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Chain of Command

by PamFord Davis  
3/27/2023 / Devotionals

“A centurion’s slave, who was highly valued by him, was sick and about to die. When the centurion heard about Jesus, he sent some Jewish elders to Him, requesting Him to come and save the life of his slave. When they reached Jesus, they pleaded with Him earnestly, saying, ‘He is worthy for You to grant this, because he loves our nation and has built us a synagogue.’ Jesus went with them, and when He was not far from the house, the centurion sent friends to tell Him, ‘Lord, don’t trouble Yourself, since I am not worthy to have You come under my roof. That is why I didn’t even consider myself worthy to come to You. But say the word, and my servant will be cured (Luke 7:2-7 HCSB).”

The centurion was familiar with military chain of command.

“For I too am a man placed under authority, having soldiers under my command.I say to this one, ‘Go!’ and he goes; and to another, ‘Come!’ and he comes; and to my slave, ‘Do this!’ and he does it (Luke 7:8 HCSB).”

Jesus is the Alpha and Omega of authority. He is commander and Chief Shepherd.

“Jesus heard this and was amazed at him, and turning to the crowd following Him, He said, ‘I tell you, I have not found so great a faith even in Israel!’ When those who had been sent returned to the house, they found the slave in good health (Luke 7:9-10 HCSB).”

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