Mark 9 [NIV Dramatized Audio]

The disciples could not cast the evil spirit out of a certain man after trying. When asked why, Jesus replied, “Some can only come out by prayer.”

Often, prayer is the only thing we can do. It’s usually the best thing we can do. Just because we can’t see the immediate results of our prayer, we often neglect to do it.

Personally, I have witnessed the powerful, positive results of my persistent prayers. That keeps me praying and encouraging others to do so likewise. Couple that with the knowledge that there isn’t anything too difficult for the Lord, we keep praying and asking and believing for miraculous results in the lives of those we love.

The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man is powerful.” [James 5:16]