Mar 7:27 | MHM | STEP | v. 27 : Jesus replied, Let the children first be filled (Mark 7:27 ). He meant that his main mission was to the Jews, God’s chosen people. He compared the Gentiles to dogs, who do not sit at the family table. Sometimes, Jesus tests our faith before he answers. Still, his words hinted that the Gentiles would soon share in God’s blessings too.

‏ Mark 7:27

v. 27: Jesus replied, Let the children first be filled (Mark 7:27 ^a). He meant that his main mission was to the Jews, God’s chosen people. He compared the Gentiles to dogs, who do not sit at the family table. Sometimes, Jesus tests our faith before he answers. Still, his words hinted that the Gentiles would soon share in God’s blessings too.