Welcome to the very first episode of Meet At The Well!
Today, we journey back to Jacob’s well in John 4, where a simple request for water sparks the longest recorded conversation Jesus has with anyone in the New Testament—not with a religious leader, but with a Samaritan woman many would have overlooked.
In this episode, we’ll explore:
The cultural and historical backdrop of John 4
How Jesus models dignity, curiosity, and truth in hard conversations
What "Woman at the Well Theology" invites us into today
The principle of charity—and why connection, not combat, is the goal
How storytelling bridges the sacred and the secular one word at a time
If you’ve ever felt caught between worlds—too sacred for the secular, too secular for the sacred—this conversation is for you.
Resources Mentioned:
John 4:1-42 (Biblical text)
Genesis 16 (Story of Hagar, referenced briefly)
Principle of Charity (for more on this communication approach, check out The Principle of Charity by Michael Patrick Lynch and Scott Aikin or visit [this overview: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Principle_of_charity
Affective Science (exploring emotional regulation, connection, and communication)
Need Support?
If today’s episode stirred things in you and you’re looking for help, you're not alone. Here are some resources:
BetterHelp Online Therapy (https://www.betterhelp.com/) – access licensed therapists from anywhere
Psychology Today Therapist Directory(https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists) – find local support based on your needs
NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness (https://nami.org/Home) – mental health resources, support groups, and education
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Until next time—
Come thirsty. You are welcome here.
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