a17:20
b21:21
c1 Cor 13:2
dMatt 13:31-32
eIsa 40:4
f49:11
g54:10
h1 Cor 13:2

‏ Matthew 17:20

17:20  a Here, the expression don’t have enough faith is virtually synonymous with no faith.

• faith even as small as a mustard seed: This could mean that if the disciples had even very little faith they would be able to accomplish great things (21:21  b; cp. 1 Cor 13:2  c). It could also mean that if they would allow their faith to grow (see Matt 13:31-32  d), they could act with courageous belief.

• Moving mountains is an adage for overcoming obstacles and fulfilling God’s purposes (Isa 40:4  e; 49:11  f; 54:10  g; 1 Cor 13:2  h).
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