Mark 7:24-30 - Take your turn

Stand in line and take your turn. The children get fed first. If there's any left over, the dogs get it.

What... Did Jesus just call that Greek woman a dog? I actually don't understand why He would say such a thing. But the woman's response was also as interesting.

Of course, Master. But don't dogs under the table get scraps dropped by the children?

If I were the Greek lady, I wouldn't have been able to stoop so low and admit that I'm a dog. All I want is a healing right? So, just tell me now I can't have it, and I'll go. You don't have to insult me and my people like that. But she got her healing for her daughter in the end, which is what she wanted. I don't know whether I agree with this whole thing but...

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