Boldly before the Lord

Summary

Elder Chris Krause preaches on the story of the Canaanite woman in Matthew 15, emphasizing her persistent faith and humility despite initial rejection by Jesus and his disciples. He highlights the importance of approaching God boldly yet humbly, recognizing our unworthiness but trusting in His mercy and grace. The sermon encourages believers to persevere in prayer, not giving up even when answers seem delayed, trusting that God tests and rewards persistent faith. Krause also draws parallels with biblical examples like Jacob's wrestling with God to illustrate the power of steadfast prayer.