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Matthew 17:21 Cross-References
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“Howbeit this kind goeth not out but by prayer and fasting.”
Matthew 17:21 (KJV)
Commentary on Matthew 17:21
Jesus explains the disciples' failure to cast out the demon: 'this kind goeth not out but by prayer and fasting.' Some spiritual battles require extraordinary dependence on God. While many manuscripts omit 'and fasting,' the principle remains: certain ministries demand concentrated devotion and self-denial. Reformed practice recognizes prayer and fasting as means of grace, not earning God's favor but expressing desperate dependence. The disciples' failure despite previous successes (Matthew 10:8) shows that past victories don't guarantee present power—continuous reliance on God is essential.
Source: KJV Study Commentary
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