And he was saying, “Lord, my servant is lying paralyzed at home and is suffering greatly.”
In this passage the centurion expresses his deep concern about his servant’s condition. He comes to Jesus as Lord, fully trusting in His power. The centurion’s servant was paralyzed, meaning he was completely unable to move, and his suffering was severe. The centurion’s attitude shows that he is caring toward his servant, which was rare for people who held positions of authority at that time. He not only pays attention to his servant’s health, but also comes to Jesus in faith, asking for His help, bearing witness to his faith and humility.