Matthew 15:24

“But he answered and said, I am not sent but unto the lost sheep of the house of Israel.”

"But he answered and said, I am not sent but unto the lost sheep of the house of Israel." - Matthew 15:24
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What does Matthew 15:24 mean?

Matthew 15:24 from the King James Version (KJV) of the Bible reads: "But he answered and said, I am not sent but unto the lost sheep of the house of Israel." This verse is part of the larger narrative in which Jesus is approached by a Canaanite woman who begs for his help in…

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The Heart of Redemption: Understanding Jesus' Mission

In Matthew 15:24, Jesus states, “But he answered and said, I am not sent but unto the lost sheep of the house of Israel.” This verse opens a window into the heart of God’s mission for His people, illuminating not only the exclusivity of His initial ministry but also the profound…

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Prayer for the Lost and Seeking Hearts

Heavenly Father, We come before You today, acknowledging Your sovereignty and loving kindness, as we reflect on the words of Matthew 15:24, where Jesus said, "But he answered and said, I am not sent but unto the lost sheep of the house of Israel." Lord, we understand the depth…

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