Bible study online

John 4:47

King James Version (KJV)

“In our prayers we talk to God, in our Bible study God talks to us, and we had better let God do most of the talking.”
— D.L. Moody

John 4:47

Verse 47 of 54

Scripture focus

When he heard that Jesus was come out of Judaea into Galilee, he went unto him, and besought him that he would come down, and heal his son: for he was at the point of death.

John 4:47 — KJV

Commentary

Commentary on John 4:47

Theological / Devotional

When he heard. The rapid spread of the report of Jesus’ return to Galilee testifies to His popularity (see John 4:45; Mark 3:7-12).

Besought him. This is the first recorded instance of a request for healing, though miracles in general have already been mentioned (ch. 2:23).

Come down. See on ch. 2:12.

At the point of death. Human wisdom and skill could do no more, and as a final resort the father made the trip to Cana in the hope of persuading Jesus to return immediately with him to Capernaum (see v. 49). Finding Jesus surrounded by a throng of people, the father arranged for a private interview with Him (see DA 197).

By SdaBc