The leper in Matthew 8 said to Jesus, “Lord, if you are willing, you can make me clean” (v. 2). The leper had no reservations when it came to Christ’s ability. But he was reluctant to presume upon Christ’s will. Notice that Jesus doesn’t rebuke him for his doubts, as if it were a shortcoming in his faith that might jeopardize his healing. He healed him because of his confidence that he could do it.
