Why Would Jesus Call A Distressed Woman A Dog?

In one of the more confounding events of Jesus' ministry, we see Jesus initially deny a woman's request for her daughter's healing simply because she is a Gentile. What's worse, he calls her a dog while doing it! What are we supposed to make of this? Join pastor Cory for a reflection on this difficult passage, exploring some possible options for interpretation. Which option do you think is the most compelling? Why? And how does your understanding of this passage effect the way you live out your faith in Jesus?