Saturday, March 19
Luke 7:2
A centurion there had a slave whom he valued highly, and who was ill and close to death.
This is the opening to a fascinating healing story: Jesus is going to heal this slave and restore him to health. All without entering the house: without even meeting the person, Jesus heals this centurion's slave confirming that the gifts of God are not just for the people of Israel but for all the world.
But what's interesting at the moment is the relationship of the centurion to the slave. This is a centurion, an important Roman military officer. He could get another slave. No big deal. But he wants to save this one.
This reminds me of the relationship of Jesus to each of us: the Lord of heaven and earth values us enough to save us. Jesus wouldn't need to save you or save me. There are plenty of other fish in the sea, so to speak. But Jesus values us highly. And when we are ill and close to death, Jesus comes near. Thanks be to God!
Pastor Seth Moland-Kovash
Join us for worship this Sunday at 8:30 and 11.
Join us for worship this Sunday at 8:30 and 11.
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