Sermons on Yochanan 4:16:

Drawing From A Deeper Well

Contributed by Lyndon Marcotte on Jun 16, 2011

We must open ourselves to God’s love and grace, fully, and let His light illuminate the dark corners of our lives and bring healing and grace to our wounded places and reconciliation to our broken relationships.

“Drawing from a Deeper Well” – John 4:5-42 We began our Lenten journey with our Adam & Eve covered in fig leaves setting out from the Garden of Eden into the world of the unknown. Last week we saw Abraham answering the call to leave everything behind and set his heart toward the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:5-42

Denomination: Baptist

The Man Who Understood A Woman

Contributed by John Lowe on Aug 5, 2013

Why do women you know go back home after the visit to the ER or the domestic violence shelter? Why does she call the police, and then refuse to press charges? Why does she go from one alcoholic to another? You have met her. Maybe someone here is her!

16 November 2005 “The Man Who Understood A Woman ” John 4:7-4:26 The title of the lesson this morning is “The Man Who Understood A Woman.” I knew that I ...read more

Scripture: John 4:7-26

Denomination: Baptist

In Spirit And Truth Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 13, 2013

What is worship all about? Whom do we worship? How? It is not in Spirit and in Truth. The two are covered by one preposition. Truth and Spirit cannot be separated.

Introduction Last week we were introduced to the Samaritan woman. We remember Jesus being led by the Father to go through Samaria. We remember Jesus getting to the well in a state of heat exhaustion so serious that his disciples left him in hostile Samaritan territory alone to get lifesaving ...read more

Scripture: John 4:19-26, John 4:5-42

Denomination: Independent/Bible

She Finally Found A Good Man Series

Contributed by Mark A. Barber on Aug 15, 2013

Does Jesus need saving?

She Finally Found a Good Man John 4:1-18 Life had been tough for the woman. The sun rose on this day without the prospects that anything would be any different. Sunrise was the time which the other women in the village went to draw water and gossip. But not this woman. She was too ashamed to come. ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-18, John 4:5-42

Denomination: Independent/Bible

The Vision Of Wonderful Worship Series

Contributed by Tim Adams on Dec 1, 2009

This sermon seeks to lay a proper foundation for biblical worship that is wonderful to Jesus, not necessarily to us.

“The Vision of Wonderful Worship” John 4:9-26 A paramedic was asked on a local Dallas TV talk-show program: “What was your most unusual and challenging 911 call?” “Recently,” the paramedic began, “we got a call from that big white church on 11th and Walnut. A frantic usher was very concerned ...read more

Scripture: John 4:9-26

Denomination: Baptist

Tearing Down The Wall Series

Contributed by Ron Murphy on Mar 20, 2007

Jesus "had to go through Samaria." Why? To teach us that walls must come down, if we are to enter the harvest.

Introduction: I. If you are a subscriber to the Bucks County Courier Times, you may have seen this article in the Tuesday edition. A. The article deals with a survey that was conducted at Council Rock High School. 1. Now, correct me if I am wrong, but is not Council Rock High School like the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-26

Denomination: Methodist

The Fields Are White Series

Contributed by Ron Murphy on Mar 27, 2007

We must create a thirst in others before we offer them the life giving water. This message will give a three part method for creating thirst.

Introduction: I. The closing point of last Sunday’s sermon was, “Sometimes We Must Create A Thirst, Before We Offer Water.” A. Perhaps as you heard that, one of your questions might well have been, “But just how am I supposed to do that.” B. How do I make people thirsty for the water that only ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-36

Denomination: Methodist

A Divine Appointment

Contributed by Bob Joyce on Sep 5, 2007

A divine appointment with Jesus brings about a dynamic alteration.

I have often been intrigued with the incidences in the Bible when people have, what appear to be, chance encounters with God. God is always at work in our world and He invites us to participate in what He is doing. Think about Moses on the backside of the desert. One day, he encounters a burning ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-30

Denomination: Baptist

Principles On Sharing Your Faith

Contributed by Gordon Curley on Nov 10, 2010

Practicle insights on how to share your faith. (PowerPoint slides for these talks are available on request - email: gcurley@gcurley.info)

One to One Evangelism Reading: John chapter 4 verse 1-30. In our relationship with Jesus we need both to: • Know him (We do that better by). • Learn about him (Must always lead onto). • Live like him. • All 3 of those things are interwoven and out work themselves in this ...read more

Scripture: John 4:4-38

Denomination: Brethren

"He's Still Waiting At The Well"

Contributed by Bill Burress on Nov 1, 2010

Just like the Samaritan woman we are given second chances through Jesus. Jesus knew the woman was going to be at Jacob's well and He waited on her so He could teach her and give her the opportunity to live a Godly life.

“He’s Still Waiting At The Well” Joke: There was football team who never won a game so one day before practice the coach decided to have a talk with them. He told them, "Men our ...read more

Scripture: John 4:1-26

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

Well Said

Contributed by Daniel Habben on Mar 12, 2017

Jesus’ Conversation with the Samaritan Sinner at Sychar

Have you heard the latest on the CIA’s snooping capabilities? According to WikiLeaks, the U.S. spy agency is able to activate your smart TV’s internal microphone and record your conversations. You’re probably thinking: “I’d hate to be the agent tasked with listening to ...read more

Scripture: John 4:5-26

Denomination: Lutheran

Authentic Worship Series

Contributed by Perry Greene on Mar 15, 2017

Authentic worship shows authentic Christian living.

1. Worship services are a high priority for most churches a. Preferential styles of worship have become hot buttons for churches b. Worship is often an indicator of church identity 2. Worship is ascribing “worth” or value to something 3. Words we use: Praise; Adore; Magnify; Rejoice; Give ...read more

Scripture: John 4:16-26, John 66:1-4

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

"Living Water"

Contributed by Ken Sauer on Mar 18, 2017

We are all broken sinners, and Jesus loves us anyway.

"Living Water" John 4:4-42 When I was entering the 6th grade my family moved to an entirely different part of the country and I, of course, entered an entirely different school. It was a horrifying experience. It was humiliating. It was dehumanizing. Why do I say that? Because, on the ...read more

Scripture: John 4:4-42

Denomination: United Methodist

Sharing The Wonder

Contributed by Geoffrey Foot on Mar 19, 2017

For the Samaritan woman at the water well the experience of meeting Jesus changed her life forever, we can share in her wonder.

Sharing the Wonder John 4:5-30 Today’s gospel shows some astounding characteristics of Jesus. He was talking to a Samaritan woman, holding a conversation with her, and this was unheard of for a Rabbis to do – this was just NOT done. When Jesus said to her, ‘Give me a drink’ her reaction was ...read more

Scripture: John 4:5-30

Evangelism At The Well

Contributed by I. Grant Spong on Mar 19, 2017

Let’s see that the Gospel flows from ordinary people who have had an encounter with Jesus.

Intro What kind of people are able to spread the Gospel? Goal Let’s see that the Gospel flows from ordinary people who have had an encounter with Jesus. Plan Let’s examine John 4:5-42 and the woman at the well. John 4:5 Eventually he came to the Samaritan village of Sychar, near the field ...read more

Scripture: John 4:5-42

Denomination: Baptist