Prophecy in
But the time is coming—indeed it’s here now—when true worshipers will worship the Father in spirit and in truth.
Context
Jesus is speaking to the Samaritan woman at the well, explaining the nature of true worship beyond physical locations and traditional practices.
Fulfillment
partial
Fulfilled inActs 2:1-4
The prophecy begins to be fulfilled at Pentecost when the Holy Spirit is given to believers, enabling them to worship God in spirit and truth, transcending the need for a physical temple.
Theological significance
This prophecy emphasizes the shift from Old Covenant worship centered on the temple to New Covenant worship empowered by the Holy Spirit, accessible to all believers.
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