THE BIG GAME

This message challenges us to examine the size and boldness of our faith through the remarkable story of a Roman centurion in Luke 7. Here was an outsider—a soldier from an occupying force hated by the Jewish people—who demonstrated such extraordinary faith that Jesus himself was astonished. The centurion believed that Jesus didn't even need to be physically present to heal his servant; a single word spoken from a distance would be enough. This raises a powerful question for each of us: when was the last time our faith amazed God? We're invited to move beyond playing it safe in our spiritual lives and instead adopt a quarterback mentality—believing that anything is possible with God. The message confronts our tendency to live with foggy faith, making excuses about our unworthiness or doubts, when God is calling us to step out of our comfort zones. Whether it's praying bold prayers for healing, restoration in relationships, provision in our finances, or salvation for loved ones, we're challenged to believe that the same God who performed miracles in Scripture is still active today. The centurion understood authority—he knew that when someone with true power speaks, things happen. Are we enrolled in this University of Authority, trusting that when God speaks a word over our lives, it will come to pass? This isn't about manifesting our own desires, but about humbly surrendering to God's will while believing He can do immeasurably more than we ask or imagine.