Catholic Bible Study Matthew 15:10-39
Nov 28, 2025
This discussion dives deep into the Gospel of Matthew, highlighting key teachings of Jesus about heart matters over rituals. The conversation contrasts Big-T and small-t traditions and explores the role of the Magisterium. A fascinating analysis of the Canaanite woman's faith reveals themes of inclusion and humility. The hosts connect Jesus' miracles, like the feeding of the 4,000, to sacramental themes, emphasizing physical and spiritual nourishment. The episode wraps up with reflections on Christian charity and the call to serve others.
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Heart Over Ritual
- Matthew emphasizes interior conversion: "hear and understand" matters more than external rituals.
- Michael Barber stresses the heart's disposition as the true source of moral purity.
Biblical Thread: Circumcised Hearts
- Matthew links Jesus' teaching about the heart to Deuteronomy and Jeremiah's promise of a circumcised heart.
- Barber notes only God can give a circumcised heart and the new covenant writes God's law on hearts.
Persistence Breaks Boundaries
- The Canaanite woman scene shows Gentile persistence prompting Jesus to act beyond Israel.
- Tim Gray and Michael Barber highlight her humility and faith as decisive for her daughter's healing.
