crumbs

crumbs by ric Gustafson


Jesus and his followers were slowly walking up a dusty incline. He was tired after explaining a parable to some Pharisees and scribes. They were walking toward a quiet place where they could rest.
All of a sudden, Jesus noticed a Cananite woman standing by the edge of the road.
" Have mercy on me Lord".
They kept walking. Jesus did not answer her.
" Son of David" she yelled. " My daughter is cruelly demon possessed".
Peter looked at Jesus. " Lord, send her away because she keeps shouting at us".
Jesus stared at the woman. " I was sent only to the lost sheep of the house of Israel".
Crying, the woman ran up to Jesus and bowed down before him. " Lord, help me".
" It is not good to take the children's bread and throw it to the dogs".
The woman looked at Jesus. " Yes Lord, but even the dogs feed on the crumbs which fall from the Master's table".
Jesus smiled at her with loving eyes. " Oh woman you're faith is great". His voice paused. " It shall be done for you as you wish".
The woman's daughter was healed instantly.

The End


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Peace and God's blessings. Love Ric