John 4:1-26, "Lessons from the Well"

1. Jesus knew his purpose—to die, but not yet (vv. 1-3)
2. Jesus wasn't afraid to do ministry on the other side of the tracks (v. 4)
   
3. Jesus knew when to rest (vv. 5-6)
4. Jesus offers grace to those who thirst—a thirst that is expressed in many ways (vv. 7-18)
5. To enjoy "living water," I must have my preconceived religious notions demolished (vv. 19-24)
6. Jesus is the Messiah– he must save, and he alone (vv. 25-26)

In the words of Augustus Toplady's (1740-1778) hymn, Rock of Ages:
"Not the labors of my hands
can fulfill Thy law's commands;
could my zeal no respite know,
could my tears forever flow,
all for sin could not atone;
Thou must save, and Thou alone."