This blog post is all about prayers for healing and strength
I’m super excited to share this article on healing. I’ve been thinking about this for some time! ❤️
Quick question(s):
Have you ever struggled with the idea of being healed and made whole? Have you felt like the same miracles detailed in the Bible are not meant to be part of your life? If so, it’s time to rethink this. Why? Because God is still in the business of healing today.🤗
We may find ourselves surrounded by doubt, fear, or insignificance. But those feelings don’t have to keep us from the wonderful healing power that God can bring. When we open our hearts to His love, He will provide comfort, strength, healing, and restoration.
In this blog post, I’ll set the stage for you to understand healing. How will I do this? By first de-bunking myths and replacing them with Biblical truths. When we do this, we are open to receiving healing. After that, I’ll go over 12 prayers that I’ve carefully outlined.
Ready? Let’s go!
My Journey of understanding Healing
I used to think that God caused suffering—that it was a tool He personally used.😭 But I’ve since come to understand that it is not in His nature to do so—and I’ve seen firsthand the freeing truth of this.
It all began for me in 2011/2012 when my mind was renewed (Romans 12:2). I started to see healing manifest once I realized the believer’s authority. I had to go back to the Garden of Eden to study the genesis of it all and worked my way up to Jesus’ completed work on the cross (atonement).
Since then, I’ve been blessed to witness many miraculous healings. But can I be honest?🤔In some cases, prayers weren’t answered as desired. My father wasn’t healed here on earth but in Heaven when he was ushered into eternal life.
Of course, I would have preferred Him to be here with me, but rather than blame God for this, I now understand it is not Him who has refused to heal. Instead, I recognize that He is a good God who wants us to be well. I still walk in personal miracles to this day. I’ve seen vitals stabilize and other relatives discharged with a clean bill of health!
Friends, I’m not coming here as an expert🤓 but as someone who opened her heart to hearing more about healing. I’m still exploring this topic, but I’m thankful for the journey and the freedom it brings. Each step takes me closer to God, deeper into His heart—and frees me from a lifetime of believing suffering was part of His will.
This newfound understanding is beautiful and life-giving—and I’m grateful He opened my eyes to His truth. It’s a never-ending journey of learning and growing, but that’s what makes it so precious.
As I grow closer to God, my faith and understanding of His healing nature strengthens. What a privilege it is to experience true freedom in Him!
Myths and Principles of Healing
Healing can occur when we engage with God in prayer. It also involves engaging our faith, allowing for the work of the Holy Spirit, and understanding the principles of healing outlined in the Word.
Let’s look at 8 myths about healing and the corresponding truth in each one.
1. Some Believe God is the Author of Suffering 😭
I’ve de-bunked this in my suffering blog post. However, I would like to state that the myth that God causes suffering is completely false.
The truth is that God isn’t the author of suffering. If you are experiencing suffering, know that God can bring hope and restoration.
2. Sozo Is only about Eternal Life and Forgiveness
Sozo is a powerful Greek word often associated with and translated as “salvation.” However, it has much more meaning than just forgiveness of sins. It implies salvation, healing, wholeness, and deliverance.
When looking at the deeper implications of this term, it becomes clear how much it goes beyond simple forgiveness. God does not just forgive our sins but actively works to heal us and make us whole.
So what does this mean? Well, rather than merely erasing our wrongdoings, God desires to redeem us in every way. Through the power of Sozo, we can experience a transformation from the inside out; it is an invitation for healing, restoration, and a new life in Him.💃🏾
3. We Don’t Need Miracles Today
The myth here is that miracles have no place in modern life or our faith walk.
The truth is that God is still working miracles every day, and we need to be open to them!
We should expect God’s healing power to move in our lives as a sign of His presence with us.
4. Miracles Don’t Happen
The myth here is that miracles are either impossible or only reserved for certain people at certain times in history.
The truth is that God is still at work in the world, and He will use miracles to bring about His plans.
Miracles don’t have to be supernatural events; they can also be situations where God works through natural circumstances in extraordinary ways.
