THE JOHN AND JESUS REUNION

Scripture. John 4:1-14

Jesus and his disciples are on the road again.  They stop at a well.  Apparently the disciples went ahead to get something to eat and would return later.  Jesus, God, yet fully man, was tired and thirsty.   A woman comes along and what happens next?

Observation.

What does Jesus say to the woman?  This woman was a Samaritan.  Jews didn’t talk to Samaritans, but Jesus did!  Men didn’t acknowledge women either.  Jesus did! 

And how does she respond?  What does Jesus offer her?  What does he mean by “living water, that if you drink you will never get thirsty again?”

What can we learn about Jesus’ priorities and humanity here?  What can we learn for how he treated people that others cast out?

1. Is there a sin for me to confess?
2.  is there a promise for me to claim?
3.  Is there an attitude for me to change?

C . Is there a command for me to obey?

E . Is there an example for me to follow?

Like Jesus, we can share with people of different religions.  Jesus begins the conversation by putting himself in a position of need.  He allows the woman to meet his need, THEN, he offers her help for her soul.  VERY COOL BEANS!

We are called to share our story, what Jesus has done for us.  Who are you praying that you get to do that with?  Start praying.  Start looking for the opportunity! 

Prayer. Take a few moments to really talk to God.  Use CHAT to help you guide your prayer time.  But most of all, be real with God.  Talk to Him.

Confess

True confession is agreeing with God about your sin.  It includes repentance, doing a 180 from your sin.  Repentance is not just being sorry for being caught, but sorry for breaking the heart of God.  Examine your heart. Admit your faults.  Be teachable.

Honor

Honor God by praising Him for who He is.  You can do this by reading verse of praise or singing a song to God.

Ask

Ask God for your needs.  Praying for your own needs, both daily and crisis needs.  Also, pray for the needs of others.  Be specific!

Thank

Express gratitude for God has done!  Write it down so you can remember how God has answered your prayers!

Pray.  Remember, just talk to God.  Look at the ingredients above.  Not every prayer has to include all the ingredients.  Just remember, be honest.  Don’t try to sound religious or churchy.  Just be real as you talk to God.