John 4:7
When a Samaritan woman came to draw water, Jesus said to her, "Give Me a drink."
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of John 4:7?

2. How does Jesus' request in John 4:7 demonstrate breaking cultural barriers?

3. What can we learn from Jesus' approach to evangelism in John 4:7?

4. How does John 4:7 connect with the Great Commission in Matthew 28:19-20?

5. In what ways can we apply Jesus' example in John 4:7 today?

6. How does Jesus' interaction in John 4:7 show the importance of personal engagement?

7. Why did Jesus ask a Samaritan woman for a drink in John 4:7?

8. What cultural barriers are highlighted in John 4:7?

9. How does John 4:7 challenge social norms of Jesus' time?

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

11. Why is the Samaritan woman unnamed, leaving no external historical record to corroborate the event in John 4?

12. Why do the Gospels present different accounts of how Jesus treated Gentiles?

13. What defines emotional intelligence?

14. What does it mean to walk in love?
Discussion Questions
1. How does Jesus' request for a drink from the Samaritan woman challenge the social norms of His time, and what can we learn from this about engaging with those different from us?

2. In what ways does the concept of "living water" in John 4:7 relate to the work of the Holy Spirit in the life of a believer, as seen in other parts of the New Testament?

3. How does the location of Jacob's Well serve as a symbolic meeting point for Jesus and the Samaritan woman, and what does this teach us about common ground in sharing the Gospel?

4. Reflect on a time when you experienced a personal transformation through an encounter with Jesus. How can you share this experience with others to encourage their faith journey?

5. Considering Jesus' approach to the Samaritan woman, how can we effectively witness to those who may feel marginalized or distant from the church today?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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