The Wise Woman with Faith

Mat 15:22-28 The Story of the Canaanite Woman.

Most people thought that Jesus was being rude to the woman. Some think that Jesus said those things to trigger faith in her.

I think that Jesus was just telling the truth. He was sent at that time to the loss of Israel and he could do nothing for the outsiders (called dogs by the Jews then ). The woman was smart and persistent enough to extend the promise of God so that she could benefit from it. Her faith and reasoning were so good that the demon had no ground to accuse God of being unfair.

 

Here we have a person who is outside the blessings of God, not supposed to have the rights, and yet gain her blessings. Many of us have so many promises from God and yet we fail to enjoy those blessings and rights that Jesus Christ has obtained for us.

Implications for Believers:

• Combining Faith with Wisdom:
  This story teaches that while faith is fundamental, applying wisdom, logic, and understanding in our approach to God can be powerful. The woman’s strategy involved not just belief but also insightful dialogue with Jesus.
• Persistence and Creativity in Prayer:
  Her interaction with Jesus encourages believers to be persistent and creative in their prayers, using all available means to communicate their faith and needs.
• Recognizing God’s Abundance:
  The woman’s analogy highlights the abundance of God’s blessings. Even the "crumbs" from God’s table are powerful enough to bring healing and deliverance, emphasizing the sufficiency of God’s grace for all.