Jewish culture broke the world into two camps: Jew and non-Jew. Many times, Jesus Himself referred to his immediate mission as for the Jews (e.g. the Syro-Phoenician woman), and yet He also welcomed the non-Jew for their faith in Him (e.g. the same woman, the Roman Centurian).

Some suggest there is a mystery in this verse. If so, it's plainly revealed when you read Paul's writings on the unification in Christ of Jew and Gentile (non-Jew), Slave and Free, Male and Female. That the Holy Spirit fell on Cornelius' household of the Father's own accord seals this fact into truth.

Some may suggest this verse points to a particular group of people here or there. In actuality, it echoes the heart of God to reach ALL people. As it usually is with most of us, the listening audience was most likely self-absorbed (e.g. God is here with us (Jews), not them (anyone else)).

Are we able to hear the all-reaching call "anyone who calls on the name of the LORD will be saved"?

John 10:16