The centurion genuinely cared for his servant. This servant of his was not simply a disposable person in his household. He cared about this nameless servant and sought God’s healing power. He trusted in the power of Christ to heal the servant even from afar.
Who, during this Advent season, can you bring to Christ in prayer? Who do you know that may be sick, physically, emotionally, spiritually, and is need of the healing power of Christ? Is it a relative? A friend? A politician? Is it the mailman? Is it the teen you saw at the mall this weekend? Is it someone you heard about on the news, a blog, or in the paper? Do you know someone that you are reasonably sure has no one to pray for them?
Be the centurion for that person over the next four weeks. During this time of Advent bring this person each day to Jesus in prayer. Trust in his healing power with the faith of that centurion and you too will amaze Jesus. Wouldn’t that be a nice gift to give the King!
James M. Hahn, Author 