Jesus Heals a Demon-Possessed Boy

Jesus casts an unclean spirit out of a boy, and everyone is amazed by God's power.

Question 1: Think about a time when you thought you were acting in faith, much like the disciples in this passage. What were the results?

Question 2: As you think about how the disciples might have felt, describe a time when you stepped out in faith, attempting to accomplish something for God and failed. What do you think was the cause of the failure, and how did you feel at the time?

Question 3: Based upon Jesus’ teaching about prayer and faith, how do you think most Christians would handle an encounter with a demon?