MARK 9:21-29 (2023)

 MARK 9:21-29

. 21 Then Jesus asked the father, “How long has this been happening to him?” He replied, “From childhood. 22 And it has often thrown him into the fire and into the water to destroy him. If you can do anything, have pity on us and help us.” 23 Jesus said to him, “Why do you say: ‘If you can?’ All things are possible for one who be­lieves.” 24 Immediately the father of the boy cried out, “I do believe, but help the little faith I have.” 25 Jesus saw that the crowd was increasing rapidly, so he ordered the evil spirit, “Dumb and deaf spirit, I command you: Leave the boy and never enter him again.” 26 The evil spirit shook and convulsed the boy and with a terrible shriek came out. The boy lay like a corpse and people said, “He is dead.” 27 But Jesus took him by the hand and lifted him and the boy stood up. 28 After Jesus had gone indoors, his disciples asked him privately, “Why couldn’t we drive out the spirit?” 29 And he answered, “Only prayer can drive out this kind, nothing else.” 

---- mine,

Pay attention to what I say and take heart, 'Only prayer can drive out this kind, nothing else.' I see you. I have gathered your tears. I hear your prayers and your sighs. Have faith. All things are possible when you pray. Hope with confidence in My Love for you and for every member of your family. Do not be discouraged just believe. I will take the sick members of your family by the hand and I will raise them us and they will be healed in heart, mind, soul, body, and spirit and they will glorify Me all the days of their lives. Take heart, all is well for I AM with Me you and will never forsake you - you are mine.