Matthew 15:23
French S21 2007 (Bible Segond 21)
Il ne lui répondit pas un mot; ses disciples s'approchèrent et lui demandèrent: «Renvoie-la, car elle crie derrière nous.»
What Does This Mean?
In this verse from Matthew, Jesus doesn't respond to a woman who is asking for help. His disciples ask him to send her away because she won’t stop following them and crying out. The key message shows the persistence of faith in seeking help.
Explained for Children
Imagine you're trying really hard to get your friend's attention so they can share their snack with you, but they don't look at you. Your friend’s other friends tell him to ignore you because you won’t stop asking. But even though he doesn’t answer right away, it shows how much you want that snack!
Historical Background
Matthew wrote this around the late first century AD for a primarily Jewish-Christian audience. Jesus was traveling through different regions in Galilee and surrounding areas where he often encountered people seeking his help or attention.
Living It Out Today
In today's context, we can see this as an example of persistence in faith. Think about a time you had to keep asking for something important until it was granted. This teaches us not to give up even when our requests are initially ignored.
Topics
persistencefaithsalvationhealingdiscipleshipprayer
Related Verses
Exodus 32:1-6Numbers 14:1-45Mark 7:24-30Luke 8:49-56James 5:16
Frequently Asked Questions
Why didn't Jesus answer her right away?
Jesus sometimes allows situations to unfold to illustrate deeper lessons. In this case, his initial silence emphasizes the woman's perseverance and faith.
What can we learn from the disciples' reaction in Matthew 15:23?
The disciples' impatience teaches us about the importance of empathy and understanding when others are persistent in their requests, even if it causes some inconvenience.
Is there a specific reason for mentioning that Jesus did not answer her?
Yes, emphasizing his silence highlights the woman's faith. It shows that persistence can lead to miracles or answers from God when we continue to seek help despite challenges.
How does this verse relate to other parts of the Bible?
This verse connects with themes found in Exodus where Moses persistently asks for deliverance, showing how faith and persistence can lead to divine intervention across different biblical narratives.