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So they brought him. When the spirit saw Jesus, it immediately threw the boy into a convulsion. He fell to the ground and rolled around, foaming at the mouth.
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Jesus asked the boy’s father, “How long has he been like this?”“From childhood,” he answered.
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“It has often thrown him into fire or water to kill him. But if you can do anything, take pity on us and help us.”
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“ ‘If you can’?” said Jesus. “Everything is possible for one who believes.”
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Immediately the boy’s father exclaimed, “I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!”