Event
The centurion’s servant
The greatest faith
A Roman officer trusts only in Jesus’ word from a distance; “I have not found anyone in Israel with such great faith.”
A Roman with rare faith
A Roman officer asks for his servant to be healed, but says he is unworthy to have Jesus in his house: 'just say the word'.
The faith that amazes Jesus
Jesus 'marveled' and declares: 'I have not found anyone in Israel with such great faith'. A Gentile understands Jesus' authority better than many.
Did you know?
- It is one of the two times the Gospels say Jesus 'marveled'. Matthew 8:10
Where to read in the Bible
- Matthew 8:5–13
Connections
- done by Jesus of Nazareth · stated in the text · Matthew 8:13
- theme of Faith · stated in the text · Matthew 8:10
- in Capernaum · stated in the text · Matthew 8:5