Matthew 15, Mark 7 | Washing Hands and Feeding Dogs

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Ever wondered why Jesus criticized the Pharisees for altering the laws and traditions? Or what his harsh description of a woman truly signified? Strap in, as we journey back to the biblical times and decode these complex narratives in today's episode of God's Plan, Your Part.

We kick off with an exploration of Jesus’s stark disagreement with the Pharisees, and his challenge to their misuse of traditions as a means to elude God’s commands. Brace yourselves as we delve into a controversial tale where Jesus uses an unusual term to describe a woman and the intriguing episode of his disciples skipping the prevalent hand-washing custom. Gradually, we unravel the parable of the mustard seed, its implication on defilement, and Jesus’s empathetic act of feeding thousands with only seven loaves and few fishes. Finally, we contemplate on Jesus’s encounters with the religious leaders, their heated debates, and what they teach us about living a meaningful life today. Don't miss out on this episode packed with compelling biblical insights and profound wisdom.

In Matthew 15, Jesus encounters the Pharisees and his disciples, addressing the issue of tradition and what truly defiles a person. He also encounters a Canaanite woman who displays remarkable faith, leading to the healing of her daughter. This chapter also includes a miracle of feeding four thousand people with seven loaves of bread and a few fish. Jesus' ministry extends to the Gentiles in Tyre and Sidon, where he performs many miracles. The scribes confront Jesus about his disciples not following the tradition of the elders, but Jesus explains that what defiles a person comes from the heart, not from external rituals or traditions. Peter seeks an explanation of the parable, and Jesus emphasizes the importance of faith.

In Mark 7, the Pharisees and scribes question Jesus about his disciples not following the tradition of washing their hands before eating. Jesus rebukes them, emphasizing the importance of what comes from the heart rather than external rituals. He criticizes the practice of Corban, where people neglect to support their parents, claiming it's for God's sake. Jesus teaches the importance of honoring parents. Later, a Syrophoenician woman seeks Jesus's help for her demon-possessed daughter, and Jesus heals her, demonstrating his ministry extending to the Gentiles. The chapter concludes with Jesus healing a deaf and mute man in the region of the Decapolis, leading to astonishment among the people who glorify God and proclaim His great deeds.