Luke 7:2-9 ▼

2 A centurion’s slave, who was highly valued by him, was sick and about to die.

3 When the centurion heard about Jesus, he sent some Jewish elders to Him, requesting Him to come and save the life of his slave.

4 When they reached Jesus, they pleaded with Him earnestly, saying, “ He is worthy for You to grant this,

5 because he loves our nation and has built us a synagogue.”

6 Jesus went with them, and when He was not far from the house, the centurion sent friends to tell Him, “ Lord, don’t trouble Yourself, since I am not worthy to have You come under my roof.

7 That is why I didn’t even consider myself worthy to come to You. But say the word, and my servant will be cured.

8 For I too am a man placed under authority, having soldiers under my command. I say to this one, ‘Go ! ’ and he goes; and to another, ‘ Come ! ’ and he comes; and to my slave, ‘ Do this ! ’ and he does it.”

9 Jesus heard this and was amazed at him, and turning to the crowd following Him, He said, “I tell you, I have not found so great a faith even in Israel! ”