![]() ![]() The Centurion of Caesarea (Acts 10:1-2, 22, 44-48)Ĭenturions were not the ancient equivalent of “the boy next door.” As if this weren’t remarkable enough, this tough warrior showing deep concern for a mere slave by seeking out the rabbi of Nazareth is truly amazing. He exhibited great submission (calling Jesus “Lord”) and great faith in declaring that he believed that Christ need only say the word and his servant would be made whole. This man came to Jesus on behalf of his servant. There will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.” Then Jesus said to the centurion, “Go your way and as you have believed, so let it be done for you.” And his servant was healed that same hour. But the sons of the kingdom will be cast out into outer darkness. And I say to this one, ‘Go,’ and he goes and to another, ‘Come,’ and he comes and to my servant, ‘Do this,’ and he does it.” When Jesus heard it, He marveled, and said to those who followed, “Assuredly, I say to you, I have not found such great faith, not even in Israel! And I say to you that many will come from east and west, and sit down with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob in the kingdom of heaven. For I also am a man under authority, having soldiers under me. But only speak a word, and my servant will be healed. Now when Jesus had entered Capernaum, a centurion came to Him, pleading with Him, saying, “Lord, my servant is lying at home paralyzed, dreadfully tormented.” And Jesus said to him, “I will come and heal him.” The centurion answered and said, “Lord, I am not worthy that You should come under my roof. The centurions were the finest men in the Roman army. ![]()
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