Women at the Well

In Scripture, wells are more than places to draw water—they are meeting places, moments of decision, and turning points in God’s unfolding purpose. This six-part series, delivered in 1999, journeys through encounters at the well that reveal God’s care, His covenant, and His call to relationship. From the tender love stories of the patriarchs to the profound spiritual truths shared by Jesus himself, each study explores how these moments speak to our lives today. As we meet each woman at the well, we are invited to consider our own meeting place with the Lord and how it shapes our walk with him.

Rebecca: The Servant and the Bride

We begin with the account of Abraham’s servant meeting Rebecca at the well, a story rich with providence and hospitality. Her willing spirit and swift service reflect the qualities God desires in those He calls. This encounter becomes a pattern of divine leading, faith-filled obedience, and the beauty of a bride chosen for the son.

Rachel: Love at First Sight

Jacob’s arrival at the well in Haran leads to a love story that would shape the future of Israel. Meeting Rachel brought joy, but also years of patient labor and hardship. Her story reminds us that God’s purposes often unfold through perseverance, commitment, and trust, even when the path is long.

Zipporah: A Marriage by the Well

In Midian, Moses defends Zipporah and her sisters from hostile shepherds, an act of courage that leads to marriage. Their meeting at the well speaks of protection, provision, and God’s hand in bringing together lives for His work. It also points to the ways God equips His servants for future calling through everyday encounters.

The Shulammite: Love and Longing

Drawing from the Song of Solomon, this class reflects on the deep, poetic love between the Shulammite woman and her beloved. The imagery of wells and gardens becomes a picture of intimacy, delight, and mutual devotion—a mirror of the relationship God desires with His people.

Samaria: Jesus and the Woman at the Well

At Jacob’s well in Sychar, Jesus meets a Samaritan woman and offers her “living water.” Through their conversation, barriers of culture, sin, and misunderstanding are gently dismantled. This encounter reveals the Messiah’s heart for the outsider and the life-changing invitation to worship God in spirit and truth.

Eternity: Christ and His Bride

The series concludes with a vision of the ultimate meeting at the well—Christ and his bride united forever. Using the imagery of ancient wedding customs, this study calls us to nurture a personal, heartfelt relationship with our Bridegroom. It is a reminder that love, commitment, and joy are central to our hope in the Kingdom to come.

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