[S] Matthew 8:10 --
10 Now when Jesus heard this, He marveled and said to those who were following, "Truly I say to you, I have not found such great faith with anyone in Israel.
[O] What a statement from Jesus! This centurion's faith marveled Jesus not because of his knowledge of the Bible, or how much he gave to the poor, but because he was able to apply the simple truth of authority which he was familiar with. He wasn't even a Jew (i.e., who knew a lot about God). He converted his practice of authority to believing in Jesus as the one with the full authority. He gave Jesus the blank check.
[A] First I felt jealous about the centurion's faith getting the praise from Jesus. Then I realized how selfish my faith comes down to be. I really need to learn how to empty my own agenda in order to fully recognize His authority over my life and all that's around me.
[P] Dear Jesus, my faith may not get get such a praise as this centurion but may my faith stay pure, sincerely seeking to bring out Your authority in my life as I ask in Your name. Amen.
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