'Reversal of Influence' - John 4:28-30

The woman left her water jar beside the well and ran back to the village, telling everyone, "Come and see a man who told me everything I ever did! Could he possibly be the Messiah?" So the people came streaming from the village to see him.

—John 4:28-30 NLT

Key Thought


How does a spurned woman who came to Jacob's well in isolation and shame lead a whole village of people to come and discover their Messiah? The answer is simple: Jesus has the power to change people. That change is noticeable. That change is influential. So you are left with three questions from the reactions of the women and the people from the village. First, have you been changed by Jesus? Second, who have you influenced to come and meet Jesus? Third, who have you not told about Jesus because you weren't sure they would change?

Today's Prayer


Father of mercies, God of infinite love, Almighty Yahweh of transformation, please help me lead others to Jesus so their lives can be changed by his grace. Jesus, thank you for changing me and thank you for interceding for me at the Father's right hand when I don't know how to pray. All praise and glory to the Father who sits on the throne and to the Lord Jesus, my redeemer and transformer. Amen.

Related Scripture Readings

• 2 Corinthians 5:16-17
• Mark 5:1-17
• Acts 9:17-21

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