Luke 7:1-10 Mark 6:1-6 Jesus “Marveled”

“N ow when He concluded all His sayings in the hearing of the people, He entered Capernaum. And a certain centurion's servant, who was dear to him, was sick and ready to die. So when he heard about Jesus, he sent elders of the Jews to Him, pleading with Him to come and heal his servant. And when they came to Jesus, they begged Him earnestly, saying that the one for whom He should do this was deserving, "for he loves our nation, and has built us a synagogue.” Then Jesus went with them. And when He was already not far from the house, the centurion sent friends to Him, saying to 1. He “Marveled” at Faith - 1. He “Marveled” at Faith - Lk 7:1-10

“ Him, "Lord, do not trouble Yourself, for I am not worthy that You should enter under my roof. Therefore I did not even think myself worthy to come to You. But say the word, and my servant will be healed. For I also am a man placed under authority, having soldiers under me. And I say to one, 'Go,' and he goes; and to another, 'Come,' and he comes; and to my servant, 'Do this,' and he does it." When Jesus heard these things, He marveled at him, and turned around and said to the crowd that followed Him, "I say to you, I have not found such great faith, not even in Israel!“ And those who were sent, returning to the house, found the servant well who had been sick. 1. He “Marveled” at Faith - 1. He “Marveled” at Faith - Lk 7:1-10

 Roman Centurion  Battle-hardened, crusty soldiers who lived a hard, “regimented” life  Rose up through the ranks to command 100  The “backbone” of the Roman army  Roman Centurion  Battle-hardened, crusty soldiers who lived a hard, “regimented” life  Rose up through the ranks to command 100  The “backbone” of the Roman army 1. He “Marveled” at Faith - 1. He “Marveled” at Faith - Lk 7:1-10

 Roman Centurion  The Jews despised their presence in Judea and Galilee…an “occupying force”  Usually thoughtless & indifferent towards others…couldn’t afford to be “soft”  Roman Centurion  The Jews despised their presence in Judea and Galilee…an “occupying force”  Usually thoughtless & indifferent towards others…couldn’t afford to be “soft” 1. He “Marveled” at Faith - 1. He “Marveled” at Faith - Lk 7:1-10

 None of these describe this centurion 1. He “Marveled” at Faith - 1. He “Marveled” at Faith - Lk 7:1-10  He genuinely cared for others v. 2  He had been thoughtful of the Jews…they appreciated him vs. 4-5  He was very humble vs He didn’t want Jesus to “trouble Himself” 2.Compare to Martha & Mary Jn 11:21, 32  He truly understood authority vs. 7-8  He believed Jesus had the “power” to effectively command from a distance  He genuinely cared for others v. 2  He had been thoughtful of the Jews…they appreciated him vs. 4-5  He was very humble vs He didn’t want Jesus to “trouble Himself” 2.Compare to Martha & Mary Jn 11:21, 32  He truly understood authority vs. 7-8  He believed Jesus had the “power” to effectively command from a distance

 None of these describe this centurion 1. He “Marveled” at Faith - 1. He “Marveled” at Faith - Lk 7:1-10  He truly understood authority vs. 7-8  He believed Jesus had the “power” to effectively command from a distance  He truly understood authority vs. 7-8  He believed Jesus had the “power” to effectively command from a distance

 At such faith, Jesus “marveled” v. 9  He was not surprised…He was “impressed”  He appreciated such strong conviction  All the more “refreshing”…He was opposed in His own home town Lk 4:16-30  This centurion’s faith was exactly what Jesus had hoped to find in Israel  At such faith, Jesus “marveled” v. 9  He was not surprised…He was “impressed”  He appreciated such strong conviction  All the more “refreshing”…He was opposed in His own home town Lk 4:16-30  This centurion’s faith was exactly what Jesus had hoped to find in Israel 1. He “Marveled” at Faith - 1. He “Marveled” at Faith - Lk 7:1-10

 Do you have this faith?  A total belief in Jesus’ authority v. 3  Would Jesus “marvel” at your faith?  Would He be “impressed” or “appreciate” how your faith stands out from the world around you? During times of trouble?  Do you have this faith?  A total belief in Jesus’ authority v. 3  Would Jesus “marvel” at your faith?  Would He be “impressed” or “appreciate” how your faith stands out from the world around you? During times of trouble? 1. He “Marveled” at Faith - 1. He “Marveled” at Faith - Lk 7:1-10

