syrophoenician woman

Would your faith withstand a face-off against age-old traditions? It's a tightrope walk that many believers navigate, and today, we're unmasking the humor and the gravity found within Scripture's pages. Our journey through Mark 7 reveals the candid clash between Jesus and the Pharisees—a group caught up in the snare of tradition over divine commandments. As we peel back the layers of cultural customs versus biblical truths, we grapple with contemporary church dilemmas such as inclusion and the acceptance of diverse individuals, guided by the light of Scripture rather than the shadows of human norms.

The episode takes an unexpected turn as we dissect the poignant story of the Syrophoenician woman, whose extraordinary faith challenged societal barriers and won Jesus' affirmation. Her story isn't just a narrative from the past; it casts a spotlight on the potential misuse of Scriptures to bolster prejudice and the imperative need for context in biblical interpretation. Wrapping up, we extend our heartfelt thanks to you, our listeners, for embarking on this thought-provoking expedition with us. Your participation and insights are the lifeblood of our discussions, and we eagerly anticipate your input on our social media and YouTube channels, as we all strive to discern God's plan in our daily lives.

Mark 7 focuses on Jesus confronting the religious leaders about their hypocritical traditions and teachings. He criticizes their emphasis on external rituals while neglecting matters of the heart and genuine obedience to God's commandments. This chapter highlights Jesus' emphasis on inner purity and the importance of sincere devotion over mere outward appearances. His teachings challenge the religious norms of the time, urging followers to prioritize a genuine relationship with God rather than adhering strictly to tradition.

In Mark 7, Jesus engages in a discourse about the true source of defilement, explaining that it is not what enters a person from the outside but what comes from within the heart that defiles. He emphasizes the importance of purity of heart and condemns the Pharisees' hypocrisy in upholding ceremonial laws while neglecting justice and mercy. Jesus' teachings in this chapter underscore the deeper spiritual significance behind the Mosaic laws and call his followers to a higher standard of righteousness based on genuine love for God and others.

Furthermore, Mark 7 records Jesus' encounter with a Syrophoenician woman, highlighting the universality of his mission. Despite initial reluctance, Jesus acknowledges her faith and heals her daughter, demonstrating his compassion extends beyond the boundaries of ethnicity or social status. This chapter reveals Jesus' radical inclusivity and challenges societal norms of exc

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In the final teaching of this 3 part series, Joseph Sissac breaks down the only two times Jesus declared that someone had great FAITH. What was it about the faith of two Gentiles that caused Jesus to marvel at their faith? You'll find out in Just Faith It Part 3, and you'll learn how you also can walk with Great Faith. Faith doesn't have to be  complex or difficult. The walk of faith should be adventurous, exciting, transforming and fulfilling. 

Get ready to take your faith walk to the next level in this teaching and share it with someone else who needs to learn more about walking by FAITH. 

156 – Do you remember the story about the Syrophoenician woman who asked Jesus to heal her daughter?

Have you ever wondered why Jesus was so incredibly inclusive of all types of people is in his ministry? 

I mean, think about it. Jesus talked to every sort of person there was to talk to: the rich, the poor, the holy, the humble, the sinner, the self-righteous. It didn’t matter to him if someone was of high or low social and religious status. What he cared about was if someone was receptive to who he was and his message of the kingdom of heaven. 

And Jesus didn’t only minister to people of the Jewish faith. He often broke the social and religious boundaries by talking to non-Jewish people.

In this week's episode, I focus on how Jesus interacted with the Greek woman who was a Syrian Phoenician. There are some important things to keep in mind:

• Matthew and Mark both recount this story, but they each give details the other leaves out
• Matthew says Jesus didn't even respond at first to her plea for help
• Jesus disciples were bothered by her presence and wanted Jesus to get rid of her
• Jesus saw an opportunity for healing; the disciples did not
• Jesus basically calls the woman a dog
• The word he used for dog actually meant a little dog, a lap dog, or pet. It was a term of endearment, not an insult
• The woman picked up on this. The "dogs under the table" are pets, members of the family and the woman realized Jesus was including her as worthy to be healed.
• Jesus was "the bread of life" and did not deny this woman this bread
• He healed her daughter

How was Jesus able to see this as an opportunity for healing when no one else did? How can we see these kinds of things as opportunities for healing?

Jesus knew his message of the kingdom of heaven and salvation was for all mankind. What is he teaching us about heaven in this story? What is he showing us about how his church should treat people who are rejected by social, cultural, and religious tradition?

This encounter is actually prophetic of how the Gospel would be shared with the non-Jewish world relatively soon after Jesus ascended.

How could Jesus love the social outcasts, and even the foreigners who worshiped false gods? What was he thinking? 

Whatever it was, we need to think like he did. We need to love like he did. We need to, and can, see every situation as an opportunity to bear witness to the healing power of God. Even when it’s awkward, uncomfortable, or difficult. 
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Have you ever feel like an outsider living in a desperate world? As the Syrophoenician woman in Mark 7 discovers, the good news of Jesus Christ crosses borders and boundaries, bringing hope to many "outsiders."  Awakening hope in us, this good news also activates that hope, stirring us into action, even infusing our hearts with an unoffendable determination! Most importantly, the gospel gives us a sure foundation on which our hope can stand: Christ himself. Come to him.