DATE POSTED
Sunday, June 29, 2025, and I was blessed to be at Westgate Vacation Villas, Kissimmee, FL when God inspired me to prepare this devotional. My Footnote will tell you how to find and read any and all episodes that I have shared over the years.

TODAY’S SCRIPTURE
Read John 4:39-42 in your Bible or click on it to read it online in the Living Bible (TLB).

APPLICATION – as inspired by the Holy Spirit
No matter where we are in life, which church we attend, which Bible version we prefer, or our current perspective on life, there will come a moment when we must confront the challenge of hearing God’s voice and deciding how to respond. This devotional might offer another chance to hear from God, just as the Samaritans did in our Scripture verses. First, let me remind those who have never committed their lives to Jesus Christ. You may have built your life around the ways of this world and its distractions. If you ever feel drawn to learn about Jesus or wonder about His life and teachings, know that this is the Holy Spirit working to draw you out of the world’s ways and into a relationship with Jesus. The world, influenced by Satan, resists the Holy Son of God. If you find yourself being drawn to Jesus, it’s beyond anything your family or friends could orchestrate; it’s the power of God or the Holy Spirit stirring within you. As an unbeliever, this might feel completely unfamiliar due to a lack of experience with God’s Word and ways. Trust that only the Holy Spirit has the power to reach a heart indifferent to Jesus. In today’s Scripture, we see a neighbor who simply returned to her town and shared the love and power of the One who knew everything about her and offered her a new and fulfilling life. How do your encounters with Jesus impact you? Is your life transformed enough by your devotional time with the Lord or church attendance that others see His love shining through your words and actions? Do your neighbors know you are walking with Jesus and want them to do the same? Notice that the Samaritan Woman didn’t run to her neighbors with a big Bible, preaching at them. She simply wanted them to meet the amazing man she encountered, telling them how He reminded her of the Son of God. Many pastors deliver sophisticated sermons that can sometimes challenge our attention spans in church. However, a few heartfelt words from one neighbor to another often capture attentive ears. And if you pray before sharing, your words might touch open hearts eager to know the Jesus you’ve met and are so excited to talk about. The woman’s message was simple and direct. She shared her story, they followed her, listened for themselves, and believed. While I hope your pastor is truly God-ordained, dedicated to winning souls and guiding believers, nothing can replace the love you show by sharing your story with those around you. Let them know how Jesus saved you – and how He can save them too.

PRAYER
Thank You, Jesus, for the blessing of friends and the opportunities You give us to share our likes, dislikes, wants, needs, and opinions with them. Often, they trust us enough to adopt our good ideas. I believe they would quickly act if I warned them about a storm approaching, and just like the Samaritan Woman in today’s story, I believe they would also want to come and meet the Savior I have encountered. Jesus, I pray to overcome fears of rejection or doubts about not having the right Bible references, and instead, like the Samaritan, share my encounter with the King of kings and the immense blessings of accepting You as Lord and Savior. Help me to keep my testimony personal and honest. You are exactly who You say You are, so there’s no need for me to add anything to Your Word; please guard me against that temptation when convincing others. In today’s story, the people saw You, heard You, and believed. It’s all about You, Lord! Just as You’ve transformed my life for Your glory, I am confident You can do the same for those I care about and witness to. Be glorified in everything I strive to do in Your name, Lord! I sincerely pray that readers will also want and commit to doing the same AMEN!

FOOTNOTE
If you have been challenged to make a decision today after reading this devotional, please take advantage of the information provided on my page ‘To Know Jesus’. Alternatively, consider speaking with a local Bible Teaching Pastor, or contact me at NuggetsFromGodsWord@outlook.com. One of God’s servants will pray with you and offer help and encouragement as you begin, or continue your walk with Jesus. If you would like to read more of my devotionals or subscribe to receive a daily email containing each new devotional, please visit NuggetsFromGodsWord.org. Friends, I encourage you to find a Bible teaching church home near your residence and attend as frequently as possible. Get to know God and allow His people to encourage and strengthen you in your Christian walk while you make every effort to be a blessing to them. God is at work among His people! Please consider being a part of that while also growing in your faith as you worship with fellow believers!