AN EXAMPLE OF GREAT FAITH

 

Luke 7:1-10 / Keywords 7:9

AN EXAMPLE OF GREAT FAITH

 

1. A centurion sends for Jesus (1-6a)

A certain centurion lived in Capernaum. He was a high-ranking soldier in the

army and most probably a Gentile. This centurion had a servant whom he highly

valued and who was also near death. The centurion asked for Jesus to come and

heal his servant. He was so highly respected in the town that the Jewish elders

interceded on his behalf. Is there someone whom you can bring to Jesus?

 

2. The centurion’s great faith (6b-10)

Jesus was on his way to the centurion’s home. Then the centurion sent friends to

tell him not to trouble himself. He believed that if Jesus simply said the word, his

servant would be healed. As a military officer, the centurion understood authority.

Those under his charge did whatever he told them to do. He believed Jesus

possessed even greater authority - authority over sickness. Jesus commented

that he had not seen such great faith anywhere in Israel. The servant was healed.

 

Prayer Lord Jesus, you possess all authority over all things. Please grow my faith

in you.

One Word “But say the word….”