Divine healing, based on His promise to heal, is an act of mercy from God. Though God Himself chooses the time of healing, His intervention in a person's behalf is dependent on certain conditions being met: Trust in His promise and power to do what He has promised when He chooses to do it. Faith in the sacrifice of Jesus Christ, represented in the Passover observance by the broken bread, a symbol of His broken body, and the wine, a symbol of His shed blood. Repentance, where possible, from sins that may be involved in causing the health problem. Understanding that, because God loves us and knows all things, the healing will be granted in this life only if it is in the best interest of God's purpose. The great heroes of faith have died, but they will be healed in the resurrection and given spirit, immortal bodies that can never die.
Scripture References:
Exodus 15:26; Psalm 103:2-3; Matthew 9:27-30; I Peter 2:24; I Corinthians 11:23-30; Matthew 8:16-17; Isaiah 53:4-5; Mark 16:15-18; James 5:14-16; Hebrews 9:27; 11:13-16
From the Library: Healing
The Miracles of Jesus Christ: Healing a Paralytic (Part Two)
Bible Study by Martin G. CollinsIn the healing of the paralytic, Jesus demonstrated His fatherly compassion by addressing the man as a child, offering comfort for his debilitating condition, described medically as paralysis from a nervous system disease. This miracle showcased Jesus forgiving the penalty incurred through sin, raising the man from his miserable …
Faith and Healing (Part Three)
Sermon by John W. RitenbaughGod has given us life, and we are responsible to Him to care for our bodies, which for Christians are temples of God's Spirit. Despite the inevitable deterioration of our bodies over time, we must continually dress and keep ourselves. When sickness occurs, we face the responsibility of addressing it, even with God's promise to …
Some Thoughts on Healing
CGG Weekly by Richard T. RitenbaughFew things are more personal and vital to people than their health. Divine healing, though often viewed with skepticism and considered superstition by many, holds a significant place in the life of faith. Most would rather praise medical, technical, and scientific advances than trust in the power of God to heal, as healing …
The Miracles of Jesus Christ: Healing a Woman With a Flow of Blood
Bible Study by Martin G. CollinsThe healing of a woman with a flow of blood stands as a remarkable event, occurring silently and without prior words as it interrupts another miracle, the raising of Jairus' daughter. This woman, afflicted for twelve years, had endured not only physical suffering but also the depletion of her resources in a futile search for a …
God Heals Today
Sermonette by Richard T. RitenbaughShortly after Herbert Armstrong's death in 1986, under Joseph Tkach's leadership, subtle changes began to undermine faith in healing within the Worldwide Church of God. Before the Passover of 1987, it was preached that healing was not tied to Christ's sacrifice, suggesting that faith in healing was unnecessary and equating it …
The Miracles of Jesus Christ: Healing a Leper (Part Two)
Bible Study by Martin G. CollinsThe leper who approached Jesus Christ was in a dire state due to his advanced disease, yet he found hope in seeking out the Healer. With sincerity, he implored Christ, overcoming the obstacles of the crowd and the shame of his condition to earnestly plead for help. His reverence was evident as he bowed before Him, honoring …
Faith in the Healer
Sermon by Richard T. RitenbaughHealing serves as a powerful illustration of faith, revealing both its strength and its weaknesses in our lives. Jesus Christ's healings demonstrate the profound trust that individuals placed in Him, not merely in promises or concepts, but in His personal authority and power. When faced with illness, do we trust God to heal us, …
The Miracles of Jesus Christ: Healing a Centurion's Servant (Part Two)
Bible Study by Martin G. CollinsIn Capernaum, the healing of the centurion's servant stands as a remarkable event among the many miracles Christ performed, showcasing His power in the presence of Gentiles. Upon hearing of the servant's grave condition and recognizing the centurion's humility, Christ promises to heal him. Observing the centurion's profound …
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