Mark 9:24
Mark 9:24
And straightway the father of the child cried out, and said with tears, Lord, I believe; help thou mine unbelief.
In this passage, we see the cry of a father desperate for his child’s healing yet wrestling with his own doubts. His heartfelt prayer, "Lord, I believe; help thou mine unbelief," captures a universal struggle within the life of faith—the coexistence of belief and doubt. The father acknowledges his limited faith, humbly asking Jesus to bridge the gap between his human weakness and divine power. This verse teaches us that faith does not have to be perfect or complete to reach God. Rather, it's our willingness to bring our doubts to Him and ask for His help that opens the door to His miracles. This story encourages believers to be honest with God about their uncertainties, trusting that He welcomes our prayers, even when they are mixed with doubt. By asking for help with our unbelief, we invite God to strengthen our faith, making it resilient and unwavering. In moments of struggle, we, too, can turn to God, knowing that His compassion meets us right where we are, helping our faith to grow even when it feels small.
Luke 7:47
Wherefore I say unto thee, Her sins, which are many, are forgiven; for she loved much.
Hebrews 4:11
Let us labour therefore to enter into that rest, lest any man fall after the same example of unbelief.
Hebrews 3:12
Take heed, brethren, lest there be in any of you an evil heart of unbelief, in departing from the living God.
Matthew 13:58
And he did not many mighty works there because of their unbelief.