John 4:30
Then they went out of the city, and came unto him.
Cross-reference
John 4:35 identifies the arriving Samaritans as the ripe harvest Jesus spoke of — directly connecting their coming to the harvest metaphor.
In Matthew 11:20-24, Jesus condemns cities for not repenting despite miracles — these Samaritans believe without miracles, a stark contrast.
Matthew 12:40-42 notes that Ninevites repented at Jonah — these Samaritans similarly respond to the greater Jonah, showing outsiders' faith.
Acts 8:5 records Philip preaching in Samaria — the same region where these Samaritans first believed, continuing the harvest.
Matthew 20:16 says the last will be first — Samaritans, last in status, are first to believe, while the first (Jews) lag behind.
Acts 28:28 declares salvation sent to Gentiles who will hear — echoing the Samaritan acceptance of Jesus. The cross-reference shows the gospel's trajectory to the nations.
Luke 17:16-18 shows a Samaritan leper giving thanks — both here and there, Samaritans demonstrate faith and gratitude.
In Acts 10:33, Cornelius says they are all present to hear from God — mirroring the Samaritans coming to Jesus. Both show eager response to the gospel.
Acts 13:42 shows Gentiles begging to hear Paul's message — similar to Samaritans coming to Jesus. Both highlight outsiders eagerly receiving the word.