Sundays Sermon Mid-week Discussion

Central Scripture: Isaiah 12:1-6

“In that day you will say: ‘I will praise you, Lord. Although you were angry with me, your anger has turned away and you have comforted me. Surely God is my salvation; I will trust and not be afraid. The Lord, the Lord himself, is my strength and my defense; he has become my salvation.’ With joy you will draw water from the wells of salvation. In that day you will say: ‘Give praise to the Lord, proclaim his name; make known among the nations what he has done, and proclaim that his name is exalted. Sing to the Lord, for he has done glorious things; let this be known to all the world. Shout aloud and sing for joy, people of Zion, for great is the Holy One of Israel among you.'”

Bible Study Questions & Discussion

1. Understanding the Wells of Salvation

Read Isaiah 12:3 and John 4:13-14

What do you think Isaiah means by “wells of salvation”?
How does Jesus’ conversation with the Samaritan woman expand this concept?
When have you experienced spiritual “drought” but found refreshment in unexpected ways?

2. Active Joy vs. Passive Emotion

Read Philippians 4:4 and Habakkuk 3:17-19

Notice that both passages command joy rather than simply describing it. What does this tell us about the nature of biblical joy?
How is “drawing water” from wells similar to Paul’s command to “rejoice always”?
Share a time when you had to choose joy despite difficult circumstances.

3. The Source of Supernatural Joy

Read 2 Corinthians 5:15 and Hebrews 2:3

How does Christ’s death and resurrection become the foundation for our joy?
What does it mean to “live for him who died for us” in practical terms?
How does remembering the “great salvation” help sustain joy during trials?

4. Community and Proclamation

Read Isaiah 12:4-6

Notice how personal salvation leads to public proclamation. Why is this important?
How can sharing our testimony help others find their own wells of salvation?
What role does Christian community play in helping us “draw water” during difficult seasons?