So Jesus went with them. He was not far from the house when the centurion sent friends to say to him: "Lord, don't trouble yourself, for I do not deserve to have you come under my roof. That is why I did not even consider myself worthy to come to you. But say the word, and my servant will be healed. For I myself am a man under authority, with soldiers under me. I tell this one, 'Go,' and he goes; and that one, 'Come,' and he comes. I say to my servant, 'Do this,' and he does it." When Jesus heard this, he was amazed at him, and turning to the crowd following him, he said, "I tell you, I have not found such great faith even in Israel." (Luke 7:6-9 NIV)
Prayer: LORD, if understanding authority is part of faith, then I want to understand more of Your authority and how it works. Help me to believe that You have both the authority to enforce what You say, and the ability and willingness to do it. I want to believe, without doubt, that You will do all that You have promised - for me. Thank You for Your great patience with me as I grow. In Jesus' name, Amen.