Matthew 17:14-18
This is a very intriguing story and I don't quite understand Jesus' reaction in it. After Jesus comes down from the mountain he is approached by a man who asks him to heal his son. Jesus responds with some very harsh words for the entire generation of Israelites and I can't figure out what provokes Jesus' response. It seems uncharacteristic for Jesus and not at all merciful. The only thing I can think of is that the man had first taken the son to the disciples but they could not heal him. I could see how some people might say that this passage means that we should only come to Jesus for our needs and not to other people but Jesus never rebukes his disciples for trying to heal the boy. In fact, he later tells them why they could not heal him and gives them some instruction on what they should have done.
All I know for sure is that if I was the dad, I would be hurt and confused by Jesus' response. Thoughts?
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Mark's account gives you a little more detail on what was going on. Jesus initial response though does seem a little harsh, but I think it may have part;y to do with the fact that the man didn't believe. Luke explains this a little better. Usually as we have seen time after time faith and miracles go hand in hand, maybe this is what Jesus meant by his seemingly harsh words, not totally sure though.
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