5. Healing ONLY Requires Special Faith
The myth here is that healing only happens for people of extraordinary faith. Think Abrahamic faith 😭. The truth is that healing comes through faith in God’s power and promises, no matter our level of faith.
In fact, we are told that if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can be able to move a mountain Matthew 17:20-21. Whoa! Friends, We must have a heart that desires healing and a willingness to accept it from Him.
P.S. I’m not saying that you become complacent in your faith; I’m saying that God sees your heart.
6. Healing Is Just for Our Bodies
The myth here is that healing only means restoring our physical bodies.
The truth is that healing affects our entire being- physical, emotional, mental, and spiritual. Healing can restore us to wholeness in all areas of our lives so we can experience life fully.
7. It’s Too Late for Healing
The myth here is that it’s impossible to be healed if you have struggled with a particular problem for a long time.
The truth is that God’s power knows no bounds, and it’s never too late to receive healing from Him. No matter how long we have been struggling, we can still turn to Him in faith and trust that He will bring relief and restoration.
8. We Have to Earn Healing
The myth is that we must do something to earn God’s favor and healing. This is often seen in legalistic backgrounds.
The truth is that it’s only through faith in Christ, not our works, that we can receive healing. We acknowledge our need for Him and trust in the power of His grace to restore us.
7 Miracles in the Bible That’ll Inspire You! (Jesus healing scriptures)
Throughout the Bible, countless stories remind us how God can work miracles in our lives.
Here are seven documented healings from scripture to encourage you and remind you of his miraculous works:
Jesus Heals a Paralytic (Matthew 9:1-8): In this story, a paralyzed man is brought to Jesus and is healed by him. Many people witnessed this miracle and showed that Jesus had the power to heal any sickness.
Jesus Cleanses Ten Lepers (Luke 17:11-19): In this story, Jesus heals ten lepers. Only one comes back and thanks and praises Jesus afterwards. This resulted in not only healing but being made whole (check KJV translation)! This shows us the importance of praise and thanksgiving!
Jesus Heals a Deaf-Mute (Mark 7:31-37): In this story, Jesus heals a deaf-mute by putting his fingers in the man’s ears and touched his tongue. This miracle exemplified how Jesus could bring healing to even those who couldn’t adequately communicate their need for it. Also, it shows creative miracles (story for another day).
Jesus Heals a Blind Man (John 9:1-12): In this story, Jesus heals a man who was born blind. This miracle was an incredible demonstration of how Jesus could heal any ailment- even if it is considered congenital.
Healing of the Centurion’s Servant (Matthew 8:5-13): In this story, Jesus heals the centurion’s servant from a distance without ever seeing the man. This miracle showed that Jesus could heal from any location.
Jesus Heals Jairus’ Daughter (Matthew 9:18-26): In this story, Jesus brings a girl back to life after she had been dead for some time. This miracle showed how powerful Jesus is and how He can bring even the dead back to life.
Jesus Heals a Woman with an Issue of Blood (Matthew 9:20-22): In this story, Jesus heals a woman who had been suffering from a bleeding disorder for twelve years. This miracle showed that there should be no time limits (duration) in healing. Jesus can heal an illness that has persisted over a long period of time.
12 Powerful Miracle Prayers For Healing and Strength!
As Christians, we know that prayer is one of the most powerful tools that we have. Through prayer, we can speak to God and ask for His healing and strength in times of need.
Here are 12 miracle prayers for healing and strength:
1. Prayer for Healing the Sick:
This prayer focuses on seeking God’s healing hand of mercy on the sick.
Let’s Pray:
Oh Lord, I thank you that you are Jehovah Rapha, our Healer. We come to You in prayer now and humbly plead for Your healing hand of mercy. We ask that you would extend your healing hands over the life of [insert name]. Lord, we bless you that you heal all diseases. We know that you are able to heal [insert name]. We rest in the finished work of the cross, knowing it is done! In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Bible Verses:
Psalm 103:3, “…and heals all your diseases.”
