He Healed The Broken Cistern

Tuesday, March 17

‭John 4:6-8 (NKJV)

“Now Jacob’s well was there. Jesus therefore, being wearied from His journey, sat thus by the well. It was about the sixth hour. A woman of Samaria came to draw water. Jesus said to her, “Give Me a drink.” For His disciples had gone away into the city to buy food.”

Devotion

Jesus, traveling on a journey, stopped by a well that had been used for many generations and was still active. His disciples left to get lunch, so He was there by Himself. It appeared He wanted to take a quick rest, but the Beginning and the End knew there was a certain Samaritan woman coming up the road to draw water from this well, and He wanted to meet her.

Jesus said to her, “Give Me a drink.” That was a loaded statement.

Firstly, it was uncustomary for a man, let alone a rabbi, to talk to a woman alone in public. Secondly, for a Jew to talk to a Samaritan could easily wind up in an argument because of an ongoing animosity between the Jews and Samaritans. One of the differences was the rejection of the Prophets’ writings that included the foretelling of a coming Messiah (Isaiah chapter 11). But that did not stop Jesus, the Messiah. His comment would get a rise out of her—enough to talk to Him.

Jesus pushed the conversation because He saw something in her. Spiritually speaking, her cistern was broken. Given her flagrant lifestyle, it also caused her to be an outcast. Even if she could draw water, there was no way she could hold the Living Water He wanted to offer her. He knew He had to heal her broken vessel first and make it brand new. He was willing, and He was there for her. Jesus also saw her future. Her social status did not matter. He saw what salvation would do once she got a hold of it. She would be the instrument God used to revive a region.

Never underestimate the things God can do with a life that grabs a hold of Him. The plans He made for each of us before we were even born are still in effect. If we hear Him calling, today is the day to respond.

Today's Prayer

Dear Heavenly Father,

I come to You in surrender. Fill me with Your Living Water, so I will never thirst again. You are the Well that never runs dry. I put my life into Your hands. Heal me and use me for Your glory.  In the Name of Jesus, I pray. Amen.

Apply It Today

Do not count yourself out of God’s plans because of past failures. That is what Jesus died for—the redemption He paid so heavily for. God is greater than our failures, and His compassion is deeper than our hurts. If we hear His voice today, it’s time to yield to Him and be healed.

Resources

• Jesus is still offering the Living Water that satisfies every thirsty soul. If you’re ready to say yes to Him and begin a new life in Christ, click here and dedicate your life to the Lord today.

• When Jesus steps into places that look final, everything can change. Watch the message “When Jesus Touches Your Coffin,” and don’t miss this powerful reminder of His life-giving power.