The Significance of Wells in the Bible

Kerion and Paul
Written By Shirley Gray

Wells in the Bible were more than water sources—they were vital for life and rich in spiritual meaning. This message explores their symbolic significance: God’s provision and sustenance, spiritual nourishment, salvation through Jesus Christ as the living water, covenant promises reaffirmed in Isaac’s time, and their role as social hubs where lives intersected. From Isaac reopening Abraham’s wells in Genesis 26, to Isaiah’s promise of drawing water from the wells of salvation, to Jesus’ life-changing conversation at Jacob’s well in John 4, discover how these images point us to the abundant life God offers.

Key Bible readings:

  • Genesis 26:12-25

  • Isaiah 12:1-6

  • John 4:6-15

Shirley Gray
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