Luke 7:8–9 (ESV) — 8 For I too am a man set under authority, with
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.” 9 When Jesus heard these things, he marveled at him, and turning to the
crowd that followed him, said, “I tell you, not even in Israel have I found
such faith.”
NOTE: There is faith
that marvels and there is faith that pleases. Jesus was amazed at the man's
faith in the power of Jesus' word or
command. In Hebrews, it says that faith that pleases God acknowledges
his existence and believes he is a rewarder of those who love him. Pleasing
faith goes one step further, believing whatever the result, God cares and has
my best interest at heart. Pleasing faith includes the belief that God exists, like the
Centurion. But pleasing faith also believes God cares. Both aspects of faith
are difficult. But maybe the most difficult is believing in God's care when God
does not answer your prayers as you wish.
PRAYER: Father,
forgive me for my unbelief. My flesh yearns for comfort. It does not know how
to not worry. I know that I am to cast my cares upon you. I know that prayer
provides the peace of God. I know. And yet I still struggle with the fears of
my flesh. Comfort me. Give me hope. Provide your peace.
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