# What does John 4:35 mean?

> John 4:35 in plain, modern English from the Modern Text Bible.

> He continued, 'You say, "Four more months and then it's harvest time." But look around—open your eyes. The fields are already ripe for harvest.'
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> — John 4:35, Modern Text Bible

## Commentary

Jesus uses the image of harvest to talk about people who are ready to hear and respond to God's message right now.