He replied, "This kind can come out only by prayer." Mark 9:29 NIV

The disciples had tried to drive out the demon. They had watched Jesus many times before. It didn't seem like something they couldn't do. Jesus had said, "If you have faith...."

Everyone was watching, too! What would they think if they weren't able to get rid of this evil spirit? People may think less of them. They may say, "You're not really His disciples." or "Look at you, you can't do anything by yourself." or "Where's your faith?".

So, humbly and privately they ask Jesus, "Why couldn't we drive it out?" (verse 28) Fair question, wouldn't you agree? Why couldn't they perform what seemed to be a simple task? Why couldn't they do what they had been trained to do?

"This kind", Jesus said, "can only come out by prayer."

What are you going through today that can only come out by prayer? Oh sure, you are very spiritual. You have great Biblical knowledge to back up your claim. You know the Pastor! You are a committed follower of Christ! You have the "good attendance" pin! You have a testimony! You are an example for others to follow! You even give God the glory! You are surely capable of doing HIS work!

But, this kind, can only come out by prayer! Today, whatever it is, no matter what people might think or say, turn it over to the Lord. Let Him know you need Him. Thank Him for all He has done for you before, but tell Him you need Him once again! Tell Him you need Him ALWAYS! Tell Him you realize....apart from Him you can do NOTHING!

Turn to Jesus....today!

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