Jesus leads his disciples to minister in the most unlikely place to the most unlikely people.
Jewish folks hearing about his, particularly the very devout, would be appalled that Jesus would ever go to Samaria- let alone minister there.
God’s will is far superior to human tradition or culture.
No one is “too far away” for God to reach.
Jesus didn’t “sugar coat” and he didn’t blast. He explained the good news with grace and truth.
I need to submit to the Holy Spirit leading me breath by breath to walk the line of grace and truth.
Father, help me to love people, all kinds of people, the way you do. May your love compel me to extend both grace and truth.