Our prophetic dream and subsequent encounter pointed us to John chapter 4.The story of Jesus, His disciples in Samaria, and the woman at the well carries a powerful message today.
1. The Harvest is Here and Now
“You know the saying, ‘Four months between planting and harvest.’ But I say, wake up and look around. The fields are already ripe for harvest.” (John 4:35, NLT)
In John 4, Jesus speaks to a Samaritan woman at a well. When the disciples return from the village with food, they are surprised to find Jesus talking to her.They can’t see the harvest happening right before their eyes!
We often think God’s harvest is a future event, like a coming revival, or fulfillment of His call. We are in a time of transition.But Jesus says, “Look! The harvest is already here.”
2. Jesus is Giving You His Perspective on the Harvest
“I tell you, open your eyes and look at the fields! They are ripe for harvest” (John 4:35).
Jesus sees the harvest where others don’t, because He is in tune with what the Father is doing (John 5:19). The disciples see a random encounter in Samaria, but Jesus sees a divine appointment.
Hear Him say, “I’m giving you eyes to see the harvest right where you are.”This moment and this place.Even if you didn’t plan on being here.He is touching your eyes and giving you a new perspective:
To see that the harvest may come through unexpected people or circumstances.
3. This is a Time of Awakening to the Harvest
“…But I say, wake up and look around. The fields are already ripe for harvest.”
There’s an urgency in Jesus’ words, a call to what is around us. This is a Kairos moment—a prophetic time of awakening.
Sometimes, God gives us prophetic dreams to wake us up!
God says, “Be alert and aware of what I’m doing now.
See, I am opening the door. Behold the harvest!”
4. You Will Have Divine Appointments in Unexpected Places
“So the people came streaming from the village to see Him.” (John 4:30, NLT)
To the disciples, Samaria is just a stop on the way home, but God has an appointment for them there. Yet they can’t perceive it.In their minds, they stop by necessity, not by design.
Sometimes, we may feel like we’re passing through, but God is calling us to see that the harvest is where we are—right now, in the middle of our everyday life.
He has a Divine appointment for you right here.
5. God is Restoring the Weary Workers
“Then Jesus explained: “My nourishment comes from doing the will of God, who sent me, and from finishing his work.” (John 4:34, NLT)
Many who have worked hard have experienced burnout or discouragement. The Lord is restoring those who have lost hope, renewing their energy and faith.
If you relate to this, Jesus wants you to know that you are not alone—He is with you, and working through you.He is showing up in your “corner” of the harvest.
6. God is Answering Your Harvest Prayers
Jesus “stayed for two days, long enough for many more to hear his message and believe” (John 4:41, NLT)
Your prayers have not been in vain (Matt 9:37-38). Jesus reminds you that He is with you and has gone before you.The work you’ve done—and the prayers you’ve prayed—are bearing fruit.
Helen Calder
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1 Corinthians 14 :: NIV. Follow the way of love and eagerly desire spiritual gifts, especially the gift of prophecy. For anyone who speaks in a tongue does not speak to men but to God. Indeed, no one understands him; he utters mysteries with his spirit.
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