◄ John 4:47 ►
When he heard that Jesus had come from Judea to Galilee, he went and begged Him to come down and heal his son, who was about to die. Bible Study Questions and Answers 1. What is the meaning of John 4:47? 2. How does John 4:47 demonstrate faith in Jesus' healing power today? 3. What can we learn from the official's approach to Jesus in John 4:47? 4. How does John 4:47 connect with other healing miracles in the Gospels? 5. How can we apply the official's persistence in our prayer life? 6. What does John 4:47 teach about seeking Jesus in times of crisis? 7. How does John 4:47 demonstrate Jesus' authority over illness and life? 8. What does John 4:47 reveal about faith in Jesus' healing power? 9. Why did the royal official seek Jesus in John 4:47 instead of other healers? 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. Did Jesus travel to India? 13. Where did Jesus first meet Simon Peter and Andrew? By the sea of Galilee (Matthew 4:18-22) On the banks of river Jordan (John 1:42). After that, Jesus decided to go to Galilee (John 1:43) 14. What did Jesus mean by 'fields are white for harvest'? Discussion Questions 1. How does the royal official's approach to Jesus demonstrate his faith, and what can we learn from his example about approaching Jesus with our needs? 2. In what ways does this passage challenge us to trust in Jesus' authority and power in our own lives? 3. How can we apply the principle of persistence in prayer, as seen in the official's actions, to our daily prayer life? 4. What does this account teach us about interceding for others, and how can we incorporate this practice into our spiritual disciplines? 5. How does the royal official's desperation and dependence on Jesus mirror our own need for Jesus in times of crisis, and how can we cultivate a habit of turning to Him first? John 4 Bible Study Questions 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? Links John 4:47 NIV John 4:47 NLT John 4:47 ESV John 4:47 NASB John 4:47 KJV John 4:47 Commentaries Bible Hub