In times of sickness, it’s natural to feel afraid, anxious, or even helpless. The burden of illness can take a toll not just on our bodies but also on our minds and spirits. However, as Christians, we have a powerful source of comfort and hope: the Word of God. The Bible contains numerous verses that speak about healing, both physical and spiritual. These verses remind us of God’s ability to heal, His compassion toward our suffering, and the promises He has made to those who seek His help in times of distress.
Whether you are facing illness yourself or are praying for a loved one, God’s Word can bring peace, strength, and encouragement. Below are 21 Bible verses about healing sickness (King James Version) that can uplift your faith and remind you of God’s divine healing power.
1. Exodus 15:26
“If thou wilt diligently hearken to the voice of the Lord thy God, and wilt do that which is right in his sight, and wilt give ear to his commandments, and keep all his statutes, I will put none of these diseases upon thee, which I have brought upon the Egyptians: for I am the Lord that healeth thee.”
This verse speaks of God as the one who heals. It emphasizes the importance of obedience to God’s commands as a way to prevent sickness. God promises that He will heal and protect His people, reminding us that our relationship with Him plays a key role in our well-being.
2. Deuteronomy 7:15
“And the Lord will take away from thee all sickness, and will put none of the evil diseases of Egypt, which thou knowest, upon thee; but will lay them upon all them that hate thee.”
God promises to remove sickness from His people. The Lord assures us that if we walk in His ways, He will protect us from diseases and bring healing to our bodies.
3. Psalm 103:2-3
“Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits: Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases;”
Psalm 103 is a beautiful reminder of the benefits of serving God. This verse tells us that God heals all our diseases, both physical and spiritual. Healing is a part of the salvation and redemption that God offers through Christ.
4. Isaiah 53:5
“But he was wounded for our transgressions, he was bruised for our iniquities: the chastisement of our peace was upon him; and with his stripes we are healed.”
This powerful verse refers to the suffering of Jesus Christ, which was for our salvation and healing. Through His suffering, we are not only spiritually redeemed but also physically healed. Jesus’ wounds were for our healing—both body and soul.
5. Jeremiah 30:17
“For I will restore health unto thee, and I will heal thee of thy wounds, saith the Lord; because they called thee an Outcast, saying, This is Zion, whom no man seeketh after.”
God promises to restore health and heal wounds. No matter how deep the pain, whether physical or emotional, God has the power to heal and restore us.
6. Matthew 8:17
“That it might be fulfilled which was spoken by Esaias the prophet, saying, Himself took our infirmities, and bare our sicknesses.”
Matthew points to the fulfillment of prophecy in Jesus’ ministry. Jesus took on our infirmities and sicknesses, showing that He is the ultimate healer. He understands our suffering because He Himself experienced it.
7. Mark 5:34
“And he said unto her, Daughter, thy faith hath made thee whole; go in peace, and be whole of thy plague.”
This verse tells the story of the woman with the issue of blood who was healed by touching Jesus’ garment. Jesus responded to her faith, showing that faith in Him is a key to receiving healing.
8. Luke 4:40
“Now when the sun was setting, all they that had any sick with divers diseases brought them unto him; and he laid his hands on every one of them, and healed them.”
In this verse, we see that Jesus had compassion on the sick and healed them all. His power to heal was available to anyone who came to Him in faith, showing His willingness to heal all kinds of sickness.
9. Luke 9:11
“And the people, when they knew it, followed him: and he received them, and spake unto them of the kingdom of God, and healed them that had need of healing.”
Jesus not only preached the gospel but also healed those who needed it. Healing is an essential part of Jesus’ ministry, demonstrating that He cares for both our spiritual and physical needs.
10. John 14:13-14
“And whatsoever ye shall ask in my name, that will I do, that the Father may be glorified in the Son. If ye shall ask any thing in my name, I will do it.”
This verse reassures us that through prayer and faith in Jesus’ name, we can ask for healing and expect an answer. God’s promise to answer our prayers is a powerful encouragement when we are seeking healing.
