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John
  
c) Evangelism in Samaria
(John 4:39–42)
39Many Samaritans from that city believed in him because of the woman’s testimony, "He told Me all that I ever did."40So when the Samaritans came to him, they asked him to stay with them; and he stayed there two days.41And many more believed because of his word.42They said to the woman, "It is no longer because of your words that we believe, for we have heard for ourselves, and we know that this is indeed the Savior of the world."


Multitudes ran to Jesus from the town, influenced by the woman’s conversion. In them he saw the white fields, about to be harvested. He spoke to them of faith and life eternal, and stayed there two full days. His disciples visited homes as harvesters of souls. Christ’s person and words made a deep mark on the crowds. They realized that God had come in Christ to our sad world to save sinners. These Samaritans were the first to give him the title "Savior of the World" they felt that Jesus did not mean to save his own people, but was bearing all men’s sin. There is no end to the might of his love, even today he can save and free those in sins’ bondage from Satan’s grip, and preserve those who are freed. He is truly the judge of the world. Caesar in Rome was entitled "Savior and Protector of the World." These Samaritans realized that Jesus was greater than Caesars; he gives his people eternal peace.

Prayer
We thank you Jesus; you rebuilt the life of this sinful woman, and showed us all, that obedience to the Spirit is better than worship. Free us from delay, so that we may fulfill your will gladly and swiftly, and present your salvation to the wanderers, that they may obtain eternal life by faith in you.
Question
How do we become useful harvesters for Jesus?