ONLY SAY THE WORD

“Lord, I am not worthy to have you enter under my roof; 

only say the word and my servant will be healed."

Matthew 8:8

The centurion understands the power of a command because he is both a man under authority and a man who wields authority over others. It is the same with the Word of God. It has the power to fulfil us, which we understand little. Yet, we do not have to understand the power; all we have to do is believe in it. Let us resolve to never nullify the power of the Word of God in our lives. Let us believe in it and live it to the best of our ability. (Kerygma)

“Amen, I say to you, in no one in Israel have I found such faith."

Matthew 8:10

 

This synthesis of faith was not made to accord with human opinions, but rather what was of the greatest importance was gathered from all the Scriptures, to present the one teaching of the faith in its entirety. And just as the mustard seed contains a great number of branches in a tiny grain, so too this summary of faith encompassed in a few words the whole knowledge of the true religion contained in the Old and the New Testaments. (St. Cyril of Jerusalem)

Lord, I am not worthy to receive you but only say the word and I shall be healed. By your word, I was created and came to be. Your word brings delight to my heart for it speaks of the love and goodness you have for me. It sums up everything that is in me for only by your word can I be made full and complete.

Today, I pray for all the persons of authority who lives by faith in you. Restore them and give them their heart's desire. Make them true instruments and channel of your blessings most especially to the poor and needy. May the authority you have given them be put into good use for the praise and glory of your name.

All these I humbly ask and pray in Jesus Name. Amen.

Published: December 3, 2012 - 6:59 AM