2. Prayer for Miracles and Testimony to the Glory of God:
This prayer point expresses gratitude to God for His miracles and signs throughout history.
It also serves as a request for more testimonies that can be used to draw others closer to Him so that they may come to know the power of His unconditional love.
Let’s Pray:
Dear God, we come to You in awe and rejoice at Your power and glory. We are in awe of the miracles that You have performed throughout history [name some miracles from the Bible], and we thank You that You are the same God who can do it again. We declare that signs, wonders and miracles shall be our portion! Lord, grant us more testimonies of Your healing power. May your name be glorified through it. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Bible Verses:
Psalm 66:5, “Come and see what God has done, his awesome deeds for mankind!
Hebrews 2:4, “God also testified to it by signs, wonders and various miracles, and by gifts of the Holy Spirit distributed according to his will.”
3. Prayer for Healing, Strength, and Recovery:
This prayer focuses on asking God for healing and strength for those struggling with illness.
It also requests that they may be able to experience recovery from their affliction and find comfort in turning toward the Lord.
Let’s Pray:
Almighty God, we come to You in faith, seeking Your help in times of need. We praise you that you are the Great Physician! Nobody can be compared to You. We ask that You grant us healing and strength. May You renew our strength as per Isaiah 40:31 [recite]. We praise You for the finished work at the cross and that by Your stripes, we are healed! May we experience recovery and find peace in our hearts as we turn toward You. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Bible Verses:
Psalm 6:2, “Have mercy on me, Lord, for I am faint; heal me, Lord, for my bones are in agony.”
Isaiah 40:31, “But those who hope in the Lord will renew their strength. They will soar on wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.”
Matthew 11:28 “Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.
Philippians 4:13, “I can do all this through him who gives me strength.”
4. Urgent Prayer for Emergency Healing:
This prayer point is directed towards asking the Lord for urgent healing to those in emergency or time-sensitive health issues.
It requests that God gives them strength and courage, as well as His healing power, so they may be able to get through this difficult time.
Let’s Pray:
O Lord, we cry out to You in times of urgent need and ask for Your swift healing hand upon those experiencing emergency health issues. We pray that you send destiny helpers (i.e. doctors, nurses etc.) that will ensure our healing is accelerated. We praise you that your healing shall spring up speedily! May Your healing power and healing wings be felt in their lives, now more than ever. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Bible Verses:
Malachi 4:2, “But unto you that fear My name shall the Sun of Righteousness arise with healing in His wings…”
Isaiah 58:8, “Then shall your light break forth like the dawn, and your healing shall spring up speedily; your righteousness shall go before you; the glory of the LORD shall be your rear guard. “Then your salvation will come like the dawn, and your wounds will quickly heal.”
Psalm 34:17-18, “The righteous cry out, and the LORD hears them; he delivers them from all their troubles. The LORD is close to the broken hearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
5. Powerful Prayers for Financial, Mental, Emotional Spiritual Needs:
This prayer point is a request for God’s grace and mercy as we face life’s difficulties.
It asks for His guidance in meeting our financial, spiritual and emotional needs.
Let’s Pray:
Gracious Lord, we know You shall supply all our needs according to Your riches and glory. Lord, we turn to you to intervene in our financial, mental, emotional, and spiritual needs. We glorify you for generously giving us the providence and sustenance we supernaturally need. You are truly Jehovah Jireh- our provider! In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Bible Verses:
Philippians 4:19, “And my God will supply every need of yours according to his riches in glory in Christ Jesus.”
2 Corinthians 9:8 (NLT), “And God will generously provide all you need. Then you will always have everything you need and plenty left over to share with others.”
6. Prayer to Heal a Broken Heart:
This prayer point is directed towards asking for God’s comfort and healing of our broken hearts.
It requests that He mends the pieces and brings back peace to our lives as we turn to Him. This prayer also seeks hope and understanding from His presence in such difficult times.
