Today: [John 4:27-54] The Aftermath of a Power Encounter: In John 4 Part 2, the disciples come upon Jesus talking with the woman at the well. They are amazed that He would have anything to do with her. The people of the city come out at her word, and after meeting Jesus themselves, they believe also. They believe; however, they are dismissive of the woman’s testimony because they hold her in ill repute. Others hear of Jesus exploits and come to get a miracle, but Jesus reproves them, calling them unbelieving sign-seekers, nonetheless healing their sick. The aftermath of a miracle is often a mixture of scandal, shock, unbelief, and confusion. If you are ever used by God to reach your family, friends, or community, don’t get scandalized if things don’t work out afterward, as you might hope.
