Conclusion Of Possessed Boy Healed

Earlier, when the disciples had been sent forth to preach, they had expelled demons. So now, when they enter a house, they ask Jesus privately: "Why could we not expel it?" Indicating that it was because of their lack of faith, Jesus answers: "This kind cannot get out except by prayer." Evidently preparation was called for to expel the especially powerful demon involved in this case. Strong faith along with prayer requesting God's empowering help was needed.

And then Jesus adds: "Truly I say to you, if you have the size of a mustard grain, you will say to this mountain, 'Transfer from here to there,' and it will transfer, and nothing will be impossible for you." How powerful faith can be!

Obstacles and difficulties that block the progress in Jehovah's service may seem insurmountable and irremovable as a great literal mountain. Yet, Jesus is showing that if we cultivate faith in our hearts, watering it and encouraging it to grow, it will expand to maturity and will enable us to overcome such mountain like obstacles and difficulties. Mark 9:14-29; Matthew 17:19, 20; Luke 9:37-43.

Next time: A Lesson In Humility

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