11. Acts 3:6-8
“Then Peter said, Silver and gold have I none; but such as I have give I thee: In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth rise up and walk. And he took him by the right hand, and lifted him up: and immediately his feet and ankle bones received strength.”
In the name of Jesus, Peter heals a man who was crippled from birth. This story highlights the power of Jesus’ name to heal and restore, showing that healing is available through faith in Christ.
12. Romans 8:11
“But if the Spirit of him that raised up Jesus from the dead dwell in you, he that raised up Christ from the dead shall also quicken your mortal bodies by his Spirit that dwelleth in you.”
This verse speaks about the power of the Holy Spirit, who brings life and healing to our bodies. The same Spirit that raised Jesus from the dead is at work in believers, bringing healing and vitality to our physical bodies.
13. 1 Peter 2:24
“Who his own self bare our sins in his own body on the tree, that we, being dead to sins, should live unto righteousness: by whose stripes ye were healed.”
This verse connects our healing to Jesus’ sacrifice on the cross. Jesus’ suffering brought us spiritual healing, but it also brings physical healing through the stripes He bore.
14. James 5:14-15
“Is any sick among you? let him call for the elders of the church; and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord: And the prayer of faith shall save the sick, and the Lord shall raise him up; and if he have committed sins, they shall be forgiven him.”
James encourages believers to seek prayer for healing. The prayer of faith, combined with the anointing of oil, is a powerful tool for bringing healing to the sick.
15. Proverbs 4:20-22
“My son, attend to my words; incline thine ear unto my sayings. Let them not depart from thine eyes; keep them in the midst of thine heart. For they are life unto those that find them, and health to all their flesh.”
The wisdom of God’s Word is described as a source of health and life. Meditating on God’s promises can bring healing to our bodies, as His Word has the power to restore us physically and spiritually.
16. Isaiah 38:16
“O Lord, by these things men live, and in all these things is the life of my spirit: so wilt thou recover me, and make me to live.”
In this passage, King Hezekiah calls out to God for healing, trusting in God’s ability to restore life and health. God answers his prayer, showing His faithfulness to heal.
17. Matthew 9:35
“And Jesus went about all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every sickness and every disease among the people.”
This verse demonstrates the comprehensive nature of Jesus’ healing ministry. He healed every sickness and disease, showing that no illness is beyond His power to heal.
18. Luke 13:12
“And when Jesus saw her, he called her to him, and said unto her, Woman, thou art loosed from thine infirmity.”
In this story, Jesus heals a woman who had been bound by an infirmity for 18 years. Jesus’ words show that He has the authority to release us from any form of sickness or oppression.
19. Revelation 22:2
“In the midst of the street of it, and on either side of the river, was there the tree of life, which bare twelve manner of fruits, and yielded her fruit every month: and the leaves of the tree were for the healing of the nations.”
This verse speaks of the future healing in the kingdom of God, where the tree of life provides healing to all nations. It’s a reminder that God’s healing power will fully manifest in the new heaven and new earth.
20. 2 Chronicles 21:18-19
“And after all this the Lord smote him in his bowels with an incurable disease.”
While this passage tells of King Jehoram’s judgment, it also serves as a reminder that sickness, while a consequence of sin in some cases, can also be healed by God’s mercy when we repent.
21. Psalm 107:19-20
“Then they cry unto the Lord in their trouble, and he saveth them out of their distresses. He sent his word, and healed them, and delivered them from their destructions.”
God sends His Word to heal and deliver us from trouble. This verse emphasizes the power of God’s Word to bring healing and deliverance from all forms of sickness.
Conclusion
The Bible is filled with verses that offer hope, comfort, and encouragement in times of illness. Whether you are dealing with physical, emotional, or spiritual sickness, God’s Word is a reminder that healing is available through faith in Jesus Christ. From Old Testament promises to the healing ministry of Jesus, the Scriptures reveal a loving and powerful God who is able to heal all kinds of sickness.
As you meditate on these Bible verses, may your faith be strengthened and your spirit renewed. Trust in God’s healing power and rest in the assurance that He is faithful to heal, restore, and deliver you from all distress.
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