A Centurion's Faith
1 When He had concluded all His sayings in the hearing of the people, He entered Capernaum.
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A centurion's slave, who was highly valued by him, was sick and about to die.
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When the centurion heard about Jesus, he sent some Jewish elders to Him, requesting Him to come and save the life of his slave.
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When they reached Jesus, they pleaded with Him earnestly, saying, "He is worthy for You to grant this,
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because he loves our nation and has built us a synagogue."
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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.
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That is why I didn't even consider myself worthy to come to You. But say the word, and my servant will be cured.
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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."
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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!"
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When those who had been sent returned to the house, they found the slave in good health.