OCU C)OST A Devotion 03
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MATTHEW 8 – UNCANNY FAITH
“And Jesus said unto him, I will come and heal him. The centurion answered and said, Lord, I am not worthy that thou shouldest come under my roof: but speak the word only, and my servant shall be healed. For I am a man under authority, having soldiers under me: and I say to this man, Go, and he goeth; and to another, come, and he cometh; and to my servant, do this, and he does it. When Jesus heard it, he marveled, and said to them that followed, Verily I say unto you, I have not found so great faith, no, not in Israel.“ Matthew 8:7-10
Wow, what an incredible story of a man who possessed uncanny faith. There is no doubt, this centurion believed in a way that leaves many of us professing Christians impressed. Impressed because many Christians who claim to have faith in Christ tend to demonstrate the lack thereof in their personal life.
When you accept Jesus as your lord, you are not only accepting Him as your God and savior but also the life He has predetermined in your life. In other words, as Christians, we are called to trust the Lord in whatever circumstance we may be in. Why you may ask? Because God knows our infirmities, our wants, and our future. It’s the saints calling to live our lives with “godliness and contentment” in whatever state He calls us to live in.
Therefore, it’s the believer’s duty to trust the Lord in whatever circumstance they may be in, and place whatever burdens we have right before the footstool of our God.
CHALLENGE
My friend, have you trusted in the saving grace of the Lord Jesus? If so, God has called us to trust the Lord, even in dark times. May we be like the centurion, one who exemplified uncanny faith and trust in the Lord, no matter what scenario we may be in!
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this story about the centurion really shows what true faith looks like. I love how he trusted Jesus so completely, even without Him being there in person. It reminds me that as Christians, we’re called to trust God in every situation, not just when things are easy. Sometimes it’s hard, but like the centurion, we should put our burdens at God’s feet and believe He can handle them. My challenge from this is to really work on trusting God more, even in the tough times, and not just when it’s convenient.
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This devotional talks about how important it is to have faith. Our faith is the foundation of our relationship with God. We need to recognize the importance of faith in the good times and in the bad times. We will all go through hard times in our lives. In the hard times in life are the times when our faith is truly tested. These are the times when we need to trust God the most even when it feels like everything is going wrong. Our faith in God needs to have a firm foundation so that when something does go wrong, we can turn to Him in our time of need. We need to know that God is in control, and He will be with us and guide us. In the good times and the bad times, we need to make time to grow our relationship with God whether that is reading our Bibles or spending time in prayer.
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Without a doubt, I have wholeheartedly placed my trust in the saving grace of the Lord Jesus Christ. This deeply rooted faith envelops me with a profound sense of peace and assurance, even amidst life’s most challenging moments. It is incredibly comforting to know that I can lean on His unwavering love and divine guidance, reminiscent of the steadfast faith exhibited by the centurion. Embracing this trust empowers me to navigate the uncertainties of life with a sense of hope and resilience, fortifying my spirit in times of adversity.
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The faith of the Roman centurion found in Matthew 8:7–10 is one of the most amazing examples of faith found in the New Testament. The centurion approaches Jesus on behalf of his ailing servant, and Jesus offers to come to his house and heal him. However, the centurion humbly says that he is not worthy of having the Lord under his roof, instead expressing confidence that Christ can heal with just a word. This act of trust makes Jesus marvel and declare that He had not found such great faith even among the Israelite’s.
This narrative emphasizes a fundamental reality of the Christian life, real faith is based on acknowledging Christ’s actual authority. Despite being a Roman officer who was not Jewish, the centurion understood authority because of his military position, where orders were carried out without hesitation. He extended this knowledge to Jesus because he thought that Christ’s heavenly power was unrestricted by his bodily presence or distance. Jesus was shocked by this degree of trust, demonstrating that faith is determined by the heart’s reaction to God rather than one’s religious history. Believers today are challenged by the centurion’s example to recognize Christ’s sovereignty and have faith in His strength even in the face of seemingly impossible obstacles.
Recognizing Jesus as Lord involves acknowledging both who He is and what He wants for your life. Because God is aware of our needs, vulnerability, and future, Christians are obligated to trust Him in every circumstance. Scripture teaches that even in the face of adversity, believers should live with holiness, contentment, and faith in God’s purpose. This verse serves as a reminder that faith is active trust in God’s benevolence and authority rather than just belief.
Thus, Matthew 8 exhorts believers to trust on the Lord’s might and give up their responsibilities to Him. A paradigm of humility, submission, and unshakable faith in Christ’s ability to step in is the centurion’s response. -
It’s inspiring to see someone outside of Jesus’ closest circle show such trust and humility, recognizing both his own limits and the authority of Christ. The centurion’s story reminds us that real faith isn’t just about words, but about trusting God’s power and goodness even when we don’t fully understand what’s happening. Accepting Jesus means embracing His plan for our lives and learning to be content and godly wherever He leads. Surrendering our worries and burdens can be hard, but stories like this encourage us to trust Him, knowing He cares about every detail. May we all aim to have faith like the centurion, confident in God’s ability to work in any situation and ready to place our needs in His hands.
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