The courtier, though probably of spirit enough to have shown some discontent at our Saviour's no kinder answer to him before, yet was so intent upon his son's life, that he takes no notice of it, but renews his request, still discovering the weakness of his faith, as thinking that Christ's personal presence was necessary to the life of his son.
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John 4:49
49 The nobleman saith unto him, Sir, come down ere my child die.