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PUSHING THROUGH THE RESISTANCE | Pastor Chris Reed

Jul 20, 2025    Pastor Chris Reed

In this powerful exploration of faith, we delve into the story of the Canaanite woman from Matthew 15. This narrative challenges us to reconsider our understanding of difficulty in our spiritual journey. The woman's persistence in seeking Jesus' help, despite facing silence and apparent rejection, serves as a model for unwavering faith. We're reminded that our struggles and moments of divine silence aren't signs of failure, but opportunities for spiritual growth. The message encourages us to push through barriers, both external and internal, in our pursuit of Christ.


It's a call to trust God's goodness even when His responses don't meet our expectations, understanding that He may be using our difficulties to deepen our faith and dependence on Him. This teaching invites us to reframe our perspective on life's challenges, seeing them not as obstacles to avoid, but as the very means through which our faith can be strengthened and refined.