Marvelous, Amazing Grace

I. EXPOSITION FOR SCRIPTURAL CONTEXT, Luke 7:1-50

The Beautiful Gospel Picture

A. Gospel Expression from Luke 7

1. reviving power of Christ, vv1-10
2. resurrection power of Christ, vv11-17
3. reassuring power of Christ, vv18-35
4. remitting power of Christ, vv36-50

B. Gospel Exposition of Luke 7:1-10

1. fatal sickness evinces gospel opportunity, vv1-5
2. faith expressed by centurion, vv6-8
3. faith extolled by Christ, v9
4. favor extended by Christ, v10

C. Gospel Empowerment for Luke 7:1-10

1. who this Christ is
2. what this Christ came to do

II. EXHORTATION FROM THE SERMON TEXT, Luke 7:2-8

The Blessed Gospel Proclamation

A. Centurion's Request

1. unworthiness before Christ (grace), vv6-7a
   a. apprehended Christ's holiness
   b. apprehended his own unworthiness
2. understanding of Christ's authority, vv7b-8
   a. believed Christ was able to heal (powerful)
   b. believed Christ was willing to heal (merciful)

B. Christ's Response, Luke 7:9-10

1. the marvel, θαυμαζω (thaumadzo), v9
   a. faith, πιστις (pistis)
   b. admiration of grace
2. the miracle, vv2-10

C. Christian Reflection

1. marvelous, amazing grace
2. moved to pray in faith