Let’s Pray:
Loving God, we come to You now earnestly seeking Your comfort and healing in our times of sorrow. We ask that You mend the broken pieces and bring peace back into our lives as we turn to You. Thank you for your Holy Spirit, who comforts us. May Your presence provide hope and understanding in our lives. We also thank you for your peace that surpasses all understanding is our portion! In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Bible Verses:
Psalm 147:3 says, “He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.”
Psalm 34:18, “The LORD is close to the broken hearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.”
Philippians 4:7, “And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus”
7. Total Recovery and Restoration (Healed and Made Whole):
This prayer focuses on asking God for His divine healing power to restore the minds, hearts, and bodies of those ill and broken.
It requests that He gives them strength to carry on with life, allowing them to be healed and made whole.
Let’s Pray:
Almighty God, we come before You today asking for Your divine healing power to be brought into the life of [Insert name]. We pray that You will restore their minds, hearts, and bodies to health, giving them the strength to carry on in life. Lord, restore the years that were taken from them. We claim divine recompense in our health! We not only pray for healing but that you will make them whole. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Bible Verses:
Jeremiah 30:17, “But I will restore you to health and heal your wounds, declares the Lord…”
Joel 2:25, “And I will restore to you the years that the locust hath eaten, the cankerworm, and the caterpiller, and the palmerworm, my great army which I sent among you.”
Luke 17:19 And He said to him, “Rise and go. Your faith has made you whole.”
8. Healing Breakthrough Prayer:
This prayer point is focused on seeking a breakthrough in the healing process as we turn toward the Lord in faith.
Let’s Pray:
Lord Almighty, we come before You today asking for a breakthrough. We ask that You will supernaturally intervene in this healing for Your glory’s sake. Just as you gave David divine breakthrough in Baal-Perazim, may that be our portion today. Lord, may we experience a breakthrough in our healing process as we turn to You in faith. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Bible Verses:
Psalm 30:2, “Lord my God, I called to you for help, and you healed me.”
2 Samuel 5:20, “So David went to Baal Perazim, and David defeated them there; and he said, “The LORD has broken through my enemies before me, like a breakthrough of water.” Therefore he called the name of that place Baal Perazim.”
9. Prayer for Protection from Illness:
This prayer point is focused on asking God for His protection from illness and disease. This prayer praises the Lord for His protection against evil and asks that we always turn to Him in faith.
Let’s Pray:
O Lord, we come to You and thank you that because we dwell in the shelter of the Most High we rest in the shadow of the Almighty! We thank you for Your divine protection over our minds, hearts, spirits, and bodies. Lord, we praise you because we remain healthy in body, mind, and spirit. We declare Psalm 91 [recite the psalm] over our lives. May we always turn to You in faith for protection from all evil. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Bible Verses:
Psalm 91 [Recite]
Isaiah 54:17, “No weapon that is formed against thee shall prosper; and every tongue that shall rise against thee in judgment thou shalt condemn. This is the heritage of the servants of the LORD, and their righteousness is of me, saith the LORD.”
Psalm 121:7-8, “The LORD will keep you from all harm— he will watch over your life; the LORD will watch over your coming and going both now and forevermore.”
10. Prayers for Faith and Unbelief:
This prayer point is focused on asking God to guide us in life and give us courage so we may walk by faith and not by sight.
It requests that He helps us overcome doubts or unbelief and grant us the strength to carry on through whatever obstacles come our way.
Let’s Pray:
Heavenly Father, we come before You asking to be empowered. Lord, may we have the courage to walk by faith and not by sight, trusting in Your will for our lives. Please help us to overcome any unbelief that we may have and grant us the strength to carry on, no matter what comes our way. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Bible Verses:
2 Corinthians 5:7, “For we walk by faith, not by sight:”
Hebrews 11:1, “Now faith is confidence in what we hope for and assurance about what we do not see.”
Romans 4:20-21 NLT, “Abraham never wavered in believing God’s promise. In fact, his faith grew stronger, and in this he brought glory to God.”
