The man who was healed had no idea who it was, for Jesus had slipped away into the crowd that was there. John 5:13
I recommend reading all of this story beginning at verse 1 of John chapter 5.
This healing took place on the Sabbath, making it very offensive to the legalistic Jewish leadership. They were angered over a crippled man walking around carrying a mat he’d lain on for 38 years and mad at the Man who cured him. How selfish!!
Apathy toward pain in favor of prejudice or tradition is in direct conflict with the miraculous work of God’s grace. Man’s agenda and expectation can pollute the work of the Gospel. Jesus had compassion, which moved Him to action. Our mission is to do likewise.
Love,
Gretchen