As we enter into our passage, Jesus has recently begun his ministry on earth. The first time He revealed Himself as the Messiah is at the beginning of our chapter to the Samaritan women at the well. Since then, he has traveled up and down Galilee visiting villages, towns, and cities preaching in their synagogues, calling people to repentance for the kingdom of God is at hand. His fame is spreading, people are being healed and God is being glorified. Truly, it was a wonderful time to be alive in Israel.