11. Comforting Prayers:
This prayer point is directed toward asking for God’s comfort and support during times of sorrow, struggle, and pain.
It requests that He brings us peace and understanding so that we may find solace in Him as our comforter who always brings hope to the hopeless.
Let’s Pray:
Dear Lord, we come before You now in need of Your comfort and support. We ask that in our times of sorrow, struggle, and pain, You bring us peace that surpasses all understanding. May we find solace in You as our everlasting comforter who always brings hope to the hopeless. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Bible Verses:
Deuteronomy 31:8-9, “The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged.”
Philippians 4:6-7, “Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
12. Prayers of Thanksgiving:
This prayer point is focused on giving God thanks and praise for His grace, mercy, and protection He has given in all circumstances of our lives.
It requests that we turn to Him always with humbleness and gratitude so that His name may be glorified forevermore.
Let’s Pray:
Gracious Lord, we come to You today with heartfelt thanks and praise. We thank You for Your grace, mercy, and protection that You have provided in all circumstances of our lives. We praise you for healing us! [Take time to exalt and adore the Lord] .May Your name be praised forevermore. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Bible Verses:
Colossians 3:17, “And whatever you do, whether in word or deed, do it all in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him.”
Bible verses on prayers for healing and strength
As I highlighted earlier in the post (on various healings done by Jesus), Jesus’ healing power extended to all types of infirmities – spiritual, physical, and emotional. He was anointed by the Holy Spirit and with power. This enabled Him to do good and to heal. (see Acts 10:38; Luke 24:19).
Due to this, people were drawn to Jesus because of the miracles he performed. From the lame to the blind, Jesus healed those who were suffering. He taught us that his power was greater than any sickness, duration of suffering, ailment and even death (LAZARUS!).
We can look to the Bible for guidance when we are in need of healing and comfort. Jesus’ works of healing still serve as a reminder that God is with us and loves us deeply.
SUPER TIP! Please reference my post on praying the scriptures to find a good starting point to incorporate the verses below into your prayer!
Here are the Bible verses on healing:
Matthew 9:35: Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom and healing every disease and sickness.
Matthew 12:15: But when Jesus saw this, he was indignant. He said to them, “Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these.” Then he touched their eyes and said, “According to your faith will it be done to you”; and their sight was restored.
Matthew 14:14: When Jesus landed and saw a large crowd, he had compassion on them and healed their sick.
Luke 9:11: The crowds were amazed when they saw the mute speaking, the crippled made well, the lame walking and the blind seeing. And they praised the God of Israel.
Matthew 19:2: And large crowds followed him, bringing with them the lame, the blind, the crippled, the mute and many others, and they laid them at Jesus’ feet; and he healed them.
Matthew 8:16-17: When evening came, many who were demon-possessed were brought to him, and he drove out the spirits with a word and healed all the sick. This was to fulfill what was spoken through the prophet Isaiah: “He took up our infirmities and bore our diseases.”
Matthew 8:14-15: When Jesus came into Peter’s house, he saw Peter’s mother-in-law lying in bed with a fever. He touched her hand and the fever left her, and she got up and began to wait on him.
Matthew 21:14: The blind and the lame came to him at the temple, and he healed them.
Matthew 4:23-24: Jesus went throughout Galilee, teaching in their synagogues, preaching the good news of the kingdom, and healing every disease and sickness among the people. News about him spread all over Syria, and people brought to him all who were ill with various diseases, those suffering severe pain, the demon-possessed, those having seizures, and the paralyzed; and he healed them.
And that’s it, folks, prayers for healing and strength
I hope this article has blessed you!
Friends, remember that no matter how bleak the outlook may appear, God wants us to be well. That’s God’s heart!
May we remain hopeful in His truth to see the miraculous in our lives. Let’s trust in His goodness and have faith that miracles can happen – because they do!
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P.S. I hope you enjoyed this post; I took the time to pray over it. I understand the sensitivity of this post that is why I ensured that it is sealed in prayer! It’s been quite the honor to write this. Glory to God!
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