading others to Christ?

3. In what ways can we be more open to Jesus' teachings and presence in our daily lives, as the Samaritans were?

4. How can we practice being present and investing time in relationships to foster spiritual growth and understanding?

5. What steps can we take to promote unity in Christ within our communities, especially among those who are different from us?1. How does Jesus' interaction with the Samaritan woman reshape your understanding of cultural boundaries in sharing the gospel?

2. What does the concept of living water mean to you personally?

3. How does the Samaritans' belief based on personal encounters with Jesus inform your faith journey?

4. What can you learn from the faith of the royal official who believed Jesus' word about his son's healing?

5. How can you apply Jesus' assertion that true worshippers will worship the Father in Spirit and truth in your personal worship?

6. How does the Samaritan woman's transformation from a social outcast to an evangelist inspire you?

7. How does Jesus' reception in Galilee compare with Judea and Samaria, and what does this suggest about acceptance of His message?

8. How does the healing of the official's son affirm Jesus' power and authority over life and death?

9. How can the Samaritan woman's excitement to share her encounter with Jesus motivate you in evangelism?

10. What does Jesus' willingness to converse with the Samaritan woman tell you about His view on the worth of individuals?

11. How does the Samaritans' request for Jesus to stay with them demonstrate their acceptance and belief?

12. How does the concept of "harvest" in Jesus' conversation with the disciples relate to evangelism?

13. How do you relate to the Samaritan woman's initial misunderstanding of the "living water"?

14. In what ways does the faith of the Samaritans challenge your personal faith in Jesus?

15. How can you apply the idea of "sowing" and "reaping" in the kingdom of God in your life?

16. How can you seek and provide "spiritual food" in your everyday life as Jesus does?

17. In today's context, who might be the "Samaritans" (people typically avoided or marginalized), and how can you reach out to them?

18. How does Jesus' interaction with the Samaritan woman influence your understanding of gender and societal norms in spiritual conversations?

19. How does the faith of the royal official's household inspire your family faith practice?

20. How can you recognize and share about Jesus' work (signs) in your life to bring others to faith?

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