Why Jesus Called This Woman a Dog: The Mark Series Part 24 (7:24-30)

Modern people sometimes flip out because of misunderstanding what Jesus said to this woman. On the other hand, this passage does have something that is offensive to those who are blinded by entitlement and think that the grace of God is something they deserve. I ask that you suspend forming an immediate opinion about why Jesus referred to this woman (and Gentiles in general) as "dogs" and you take the time to really understand what Jesus was saying because it has important application into our relationship with God and our theology of the Old Testament.

[statesrights]

I was once proud and arrogant.. I worked for years with physical problems.. but... "I worked" and all the time I was working I was judging others who were not.. "Must be nice to sit home and get paid on welfare while I work so they can have cable TV!" would be my favorite thing to rant.. Then I got sick and it didn't let up.. I was missing so much work and it was putting me in the hospital.. now to be fair.. I was going to church at this time in my life and had considered myself to being a follower of Christ.. but things didn't get any better and as time went by with me missing so much work.. we were unable to pay our bills and that also included the house.. we kept trying to get the banks to help us but I was making too much money (in truth I was making no money due to no time for missing work with vacation days...) long story short... my doctor and I talked about me going on disability.. as I started that.. I had to go to welfare to get help.. still.. the fact that we were going to lose the house and we had NO where to go.. My pride and foolishness drove us both the end of our ropes.. I wasn't suicidal but I didn't want to live.. soon they came and took the car.. we had no way of getting food then.. I remember lying in bed with a heart so heave it hurt.. I finally called out to God. I told he I couldn't fix this problem and that if he would take care of my wife I would be happy for it and that I was sorry for my sin.. the church we as attending had shut it's doors and though good friends did help as much as they could.. it just wasn't enough.. then the day came with the call from the bank came.. and God made a way for us too keep the home!! friends of ours gave us a car *that's still running after all these years!!* I remember reading the book of Job.. I wanted to know why God did what he did too Job.. and at the end.. God's answer was simple... he asked Job... "Where were you when I laid the foundations of the world?" .. how far had this proud man fallen... and yet.. like Peter walking on the water... Jesus had reached out his hand and pulled me up!!! I'm now on disability and yes.. we have the internet.. O.o.. God meets our needs and is kind enough to let us enjoy somethings in life.. we have food on our table and yes.. the old car is still running us down the road for now.. I made good money back in my day.. no so much now.. but we have what we need.. I got Baptized just this last year.. all this being said.... Good Preaching and to all who read this... Please feel free to learn from my dumb mistakes... God Bless

[Kiki-fele]

So true. I teared up hearing this. I was a dog once (not the good one) and then God saved me and adopted me. How merciful!

[pamdelaney]

Thanks Mike! I needed this. I have been slack in my prayers for my "agnostic" husband to find Christ Jesus. (I was too...until about six years ago....in our 18 year marriage). He grew up Catholic and defends that, but not Christ Jesus. I knew I needed to continue in my prayers ...though may not be answered the way I think they should be. Sigh...please pray for me...that I lose the pride that keeps me from trusting God more. I know He is good and very, very, very patient. I praise Him for we'd all be lost. God bless and much love to my brothers and sisters in Christ Jesus!

[Ruben-xe]

Hi Mike. I'm a pastor that has to preach on this passage this coming Sunday. Your sermon was super helpful to me during my preparation. God bless you and your ministry. =)

[lukemartin]

Mike thank you for using your gift of teaching to build up the Church. It's a blessing

[nixthelapin]

As my pastor once said, “Mercy is giving people what they need, not what they deserve.”

[atuamato]

I pray you’ll never be compromised and always preach the truth according to God’s words. May God strengthen you and keep you humble for his honour and glory. God bless you brother

[thdayadventist]

This passage is also found in Matthew. I didn't know for the longest what this passage meant. But about a month ago, I was reading the gospels and I came across this passage. My eyes were opened and I love this passage. Even us Gentiles are part of God's Kingdom. "I will have a people that are not my people". 🙂
This passage is a foreshadowing of God's people.

[ethantan]

🔥🔥 this is a really great sermon, structured, clear, and well said. Appreciate what God is doing in you, and I really look forward to watching other videos you have.

[summercordon]

"Jesus was led by his mission and not by the crowds." So important!

[socgeo]

Pastor Mike thank you so much for this message! Even in the church there is so much pride that prevents us from growing and receiving. As believers we still need the correct posture before Jesus. "I don't deserve you Jesus, but I need you."

[droxnollette]

Thanks so much, Mike!I have introduced my sons and their families to your channel. We are South Africans in Johannesburg. God bless you always!

[Rawjugga]

Thank you Pastor Mike, for a wonderful exegesis of the scripture. God bless you and keep you, I have been so blessed by your ministry. To God be the glory, Amen.

[beverlydevriesburrows]

Thank you. This is the first complete teaching I've heard in 50 years. I now understand and can explain it to others!

[kathleens.laroche]

The best teaching I’ve ever heard on this. Thanks!

[thadofalltrades]

Really loved this teaching. I didn't know about the multiple Greek words for dog and the specific one Jesus used here that means pet. Really changes the atmosphere of this passage.

[soberthinking]

Great Teaching! Thank you, Pastor Winger.
The Lord upholdeth all that fall, and raiseth up all those that be bowed down. ~ Psalm 145:14

[coleizquierdo]

Thank you Mike for your thoughtful, correct, and gentle explanations and defenses of the bible. In a world full of false teachers and attacks on the faith you really have shown yourself to be a worker approved by God. God bless you!

[marisa]

Just stumbled on this and glad I did. This passage is one I have longed struggled to fully understand. This is the most thorough study I have heard on it. I finally get it. Thank you!

[emsdiy]

Thank you thank you thank you God Bless you I know you're not perfect but I know God speaks through you cuz I have peace when I hear things explained the way you explain them God bless your ministry you're doing a great job