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Episode 1385 | January 29, 2026

Did Jesus Really Call Her a "Dog"?

The Gospels | Mark 7:24–37 Why does Jesus call a woman in need a “dog”? What are our modern ears missing while reading today's passage? And could familiarity or pride be keeping you from receiving what Jesus offers?

Why does Jesus call a woman in need a “dog”? What are our modern ears missing while reading today's passage? And could familiarity or pride be keeping you from receiving what Jesus offers? In today’s episode, Patrick shares how Mark 7:24–37 reveals God’s surprising plan to bring salvation through Israel to the whole world and warns us not to harden our hearts against the grace Jesus offers.

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Patrick Miller

Patrick Miller is a pastor and cultural commentator who writes about politics, culture, and technology, contributing articles to Christianity Today, Newsweek, The Gospel Coalition, and other publications. His podcast, Truth Over Tribe is one of...

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