Jesus asked the boy’s father

How long has this been going on?

Ever since he was a little boy.

Constantly he falls into the fire or he throws himself in the river attempting to harm himself.

He’s a total basket case!

If you can do anything, do it. Have a heart and help us!

Jesus said, “If? There are no ‘ifs’ with true faith!

Anything can happen with real faith in God through prayer!

No sooner were the words out of Jesus mouth than the father cried,

Then I believe. Help me with my doubts!

Mark 9:21-24 Paraphrased