Bible moment
The Bible moment
John 4:7-9 tells how a Samaritan woman came to Jacob’s well to draw water. Jesus asked her for a drink, and she was surprised because Jews did not share things in common with Samaritans. The passage presents this as an unexpected conversation, while Jesus treats her with respect. This moment begins a longer exchange in which Jesus speaks about God’s gift and living water. Later in the story, he teaches about worshiping the Father in spirit and truth and reveals that he is the Messiah. The woman then tells people in her city about Jesus, and many Samaritans believe because of her testimony and because they hear Jesus’ words themselves.
Look closely
What children can notice
A Samaritan woman comes to draw water, and Jesus respectfully asks her for a drink. Her surprised expression reflects the stated social boundary between Jews and Samaritans, while the scene remains peaceful and welcoming.
Talk together
Talk about it
- Why might the woman have been surprised when Jesus spoke to her?
- How can you treat someone with respect when they seem different from you?
For families, church, and class
Use this page
Use this page when teaching John 4:7-9 or introducing the full story of Jesus and the Samaritan woman. Invite children to notice the well, water vessel, unexpected request, and peaceful conversation. For older children, connect the scene to Jesus’ later teaching about living water, worship in spirit and truth, and sharing testimony. Avoid naming the woman or adding a crowd, hostility, or details about her life not included in the passage.
Source note
From this passage
John 4:7-9 · The Woman at the Well
A Samaritan woman comes to draw water, and Jesus respectfully asks her for a drink. Her surprised expression reflects the stated social boundary between Jews and Samaritans, while the scene remains peaceful and welcoming.
