There's ALWAYS TWO SIDES to a Coin

John 4:21-42

Inspired thots:

What a contrast! the Jews and the Gentiles. Both had the opportunities to hear Jesus, but what a different response.

The Jews were excited and eager to see more MIRACLES from Jesus while the Chief Priests and Pharisees were skeptical.
The Gentiles heard Jesus' WORDS with their heart and responded in faith and belief.
Perhaps it is a matter of...
When Man doesnt know, and then Man hear or learn - and embrace the new lesson.
When Man thinks he already knows, he tends to shut off anything new or worthy especially if it does not exalt self.
That is the contrast of the JEWS and the GENTILES. (v22)

2) When Jesus reveals or exposes the truth, the Jews rejected it and were offended (2:18); but the Gentiles received the revelation with repentance and acceptance (v29).

Humility must be in place even as one seeks the truth so that when it comes, it will be gladly received. It is like what Jesus said: the stone which the builders rejected has become a cornerstone. If the truth is not accepted, it becomes a hindrance to us; if the truth is accepted, it sets us free (8:34).

3) A testimony is very impactful; the Samaritan woman went back to town to invite others to meet Jesus. Knowing her 'colorful' life, they believed her... she must have been so impacted by Jesus. (v39) Then the Gentiles were wise, they heard Jesus themselves and decided for themselves what is TRUTH; they allowed Jesus' words to impact them (v42).
They had the RIGHT ATTITUDE ~ Humility. Humility leads to Wisdom. Wisdom leads to Understanding. Understanding leads to Life.