JAMB Christian Religious Studies 2003 Question 30

Question 30

Miracles of Jesus

Jesus did not go with the centurion to heal his servant because he

  1. A.exhibited great faith
  2. B.spoke to Jesus as a man under authority
  3. C.was not worthy for Jesus to come under his roof
  4. D.was a Gentile.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (was not worthy for Jesus to come under his roof)

Explanation

The centurion said, "Lord, I am not worthy to have you come under my roof; only say the word" (Matthew 8:8), so Jesus healed the servant from a distance.