(Chorus 1)
Jesus gave me water (3x)
I want to let His praises swell.
Jesus, He gave me water
Jesus gave me water
Jesus gave me water,
And it was not from the well.
(Chorus 2:)
Jesus gave me water (3x)
I want to let His praises swell.
Jesus gave me water (3x)
And it was not from the well.
There was a woman from samaria
Came to the well to get some water.
There she met a stranger who did a story tell
That woman dropped her pitcher,
Her drinking was made richer
From the water he gave her
And it was not from the well
(Chorus 3)
Jesus gave her water (3x)
I want to let His praises swell.
Oh Jesus gave her water
He gave that women water
Gave her living, loving, lasting water
And it was not from the well.
Lord, that woman left him shouting,
There was no room for doubting
That she had made her Savior
Who did her wonders tell
Oh every time she'd doubt Him,
She'd start to think about Him -
The man who gave her water, Lord,
And it was from the well.
Jesus Gave Me Water
Jesus Gave Me Water Song Meaning, Biblical Reference and Inspiration
Released on March 17, 2015, the Gaither Vocal Band's rendition of "Jesus Gave Me Water" offers a moving musical reflection on one of Scripture's most profound encounters: Jesus' meeting with the Samaritan woman at the well in John chapter 4. This song doesn't just recount the story; it embodies the transformative power of that moment, focusing on the depth of provision and acceptance found in Christ. The narrative behind the song is the timeless one found in the gospel account, where a woman seeking physical water for her daily needs encounters the one who offers living water, a source that satisfies the deepest spiritual thirst.
The song captures the essence of this biblical exchange, moving beyond the simple act of drawing water to illustrate the divine intervention that addresses a soul's emptiness and past brokenness. Jesus, sitting weary by the well, initiates a conversation that breaks cultural and religious barriers, revealing He knows everything about her life and yet offers salvation freely. This mirrors the song's theme: no matter one's history or perceived unworthiness, Jesus sees beyond the surface and provides the true fulfillment the world cannot offer. The promise in John 4:14, "whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst. Indeed, the water I give them will become in them a spring of water welling up to eternal life," is the very core of the song's message, portraying salvation not just as a one-time event but as an internal, unending source of spiritual sustenance.
Musically and lyrically, the Gaither Vocal Band delivers this message with their characteristic blend of rich harmonies and sincere expression. The arrangement allows the power of the message to shine through, creating an atmosphere of reverence and gratitude. The song serves as a powerful reminder that Jesus meets us where we are, whether at a literal well or in the mundane and often challenging circumstances of our lives, just as He did with the Samaritan woman. He offers not just momentary relief but a permanent solution to the soul's deep longing, echoing the prophet Isaiah's invitation, "Come, all you who are thirsty, come to the waters" (Isaiah 55:1). It’s a declaration of personal testimony, moving from the biblical account to the individual experience of having received this life-giving water. Through this song, the Gaither Vocal Band compellingly presents the gospel truth that Jesus is the ultimate source of spiritual life and satisfaction, turning a historical encounter into a resonant, personal anthem of faith for anyone who has experienced His life-changing grace.
