Jesus had to go through Samaria (v4). But why? Jews almost always avoided traveling through Samaria, even though it might add several days to their journey. We're left to guess that this apparently chance encounter with a woman at a well was actually an appointment that Jesus felt he had to keep. What might it mean for us to follow Jesus by crossing boundaries that carry risk or cost for us?

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For Reflection:

Jesus had to go through Samaria, apparently because this meeting was too important to miss.

- What might it mean for you to follow Jesus' example in crossing boundaries -- religious, ethnic, social, political, and gender boundaries? How might following Jesus involve either cost or risk?

- The woman is invited to serve Jesus but really it's an invitation to be blessed beyond measure. The cost and risk to her is miniscule compared to what Jesus intends to give. How does this challenge your typical vision of serving?