Mat 8:5 | MHM | STEP | Christ Heals the Centurion's Servant This section tells how Jesus healed the servant of a Roman centurion in Capernaum. The story highlights the centurion’s faith, humility, and care for his servant, as well as Jesus’ compassion and power. It also teaches about God’s grace reaching both Jews and Gentiles, and the importance of faith over outward status or background. v. 5–6 : When Jesus entered Capernaum, a centurion—a Roman officer in charge of many soldiers—came to him. Even though he was a Gentile and a soldier, he showed great respect for Jesus. The centurion was very concerned about his servant, who was at home paralyzed and suffering terribly. Instead of sending a messenger, the centurion came himself, showing his care and humility. He believed that Jesus could help, even when doctors couldn’t.

‏ Matthew 8:5

Christ Heals the Centurion's Servant

This section tells how Jesus healed the servant of a Roman centurion in Capernaum. The story highlights the centurion’s faith, humility, and care for his servant, as well as Jesus’ compassion and power. It also teaches about God’s grace reaching both Jews and Gentiles, and the importance of faith over outward status or background.

v. 5–6: When Jesus entered Capernaum, a centurion—a Roman officer in charge of many soldiers—came to him. Even though he was a Gentile and a soldier, he showed great respect for Jesus. The centurion was very concerned about his servant, who was at home paralyzed and suffering terribly. Instead of sending a messenger, the centurion came himself, showing his care and humility. He believed that Jesus could help, even when doctors couldn’t.