“ Then He went out from there and came to His own country, and His disciples followed Him. And when the Sabbath had come, He began to teach in the synagogue. And many hearing Him were astonished, saying, "Where did this Man get these things? And what wisdom is this which is given to Him, that such mighty works are performed by His hands! Is this not the carpenter, the Son of Mary, and brother of James, Joses, Judas, and Simon? And are not His sisters here with us?" So they were offended at Him. But Jesus 2. He “Marveled” at Unbelief - 2. He “Marveled” at Unbelief - Mk. 6:1-6

“ said to them, "A prophet is not without honor except in his own country, among his own relatives, and in his own house.“ Now He could do no mighty work there, except that He laid His hands on a few sick people and healed them. And He marveled because of their unbelief.” 2. He “Marveled” at Unbelief - 2. He “Marveled” at Unbelief - Mk. 6:1-6

 The 2nd rejection at Nazareth cp. Lk 4 2. He “Marveled” at Unbelief - 2. He “Marveled” at Unbelief - Mk. 6:1-6  They “took offense” at the outward signs of His power v. 3  They just couldn’t believe this was truly who they recognized Him to be vs He had displayed His ability Lk 2:41-47, 52 2.Now supplying ample evidence to believe  They “took offense” at the outward signs of His power v. 3  They just couldn’t believe this was truly who they recognized Him to be vs He had displayed His ability Lk 2:41-47, 52 2.Now supplying ample evidence to believe

 At such unbelief, Jesus “marveled” v He “Marveled” at Unbelief - 2. He “Marveled” at Unbelief - Mk. 6:1-6  He was not surprised, but had to be very disappointed and disheartened  They were supposed to be religious people  He was “powerless” to do anymore signs there v. 5  He was not surprised, but had to be very disappointed and disheartened  They were supposed to be religious people  He was “powerless” to do anymore signs there v. 5 1.Not because He was personally unable 2.Because they were not receptive (Jesus required faith in recipient of aid) 1.Not because He was personally unable 2.Because they were not receptive (Jesus required faith in recipient of aid)

 Especially sad in light of Rom 3:1-2  The Jews’ “advantage” made them “responsible” Lk 12:48  Applications  We are indeed a spiritually blessed people Eph 1:3  Also materially blessed with obligations  Especially sad in light of Rom 3:1-2  The Jews’ “advantage” made them “responsible” Lk 12:48  Applications  We are indeed a spiritually blessed people Eph 1:3  Also materially blessed with obligations 2. He “Marveled” at Unbelief - 2. He “Marveled” at Unbelief - Mk. 6:1-6 “What advantage then has the Jew, or what is the profit of circumcision? Much in every way! Chiefly because to them were committed the oracles of God” “Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places in Christ”

 Applications  Lifestyle should make prioritizing easy - Would the Lord “marvel” at how crowded we’ve made our lives?  Comfortable buildings make assembling easy - Would the Lord “marvel” at some of our excuses for not faithfully attending each time the doors are open?  Applications  Lifestyle should make prioritizing easy - Would the Lord “marvel” at how crowded we’ve made our lives?  Comfortable buildings make assembling easy - Would the Lord “marvel” at some of our excuses for not faithfully attending each time the doors are open? 3. What would Jesus “Marvel” about us?

 Applications  Multiple copies of the Bible should help make us more knowledgeable  Would the Lord “marvel” at how little we seem to know?  Would the Lord “marvel” at how we live?  Applications  Multiple copies of the Bible should help make us more knowledgeable  Would the Lord “marvel” at how little we seem to know?  Would the Lord “marvel” at how we live? 3. What would Jesus “Marvel” about us?

 Would He appreciate our faith?  Like the centurion, do we recognize our own unworthiness to be in His presence?  And like the centurion, do we have absolute trust in His abilities and authority?  Would He appreciate our faith?  Like the centurion, do we recognize our own unworthiness to be in His presence?  And like the centurion, do we have absolute trust in His abilities and authority? 3. What would Jesus “Marvel” about us?

 Would He be disappointed at our unbelief?  Like the Jews, we’ve been exposed to Him, His teaching, and power  And like the Jews, do we continue to resist and reject His will for our lives? Let the Lord “marvel” for the right reason  Would He be disappointed at our unbelief?  Like the Jews, we’ve been exposed to Him, His teaching, and power  And like the Jews, do we continue to resist and reject His will for our lives? Let the Lord “marvel” for the right reason 3. What would Jesus “Marvel” about us?

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