Say word

“…but only say the word, and my servant will be healed.” Matthew 8:8

The centurion had faith, and apparently a good bit more than God’s chosen people (v 10). His servant was in a great deal of pain and Jesus offered to come heal him. But the Roman soldier stopped the Lord and asked that he only say the word, and it would be done. And he did, and it was.

Many of us are stuck at home for a little while. How can we improve our situation? By pondering the faith of the centurion. He saw spiritual realities. He knows he has no power to heal his suffering servant. He even knows (bold belief!) that Jesus’ physical presence will add nothing. What was really needed was a command from the top of the ranks.

How does this apply to us? There are many things we cannot do right now. What a wonderful time to reflect on all the things that Jesus can do from where he sits. Let’s crowd his throne with prayers for things like salvations, comforts, and merciful healings to go out into the world. It’s nothing but a word to him, for all these things are under his pulsating authority.