If you're convinced that upon meeting Jesus face to face you would more likely be greeted with a pointed criticism than with a compliment, it is worth noting that even though Nathanael got such a positive reception from Jesus, he did not go on to be one of the "major players" in the gospel narratives.
On the other hand, the guy Jesus once called "Satan", Simon Peter, starred not only in key gospel moments (both in positive and negative ways), but became instrumental in establishing Christ's church on this earth.
No matter what kind of character we have when we first meet Jesus, there is plenty of space to grow more like Him. And He can use us as we grow.
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