John 4:47

When he heard that Jesus was come out of Judea.

Either he had been to Jerusalem to the feast, or he had heard of the deeds of Jesus from others. The fact that he comes, as soon as he heard of the return of the Lord, shows that he was already regarded as. prophet in Galilee.

Note that:

1. The nobleman has already "faith as. grain of mustard seed" in Jesus;

2. That faith moves him to seek the aid of Jesus;

3. To make sure of his help he comes in person, instead of sending servants;

4. While he thought he could heal his son, he did not comprehend that it could be done unless Jesus came to where he was;

5. He thought it would be too late if the son died before his coming. His faith was very imperfect.