2025, August 18th

Word for Today: As You Believe, So Be It

“Go; let it be done for you as you have believed.” – Matthew 8:13

In today’s passage, we meet a Roman centurion—a man of power, prestige, and influence who commanded many soldiers. At this time, Rome ruled Judea with great authority, and Roman soldiers were often viewed as oppressors. Yet something about Jesus captured the centurion’s attention and began to soften his heart.

He observed Jesus closely. He saw compassion in His teaching, authority in His miracles, and a power that was not of this world. What others overlooked, the centurion believed.

When his servant lay paralyzed and suffering, the centurion came forward in faith and appealed to Jesus for healing. Jesus immediately responded, “I will come and heal him.” But the centurion replied, “Lord, I am not worthy to have you come under my roof, but only say the word, and my servant will be healed.” Though he was a man of authority, he recognized that Jesus’ authority was far greater—authority over sickness, over suffering, and over all creation.

With only a few brief encounters, he grasped a truth that even many of Jesus’ own people missed. Jesus marveled at his faith and declared: “Go; let it be done for you as you have believed.” At that very moment, the servant was healed.

• The centurion believed Jesus has authority over sickness.

• The centurion believed Jesus is full of compassion.

• The centurion believed that when you ask, you will receive.

So, where is your belief today? Is it in your position, your family, your resources, or your own strength? Or is it anchored in Jesus—the One who holds true authority and compassion?

Today’s word invites us to come forward like the centurion. Lay aside who you are, and remember who Jesus is. If you place your belief in your own wisdom and power, you will remain lying in suffering. But when you place your belief in Jesus, His Word brings breakthrough, healing, and hope.

As you believe, so shall it be done for you.

Prayer:

Lord, thank You for Your compassion toward us. Please give us faith that brings breakthrough in our lives. In Jesus’ name, we ask. Amen.