For Friday, September 18, 2020.
Matthew 8:8 ESV: “The centurion replied, “Lord Jesus, I am not worthy to have you come under my roof, but only say the word, and my servant will be healed.”
Can you find yourself in this story about a centurion asking Jesus to heal his servant? The officer says he’s not worthy, just as none of us is worthy. But Jesus redeems us all by grace, a gift of undeserved favor!
The centurion is trying to save Jesus the trouble of coming to his home, but that wouldn’t have bothered Jesus. He frequently dined with tax collectors and sinners! “Healthy people don't need a doctor, but sick people do. I didn't come to invite good people to be my followers.”
Finally, Jesus is the Great Healer. Some of us need physical healing, and we ALL need deliverance from our world’s sin-problem. No matter your situation, Jesus is the best answer! He’ll take your hand and walk with you through the valley, and you’ll be better off because of his intervention. That’s what the Bible teaches, that’s Good News, and that gives us hope!
Blessings and safety to all today,
Pastor Norton Lawellin
Jesus in the City Fellowship
3249 30th Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 55406
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