Sermons on John 4:13:

Living Water--A Relevant Element

Contributed by Jack Russell on Feb 7, 2004

How does one find a faith that is relevant for the 21st century?

Several months ago I caught John Larroquette, the actor, on the “Tonight Show.” Somehow the conversation turned to religion. I don’t remember much about the conversation, but I do remember Mr. Larroquette making a comment about television evangelists that has stuck with me. He said, “Seeing ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-26

Denomination: Presbyterian/Reformed

Jesus With A Fallen Woman Series

Contributed by Jason Cole on Feb 18, 2004

How should we respond when we encounter Jesus

“Encounters with Jesus: A Fallen Woman” Introduction: A lot of times we picture Jesus as an emotionless man that walked on the Earth 2,000 years ago. The more I read about our Lord the more I see quite differently about him. We learn throughout the gospels that he was a man like we are. We ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Building Bridges

Contributed by David Parks on Sep 18, 2002

Bridges bring us together. Walls seperate us.

Building Bridges TEXT: John 4:1-14 INTRODUCTION: 1. Bridges really fascinate me. 2. How many of you have ever crossed the Mackinac Bridge? 3. List of famous bridges and theirlengths. 4. Bridges bring people and things together. 5. Whoever designed them was a great benefactor to man. 6. First one ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-14

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Trouble Tree

Contributed by Chris Surber on Sep 19, 2002

Message about finishing the race and pressing on inspite of our falures and the times when we struggle in our life.

“Trouble Tree” Introduction: Philippians 4:11-13 Illustration: I heard a story of a man named John who hired a plumber to help him restore an old farmhouse, and after he had just finished a rough first day on the job: a flat tire made him lose an hour of work, his electric drill quit and his ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 4:11-13, John 4:7-14

Denomination: Christian Church

The Man At The Well Series

Contributed by Timothy Mills on Sep 27, 2002

Evalgelistic, expository, exegetical look at the familiar story of the woman at the well in Samaria.

You are familiar with the story of the woman at the well. Let’s take a fresh look at this "random" meeting from her side. 1) A Thirsty man: Jesus was tired and thirsty from His trip. · How much is Jesus like us? Did Jesus suffer the things we suffer? Was Jesus tempted, even as we are ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-30, John 4:29

Sharing Your Faith

Contributed by Jose Gomez Sr. on Sep 12, 2005

Jesus illustrates a simple approach of sharing our faith that has results.

Sharing your Faith *John 4:4-38 “Now he had to go through Samaria. 5 So he came to a town in Samaria called Sychar, near the plot of ground Jacob had given to his son Joseph. 6 Jacob’s well was there, and Jesus, tired as he was from the journey, sat down by the well. It was about the sixth hour. 7 ...read more

Scripture: John 4:4-38

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Big Gospel Heart Series

Contributed by Rev. Matthew Parker on Apr 17, 2005

We are accepted by God because of what Christ Jesus did for us on the cross. We are called, in turn, to extend that acceptance and welcome to all those from all over the world who fill our community.

A Big Gospel Heart One Sunday a children’s program leader noticed a little girl standing outside the room, looking in with great eagerness at the fun the other children were having. The leader went outside and invited the little girl inside. "They’ll all laugh at me." "Why do you think that ...read more

Scripture: John 4:4-24

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Developing "Harvest Eyes"

Contributed by Randy Chestnut on Apr 20, 2005

A message to challenge American Christians to change the way we see our country (USA), our church and ourselves.

We have all had the experience of reading our Bible and having a verse, a phrase or even a word leap off the page and grab our spirit. When that happens, the Lord is obviously trying to tell us something. Recently, I have had that experience while studying, John 4. In verse 4, we read “But He ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-38

Denomination: Baptist

How Do We Worship Series

Contributed by Billy Ricks on Apr 21, 2005

Second in a series on worship, now that worship is defined as humbling yourself before God spiritually and physically, is there a certain way we should worship? Answers to follow

INTRO: A divine rest stop for Jesus designed to be a divine appointment with a Samaritan woman. I. Worship with a right heart (in spirit) A) Relationship required 1) Samaritans didn’t know God a) ritual not based on relationship -- idol, dove, fire… b) In words they professed God, but ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-26

Denomination: Baptist

If Jesus Came Through The Roof Would You Be Ready?

Contributed by Ken Durham on Apr 22, 2005

The good news of Jesus Christ is for all, and are you ready?

IF JESUS CAME THROUGH THE ROOF WOULD YOU BE READY? JOHN 4: 7 ~ 26 1. Introduction Looking back at the messages I have shared with various congregations, I realise that I have often talked about the Samaritan lady. I believe this woman has a lot to say to us. When sharing this passage with one ...read more

Scripture: John 4:7-26

He Made Me An Offer I Couldn't Refuse

Contributed by Mcclinton Hall on Sep 30, 2004

In this walk of life, we often time have offers that are made to us, but Jesus makes us an offer that we cannot refuse.

He Made An Offer That I Couldn’t Refuse Jesus answered and said unto her, Whosoever drinketh of this shall thirst again. But whosoever drinketh of the water that I shall given him shall never thirst; but the water that I shall give him shall be in him a well of water springing up into ...read more

Scripture: John 4:13-14

Denomination: Baptist

Water Paintings

Contributed by Steve Moore on Oct 2, 2004

A sermon/study looking at the subject of water in the Bible. The talk is given as though the congregation are walking through a series of rooms in an art gallery. Each of three rooms shows various pictures taken from scripture portraying how God uses wa

INTRODUCTION We’re in a series looking at the Gospel of John – last week Jesus & Nicodemus – This week Jesus with the Samaritan woman. Last week I visited The Tate art gallery in St Ives – There was an Exhibition showing work by Barbara Hepworth (20’s to 60’s) Remember her? Art is often a way ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-26

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

4. he Is The Giver Of Living Water Series

Contributed by Don Jaques on Oct 7, 2004

All people can come to Jesus and have him give them the living water of the Holy Spirit to nourish their souls.

Who Is This Jesus? 4. He is the giver of living water John 4:1-26, John 7:37-39 October 2/3, 2004 Don Jaques MAIN IDEA: All people can come to Jesus and have him give them the living water of the Holy Spirit to nourish their souls. INTRO: I remember that growing up I was a very competitive ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-26

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Worthwhile Life

Contributed by Jeff Strite on Aug 8, 2002

Too many Christians live mediocre lives. But they don’t have to. We have within us the ability to make a difference in our everyday lives.

OPEN: "We rarely use the word ’cure,’" said the psychiatrist to his patient. "But after 5 years of therapy it is my pleasure to pronounce you completely cured." To his surprise an unhappy look came over the woman’s face. "What’s wrong?" he asked. "I thought you’d be thrilled." "Oh, it’s fine ...read more

Scripture: John 4:4-38, 2 Corinthians 9:8

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Life Of The Lost

Contributed by Dennis Deese on Aug 9, 2002

Do we really consider the life of the lost?

“THE LIFE OF THE LOST” By: Dr. Dennis Deese JOHN 4:1-30 There are two perspectives of life I believe Christians are prone to ignore or are simply too detached from. The troubling life of the lost and the blessings and spiritual resources that are available to us in our painful (common to the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-30