The Gospel reading from Matthew tells the story of the Canaanite woman and her persistent pleas to the Lord. She begs the Lord to heal her daughter. Initially, Jesus ignores her request, stating, “I was sent only to the lost sheep of the house of Israel.” However, the Canaanite woman continues to plead and honors Jesus by recognizing who he is. Through her acknowledgment, Jesus is reminded of his identity and ultimate mission. In response to her understanding, Jesus grants her request to heal her daughter. Our takeaway is the importance of worship. The Canaanite woman had such faith in Christ that her persistent worship ultimately won him over. This should inspire hope and trust in us, reminding us that even when we don’t receive an immediate answer to our prayers, we must continue to worship God for who he is. God hears our petitions and understands our needs. However, in all things, we must keep his desires at the forefront by graciously accepting whatever answer he provides us.