When Jesus met the Samaritan woman at the well, she did not expect Him to speak to her – much less ask for a cup of water. The Lord spoke frankly about her past and present living situation and showed her that water from the well would never be a source of satisfaction. Then Jesus poured His living water over her as He offered salvation, reconciliation and fulfillment. The Samaritan woman’s immediate response was to run and tell others about her spiritual freedom. As a result of the joy flowing from her, many people became Christ-followers.

Come, see a man who told me all that I ever did. Can this be the Christ?

John 4:29

“The fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, self-control; against such things there is no law.” (Galatians 5:22-23) When you allow the Holy Spirit to direct your life, God’s character will flow out through your words and actions. As a result, others will notice this fruit.

Continually drink deeply from the wellsprings of God’s love through prayer and reading the Bible. As you are refreshed with that living water, pour some onto dry, thirsty people around you. Pray also that God will bring Christ-followers into the paths of our nation’s leaders who will do the same.

Recommended Reading: II Corinthians 5:14-21