The Canaanite Woman's Encounter with Jesus - Matthew 15:21-28

Jesus's interaction with the Canaanite woman is really odd. It seems out of character. This passage will provide an excellent learning opportunity in reading the Bible.

First, identify the problem. What seems strange about this passage?

What are some things that matter in that culture?

What really matters to God?

How does the story following the Canaanite woman's encounter with Jesus (the feeding of the 4,000) reveal about God's plan for humanity?