Journey, an update from Rachelle Sperling 1-17-06

When Jesus heard this, he was astonished and said to those following him, I tell you the truth, I have not found anyone in Israel with such great faith. Matt. 8:10

I've read this verse many times in my life but when I read this recently I paused. The word "astonished" stood out to me. Jesus was astonished with the faith of the Centurion. What a commendation!

I started thinking about how small my faith can be. A million times over God has proven Himself faithful in my life. A million times over He has come through upholding every promise that He has made. Yet, sometimes I let fear rule and I don't allow faith to guide my thoughts and actions. I want to have the faith that this Centurion had, faith that God is powerful. Faith that by His Word, God will accomplish all that He has planned. Faith that I can trust His plans for me today and tomorrow and forever.