When reading John, I noticed that there seemed to be somewhat of a contradiction. At first, it seems as if Jesus is performing miracles to gain followers. He tells Nathanael that he will see "greater things than that." This came across to me like he was trying to prove his divinity to the people by the miracles he was performing. However, after the officer asks him to heal his son, he acts as if it is rude of him to do so. He says:
"Will none of you ever believe without seeing signs and portents?" (John 4:48)
It seemed to be somewhat of a contrast to the earlier instances.
