Umc Darlington

John 4:5-42  &  Romans 5:1-11 In Phase 4 of our Lenten Journey Inward & Onward, we thirst. The religious expertise and scriptural genius of Nicodemus from John 3 could not help him understand the invitation Jesus offered for Spiritual Rebirth.  The marginalized and discounted (and nameless) Samaritan woman from chapter 4 receives a similar invitation and responds in the most incredible way. These two stories are told almost back to back.  What is happening here?  Where can we find ourselves in both Nicodemus and "the woman at the well"? Let us consider what it is to thirst. Let us consider the invitation of Jesus as Living Water. Continue your journey with us inward in silence and reflection to discern where the Holy Spirit, given to us through Jesus, is inviting you onward.