As I was reflecting on this passage, I had so many questions and thoughts as to why was this centurion sending so many people out to see Jesus even though he had a need.
He was a man of high regard in the community and clearly was a man of means in that he built the synagogue with his own resources.
He was a leader’s leader.
The only conclusion I could gather was that this man had an uncommon level of fear, adoration and respect for Jesus and the things of God.
These beliefs and values were principle drivers of his success as the scripture says that the fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom.
As leaders, we can use the centurion as a role model, a blue print of success.
We must also grow in the Lord and maintain the spirit of reverential fear, awe and adoration in our hearts.
Be Blessed!
Why? So that wisdom, understanding and blessings will be poured out on us that we will not have room enough to receive them. Amen
Be a Blessing!
“Now a centurion had a bond servant who was held in honor and highly valued by him, who was sick and at the point of death.
And when the centurion heard of Jesus, he sent some Jewish elders to Him, requesting Him to come and make his bond servant well.
And when they reached Jesus, they begged Him earnestly, saying, He is worthy that You should do this for him, For he loves our nation and he built us our synagogue [at his own expense].
And Jesus went with them. But when He was not far from the house, the centurion sent [some] friends to Him, saying, Lord, do not trouble [Yourself], for I am not sufficiently worthy to have You come under my roof; Neither did I consider myself worthy to come to You.
But [just] speak a word, and my servant boy will be healed.”
Luke 7:2-7 AMPC
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