JUST SAY THE WORD
Today's reading: Luke 7-8
"So Jesus went with them. But just before they arrived at the house, the officer sent some friends to say, Lord, don't trouble yourself by coming to my home, for I am not worthy of such an honor. I am not even worthy to come and meet you. Just say the word from where you are, and my servant will be healed." Luke 7:6-7 NLT
The Roman office who spoke these words will be highly commended by Jesus for his faith in just a few verses.
He knew Jesus's power.
He was aware of Jesus's authority.
He understood the healing Jesus held in his words, his touch and his presence.
And this man believed it to the extent that he told Jesus...
Just say the word from where you are, and my servant will be healed.
That's faith, friends.
I want that kind of faith.
The kind that is assured that even praying for something once, in the name of Jesus, it is done.
The type of faith that doesn't depend upon a specific test result or good reports from a doctor.
The faith that knows, without a doubt, that Jesus is on the scene, whether I see Him at work or not.
The faith that gives Him full rein, doesn't provide suggestions and leaves it all in His trustworthy hands.
The style of faith that prays as desperately for others as I do for myself.
The kind of faith that, from its roots, knows the answer Jesus provides me is unmerited, because of my unworthiness.
I want that faith.
I want faith that tells the Lord, Just do it from where You are--and I know it will be done!
