“I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!”
Mark 9:24
Honest questions belong in a life of faith.
In Mark 9, a father brings his suffering child to Jesus after the disciples have been unable to help. His words—'I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief'—come out of a desperate, real situation, not an abstract debate. Jesus continues the encounter instead of demanding a polished statement of certainty. The story does not teach that every question will be answered quickly, but it does make room for honesty.
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