This centurion had faith in the Lord Jesus! The Lord said He had not seen so great a faith in all of Israel!! Are we willing to trust our bank accounts, our financial advisors, our friends, and our own limited knowledge – MORE THAN WE WILL TRUST THE UNLIMITED LORD! Our time is stolen away when we misplace our trust in someone or something more than God.
Devastation of leprosy goes deeper than these things. Many families who genuinely loved a leprous relative would most likely be tempted to contact them and show them they were not forgotten, and they are loved. However, Numbers 5:2-3 declared that anyone who touched a leper would also become unclean – and the same isolation rules would then be applied to them. What does Jesus do to the leper?
I am certain we can all agree that a life-threatening storm, a demon possessed man, a 12-year health crisis, and the death of a 12-year-old girl are distractions that overwhelm with discouragements! No doubt many here feel surrounded by distractions and discouragements. Take note of the Lord’s admonishment in verse 50 – Do not be afraid, only believe!
