Character Goal: Purpose is the reason for which something is done, created or exists. Our purpose is to glorify God in all things.
Biblical Character: The Samaritan Woman
Scripture Readings:
John 4:1-42
Discussion Questions
Based on this story, why do you think Jesus “had to” go through Samaria? What does this tell us about Him?
Describe how Jesus felt as He sat down at the well. He was weary, hungry, and thirsty.
Who comes to Jesus at this time? Why? Who initiates the conversation between them?
How does she respond to Jesus’s question? What does this tell us about how she views herself? What does Jesus offer her?
What happens to the person who drinks the “living water” that Jesus offers?
After learning about what this living water can do, what does she ask Jesus? “Where do I get this living water?”
What does Jesus say is the purpose of the living water? What does the woman think the water Jesus is offering will do for her?
What does Jesus tell her to do? Why do you think He brings this up?
Does Jesus condemn or judge her because of her current lifestyle?What does this tell us about Him?
As a female athlete, what things can you look to when trying to find purpose, identity, worth, etc.? Do these things work? Did they seem to be working for this woman? Why or Why not?
Who does Jesus say that He is?
What did the woman leave at the well? Why? What did she go into the city to do? What does this teach us about what life is like after we encounter Jesus?
After the disciples urge Jesus to eat, what does Jesus say is His purpose? What has filled and refreshed Him?
What happens as a result of this woman sharing her testimony with the people in the city? What does this tell you about your personal story of God’s work in your life?
Describe Jesus' purpose for the Samaritan Woman. Describe the woman’s purpose in life before she met Jesus. Did the woman’s purpose in life change after she met Jesus at the well?
Training for Godliness:
It is easy as a coach and athlete to find our purpose in our statistics, performance, or position. What happens if those things are taken away or don't satisfy us? When things that are important to us are removed or replaced with better athletes, booing from the crowd, bad games, or a slump, we feel empty. How can we resist the temptation to find purpose in things that don't last?
What is one thing I learned from this story that I can apply to my life before the next lesson?
Core Truths:
God’s purpose for our life is to bring us to salvation.
Deep longings in our lives will only be met by a relationship with Jesus.
When we receive what Jesus offers we experience eternal life and a new purpose!
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