Both Humble and Bold

About twenty years ago I first noticed—and marveled at—the humility of a certain woman in the New Testament. Imagine calmly persisting with a plea after your people had been likened to a pack of dogs! But recently I noted something else. Imagine being BOLD enough to persevere instead of giving up on your quest! Jesus not only commended her great faith, but He also granted her request.

The Bible contains no contradictions. We should indeed strive to be humble, but when we approach the throne of grace, God also wants us to be bold.