Luke 7:4-6

Contemporary English Version

⁴ The leaders went to Jesus and begged him to do something. They said, “This man deserves your help! ⁵ He loves our nation and even built us a synagogue.” ⁶ So Jesus went with them.

When Jesus wasn't far from the house, the officer sent some friends to tell him, “Lord, don't go to any trouble for me! I am not good enough for you to come into my house.