Accomplishing the Will of God
John 4:27-42
This passage concludes the encounter Jesus had with a woman of Samaria where he teaches about true worship. His disciples return and the townspeople come to see Jesus. It becomes a teaching opportunity about accomplishing the will of God.
Worshipping God in Truth and in Spirit
Review of John 4:1-26
Spiritual Nourishment
Mind awakening language
Sustenance for the soul
Divine Work
Joint labor
Wages of satisfaction and joy
Fruit of eternal life
Ultimate Goal
Attract people to the beauty and glory of Christ
Our story (testimony) [1 Peter 3:15]
In your hearts honor Christ the Lord as holy, always being prepared to make a defense to anyone who asks you for a reason for the hope that is in you; yet do it with gentleness and respect.
Draw others to worship in truth and in spirit