The message contrasts Israel’s prophetic program with today’s age of grace by highlighting the Canaanite woman who sought Jesus’ help for her demon tormented daughter. Though outside Israel’s covenants as a Gentile, she humbly accepted her place in God’s then current plan and persisted in faith. Christ used the moment to reaffirm His ministry to “the lost sheep of the house of Israel,” yet He honored her understanding and trust, declaring her faith “great” and healing her daughter instantly. In today’s dispensation of grace, Jews and Gentiles stand on equal ground, and salvation is offered freely to all through Christ.