Matthew 15:28
Then Jesus answered and said unto her, O woman, great is thy faith: be it unto thee even as thou wilt. And her daughter was made whole from that very hour.
Matthew 15:28
Jesus responds: “O woman, great is thy faith: be it unto thee even as thou wilt. And her daughter was made whole from that very hour.” This moment is the culmination of the earlier exchange, where faith meets mercy. The woman’s persistent faith is rewarded with healing for her daughter. It also marks a turning point in the narrative: Gentiles who express deep faith receive mercy, validating the broader arc of the gospel that would soon extend beyond Israel.
This verse affirms the power of faith as the means by which God’s grace is received. It highlights Jesus’ authority to heal and his willingness to bless those who exercise sincere trust in him. It also confirms the personal nature of Jesus’ ministry: he responds to individual faith, regardless of origin. The healing is not merely physical but a sign of the restored order—God’s mercy breaking into human life to restore and redeem.
Let this verse encourage you to cultivate a faith that is confident in Jesus’ power and mercy. When you or someone you love faces affliction, bring it to Jesus with unwavering trust. Celebrate the way God answers, even if the path is surprising. Share stories of God’s faithfulness to strengthen others’ faith and deepen your own commitment to Christ.
Cross-References: Mark 7:29-30; Luke 8:46; Matthew 8:16-17; James 5:15