Prayer and Power

By: Mike Mazzalongo     Posted: Wed. Nov 19th
Discussion Questions
  1. Why do you think the disciples were unable to cast out the demon in Mark 9:29, despite earlier success?
  2. How does the shift from direct exorcism in the Gospels to resistance in the epistles shape our ministry focus today?
  3. What practical steps can believers take to rely more on prayer and less on self in spiritual struggles?
Sources
  • New American Standard Bible 1995
  • ChatGPT (OpenAI), Chat on Mark 9:29 – September 2025
  • Clinton E. Arnold, "3 Crucial Questions About Spiritual Warfare" (Baker, 1997)
  • Merrill C. Tenney, "New Testament Survey" (Eerdmans, 1985)
  • F.F. Bruce, "The Book of Acts" (NICNT, 1988)
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