Jeremiah 31:1-7
Jeremiah 31:10-12,13
Matthew 15:21-28
Woman, you have great faith. Let your wish be granted.
According to today’s gospel, the Canaanite woman demonstrated persistent reverence in her faith, which earned her favor from the Lord Jesus. Her unwavering belief led to her daughter being delivered from demonic oppression. Jesus tested her resolve, and her perseverance through the test resulted in her success. Her daughter regained her health and was restored to her family.
This powerful example shows that faith can lead us through even the darkest moments—when hope seems lost, faith provides a pathway forward. When doubt creeps in, faith offers us the courage to face any trial. What we truly believe matters deeply; faith in God enables us to craft our own success stories and demonstrates how He carries us through life’s challenges. I urge you to nurture your faith and belief today. Believe!
Have faith in God, and you will accomplish great things. There is a proverb that says the many legs of a centipede do not prevent it from falling but help it to keep moving forward. Similarly, we must never become discouraged. Instead, we should always take our concerns to the Lord in prayer, trusting in His guidance and strength.
Fr Joseph Osho
