Rev. Cyril A. Stevens – Sermon 0296A recorded on February 8, 1981 teaching from John 4:10-24 – If Thou Knewest the Gift of God.
Pastor Cyril A. Stevens explores Jesus’ encounter with the Samaritan woman at the well, using it as a foundational narrative to highlight the transformative power of God’s gift: Jesus Christ. Stevens emphasizes how Jesus bypasses the woman’s racial and religious defenses, along with her attempts at flirtation, to address the deep-seated sin in her heart. The central message revolves around escaping the “if only club” of regret by accepting Jesus as the source of “living water” and everlasting life, which transcends mere religious observance. Ultimately, Pastor Stevens urges listeners to genuinely know and confess their sins to receive this profound gift, which brings spiritual renewal and an end to life’s artificial pursuits.