Mark 9:14-32, March 14
Lenten Devotion
March 14, 2026
Mark 9: 14 – 32
The title of the first part of this scripture in NIV is “Jesus Heals a Boy Possessed by an Impure Spirit”. The focus of this passage is on the boy with an impure spirit and Jesus who removes the spirit after his disciples failed to do so. There is also something to be learned from the boy’s father who tells Jesus: “I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief”.
It is easy to talk with Jesus about what we believe in. It is more difficult to talk with Jesus about those parts of our faith that we struggle with. This passage makes it clear that Jesus invites us to talk about our struggles. Through his patience, love and grace he will help us to understand and strengthen in faith!
Frank Mayberry
March 14, 2026
Mark 9: 14 – 32
The title of the first part of this scripture in NIV is “Jesus Heals a Boy Possessed by an Impure Spirit”. The focus of this passage is on the boy with an impure spirit and Jesus who removes the spirit after his disciples failed to do so. There is also something to be learned from the boy’s father who tells Jesus: “I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief”.
It is easy to talk with Jesus about what we believe in. It is more difficult to talk with Jesus about those parts of our faith that we struggle with. This passage makes it clear that Jesus invites us to talk about our struggles. Through his patience, love and grace he will help us to understand and strengthen in faith!
Frank Mayberry
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