Luke 7:1-10

The text before us focuses upon a Roman soldier, a centurion, and his request that Jesus heal his servant who appeared to be about to die. There is much to be gleaned from the centurion’s attitude and actions.

Centurions were officers who headed guard units of close to one hundred men. Roman soldiers and their officers came with a reputation. They were extremely well disciplined and were feared for their brute force. They…