Lenten Reflections, Day 30

Thursday, March 22nd, 2012

Written by: Barbara Reynolds

Reading: John 4: 7-15

How reassuring to know that our Lord and Savior in His humanity experienced the same physical limitations that we all do. He was wearied from his journey, thirsty and without a container to lower into the well. The Samaritan woman was puzzled that a Jew would ask a despised Samaritan for any type of help...and once again Jesus shows that His gift is available to all people. At this Lenten time of year, we again recognize that we are able to drink from the well of water springing up to eternal life. Are we willing?

Prayer
Lord God, giver and sustainer of life, help us to gladly and freely drink from the well of your love that never will run dry. Amen.

FAMILY MOMENT: In this passage Jesus meets a woman from Samaria. Jewish people (like Jesus) did NOT associate with Samaritans. Yet Jesus tells the woman that living water is available to her, yes even her! If the gifts of God are free, even for Samaritans, is there anyone that God can not or does not love? Of course not, God loves everyone! Make a card to everyone from God proclaiming God’s love for them.
Loving God, thank you for loving us ALL, no exceptions and no exclusions. We pray that we can help to show your love to everyone around us. AMEN.