Matthew 8:5-10 And when Jesus was entered into Capernaum, there came to him a centurion, beseeching him,… It is sometimes said that religion is not a thing for men. I. Look at this soldier's FAITH. It Was the faith of a man; no sign of weakness or effeminacy. II. Look at this soldier's HUMILITY. It was the humility of a man; not mere subservience, which bends before title, wealth, and perhaps not before God. It is an elevating thing to bend before such a God as ours. III. Look at this soldier's AFFECTION. Human affections not to be sneered at. These are the qualities of true manhood. (A. G. Bowman, M. A.) 1. The duty of masters in relation to their servants. 2. The duty of making intercession on behalf of others at the throne of grace, and the encouragement given thereto. 3. The intimate connection between great faith and great humility. (A. Peebles.) Parallel Verses KJV: And when Jesus was entered into Capernaum, there came unto him a centurion, beseeching him,WEB: When he came into Capernaum, a centurion came to him, asking him, |
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