Jesus did not answer a word. — Matthew 15:23
This is where some of us are. We cry out to Jesus, "Lord, Son of David, have mercy on me!" And what is Jesus’ answer? Nothing. Nada. Not a word.
Soon after, the ever-helpful disciples come along and suggest that the woman in this story be tossed into the scrap heap so the great ship of their comfort can sail forward on a clear sea.
Again, some of us have been there. Laugh with me.
What is going on? Why doesn’t Jesus answer? And when He does, why does He appear to push her aside?
Read the rest of the story. It’s clear that Jesus was setting her up for more than just a miracle. He had bigger plans for her. He was drawing out her expression of faith so that it could be recorded and never forgotten. Twenty centuries later, it comes into our hands and whispers an encouraging word into our ears:
"Go ahead. Ask the Lord for the impossible. Dare to believe. Dare to dream. Dare to receive."
Be encouraged!
Dwight
Dwight Clough is the author of four Christian books and is an active member of Lake City Church in Madison. This devotional is also available via email and you may review the archives back to 2002. To contact Dwight or Kim, use their contact form. You may also support their ministry.