New Testament

Luke 7:6

The Clear Bible Translation matches the King James Version, written at a 10th-grade reading level in plain English

At a Glance

In this passage, a centurion, a Roman officer, demonstrates great humility and faith.

Author
Luke the physician
Written
Around AD 60-62
Genre
Gospel and history
Original Audience
Gentile Christians (addressed to Theophilus)
CBTClear Bible Translation

So Jesus went with them. But when he was getting close to the house, the centurion sent friends with a message: "Lord, don't go to the trouble. I'm not worthy to have you come into my home.

KJVKing James Version

Then Jesus went with them. And when he was now not far from the house, the centurion sent friends to him, saying unto him, Lord, trouble not thyself: for I am not worthy that thou shouldest enter under my roof:

Verse Analysis

Plain-English insight for readers

In this passage, a centurion, a Roman officer, demonstrates great humility and faith. He sends friends to Jesus to convey that he does not feel worthy for Jesus to enter his home. This reflects the centurion's understanding of Jesus' authority and power. He believes that Jesus can heal his servant simply by speaking a word, showing his deep faith in Jesus' ability to heal without being physically present. The centurion's attitude highlights the importance of humility before God and recognizing one's own unworthiness. It also illustrates the idea that faith does not require physical proximity to Jesus; belief in His power is sufficient. This moment emphasizes that Jesus is accessible to all, regardless of social status or background, and that true faith can be found in unexpected places.

Key themes

Related topics

humility, authority, healing

How to apply Luke 7:6 to your life

We can learn from the centurion's humility and faith. In our own lives, we should approach God with a humble heart, recognizing our unworthiness while trusting in His power to help us. This encourages us to have faith in God's ability to intervene in our situations, no matter how dire they may seem.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick, clear answers about this verse

What does Luke 7:6 mean?

Luke 7:6 shows a centurion expressing humility and faith by stating he is unworthy for Jesus to enter his home. This reflects his understanding of Jesus' authority to heal without being physically present.

What is the significance of the centurion's humility in Luke 7:6?

The centurion's humility in Luke 7:6 highlights the importance of recognizing one's unworthiness before God. It demonstrates that true faith often comes from those who understand their limitations and trust in God's power.

What does the phrase 'I am not worthy' mean in Luke 7:6?

The phrase 'I am not worthy' in Luke 7:6 signifies the centurion's deep respect for Jesus and acknowledgment of his own limitations. It illustrates a humble attitude that is essential for genuine faith.

How does Luke 7:6 relate to faith?

Luke 7:6 relates to faith by showing that the centurion believes Jesus can heal his servant without being physically present. This illustrates that faith in Jesus' power is what truly matters, regardless of one's social status.

The Book of Luke
Book Summary

The Book of Luke

Luke 1: The Births of John the Baptist and Jesus Foretold

In the days of Herod, king of Judaea, a priest named Zacharias serves in the temple. He and his wife Elisabeth are both righteous but have no children because Elisabeth is barren, and they are both old. While Zacharias burns incense, the angel Gabriel appears to him and says Elisabeth will bear a son who is to be named John. The child will be great before the Lord, will drink no wine or strong drink, and will be filled with the Holy Ghost from his mother's womb. He will turn many of the children of Israel to the Lord their God. Zacharias asks how he can know this, since he and his wife are old. Gabriel says Zacharias will be unable to speak until these things come to pass because he did not believe.

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