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Describe The Pivotal Points In The Book Of Jesus Ministry

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The first few words in Luke 7 mark a pivotal point in the book of Luke. It is in this chapter that Jesus’ ministry progresses to include, not only the Jews, but also the Gentiles. This can be seen in the first verse with the word “finished” (7:1), which translated from the Greek means “fulfilled”. When Jesus had fulfilled what he wanted to say to the Jewish people, he was now ready to expand his ministry to include the Gentiles. It is also interesting to note that this inclusion of the Gentiles happens in Capernaum, where Jesus ministry to the Jews started (Mark 1:21, Luke 4:14, 23); and explains how the Centurion knew of Jesus healing power.
Jesus ministry to the Gentiles starts with a Roman Centurion (vv. 2), and we are told he had a slave …show more content…

They relay a message in the Centurions’ own words, of his unworthiness to have Jesus at his house. This is in sharp contrast to the previous verses where his worthiness is highlighted. So far in the pericope Luke has shown the compassion and generosity of this man and now he highlights his humility. The Centurion addresses Jesus as Lord, which seems to indicate a high regard for his position, acknowledging it is above even his own. The word “Lord” was used to refer not only to God, but to someone with a socially superior status. The Centurion feels unworthy because he is a Gentile, and if Jesus came to his house it would make Him unclean. Being unclean would require extra bathing on the part of Jesus and the Centurion does not want to trouble Jesus. Luke again shows us another facet of the Centurion, he is considerate and …show more content…

Because he himself is under authority and has those who are subject to him, he understands the chain of command and the repercussions when a command is disobeyed. A Centurion was the commander of about 100 men, and very important from a military standpoint. He was responsible for the administration, training and discipline of the men subject to him. He was under the authority of the senator (commander of the legion) and the senator was answerable only to the emperor. Because he is obeyed just by speaking a word, he has confidence that Jesus only need to say the “word” (logos) and the healing will be done. Comparable to the backing of the Roman Army behind the Centurions’ words, “Jesus bears in virtue of His relationship to God the (much more comprehensive) authority that is

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