The reason of this difference in our Lord's treatment of individuals arises from the different dispositions they manifest.
"The Expositor's Bible: The Gospel of St. John, Vol. I"
Marcus Dods
I don't think he is a bad fellow; I mean, I don't suspect he 'd press heavily upon me, with any fair treatment on my part.
"The Martins Of Cro' Martin, Vol. II (of II)"
Charles James Lever
Weaker, and less able to bear treatment.
"The Martins Of Cro' Martin, Vol. II (of II)"
Charles James Lever