1. Jesus finished saying all these things to the people. Then he went into Capernaum.
2. In Capernaum there was an army officer. He had a servant who was very sick; he was near death. The officer loved the servant very much.
3. When he heard about Jesus, he sent some older Jewish leaders to him. He wanted the men to ask Jesus to come and save the life of his servant.
4. The men went to Jesus. They begged Jesus to help the officer. They said, “This officer is worthy to have your help.