The Character of Jesus - RESPONDS TO APPEALS

Read Mark 7:24-30.

"But she answered and said to Him, 'Yes, Lord, but even the dogs under the table feed on the children's crumbs.'" (v. 28)

Jesus was about His business and had denied this request already. Then the woman appealed His decision. He didn't just "shut her down;" He listened--and changed His mind.

I need to listen patiently to appeals made to me--especially my children. I need to teach them how to appeal to authority and model if for them. If Jesus can respond to appeals, so can I.

(10/22/98)