What does it mean to believe? What role does faith have in our salvation? In this teaching, Pastor Nathan concludes John 4 by examining the belief of the Samaritan woman and the offical who’s son Jesus heals. How does this narrative provide a glimpse into the theological reality of our salvation by grace alone through faith alone?

Discussion Questions:

• Why do you think the concept of salvation through faith alone seems too simple to many people?

• How does the Samaritan woman’s testimony demonstrate the power of personal witness?

• What’s the difference between having faith sparked by someone else’s testimony versus having your own personal faith?

• How does the royal official’s story demonstrate the relationship between crisis and faith?

• Why is it important to understand that salvation is by grace through faith, rather than by faith alone?

• What does it mean that the object of our faith is more important than the quality of our faith?

• How does this passage demonstrate that Jesus is truly the Savior of the world?

• In what ways might we sometimes try to add works to our faith instead of simply believing?