"Yes, Lord, yet even the little dogs under the table eat from the children's crumbs." (Mark 7:28)These are the words which moved Jesus. It was said with such humility, and that was pleasing to God.
Sometimes, when we are asking for favours, do we do so in a demanding manner, especially to our own family members?
We have to remember that we are not deserving of that extra favour in the first place, so whenever we seek someone's help, let us ask in a humble way. Our mindset should be that, that person does not have to help us, and that is only right.
I really do admire the woman's character. Perhaps that's the heart of a mother, who is able to endure the worst comment for her daughter. Anything for her daughter, if there is a chance of her getting well. Even to the extent of being called dogs.
"Let the children be filled first, for it is not good to take the children's bread and throw it to the little dogs." (Mark 7:27)
I would imagine that anyone who is slightly more impulsive or hot-tempered would have started a fight with Jesus already.
"What?? You called me a dog?!"
But this woman did not lose it. She even agreed with Jesus, "Yes, Lord."
Either her mother love is so strong that she is willing to put up with all the ugly remarks, or she really did have faith, knowing where she stands among the chosen race of God, yet pursuing after whatever drops of grace she can find.
How about my own faith?
Do I actively seek after whatever drops of grace I can find, as though in a thirsty land (More, More! I want more of Jesus!), or is the grace of God so abundant for us that we have taken it for granted?
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