When a loved one falls ill, it is one of the most difficult trials we face. The Bible says that by His wounds we were healed, so when you pray for the sick , keep this word in mind and trust in His healing.
prayer for the sick
During Jesus' time on Earth, we know that he demonstrated the power to heal many sick people through miracles. That much is clear. However, the Bible also speaks of prayer for the sick.
In the Holy Scriptures we have the steps that we must follow as Christians when we are presented with turbulence such as illness. Let us lower our eyes with the Lord and understand his Holy Word. If we do not know what to do when a family member, a friend or an acquaintance has a health problem, he reads the following verses:
James 5: 14-16
14 Is anyone among you sick? Let them call the elders of the church to pray over them and anoint them with oil in the name of the Lord.
15 And the prayer of faith will save the sick, and the Lord will raise him up; and if he has committed sins, he will be forgiven.
16 Confess your sins to one another and pray for one another, that you may be healed. The effective, fervent prayer of a righteous person is powerful.
To get a little closer to the topic that interests us in this article, about prayer for the sick, we must refer to the background in the Old Testament.
Acts of Healing Old Testament
Probably many will say that God healed only through Jesus Christ, but the truth is that in the Old Testament we saw people who worshiped God who prayed for the sick and were healed (1 Kings 17:17-22; 2 Kings 4:32.35).
Reviewing these biblical passages, we can observe in both cases what preceded the healing was the prayer for the sick. The same thing happened during the journey of Jesus. We know of the healings and releases he did. As we can see, it is through prayer for the sick that the Spirit of God acts. Let's see some facts that refer us about healings in the Ministry of Jesus.
Healing in the Ministry of Jesus
Now, in the course of the Ministry of Jesus Christ on Earth, there were various diseases that the Lord healed. His power is infinite. We must not stop praying for the sick because we doubt that we cannot do it. As we read the following passages we will see that our Lord did not have a specific model for healing. Jesus' power came from his fellowship with God.
The Word of God warns us that before starting his ministry during the day, he would get up very early in the morning to pray. That was his secret. This means that the power of the prayer of the sick is an act of faith. Let's read:
Mark 1: 35
35 Very early in the morning , while it was still dark, Jesus got up, left the house and went off to a solitary place, where he prayed.
As for the diseases that the Lord healed, there are various biblical passages that describe them as diverse (Matthew 8:1-4; 14-15; John 9:1-7; John 5:1-9; Matthew 15:29-30) As for the power of the Holy Spirit there is the gift of healing.
Signs of the christians
Before ascending to heaven, Jesus made reference to the signs that his true disciples will have. The Lord affirms that Christians, through the gifts of the Holy Spirit, will be able to continue with the Ministry that He carried on Earth. This means that our prayer for the sick will be heard.
1 Corintios 12: 9
9 To another, faith by the same Spirit; and to another, gifts of healing by the same Spirit.
Mark 16: 17-20
17 And these signs will accompany those who believe: In my name they will drive out demons; they will speak in new tongues;
18 They will pick up snakes, and if they drink anything deadly, it will not hurt them; they will place their hands on the sick, and they will get well.
Given this, we Christians must pray for the terminally ill . In this regard, we do not know God's will. If it is to heal the sick, the glory belongs to God. However, we Christians see death as gain, for there we will receive the crown of righteousness and salvation. Therefore, we must always ask that, regardless of the circumstances, the will of God the Father be done. Although we do not know His plans, let us remember that His ways are not our ways. And our trust is in God.
Prayer for cancer patients
Prayer for cancer patients is an individual act that should come from a contrite and humble heart. We must cry out for the soul of the sick person and the restoration of their health. We recommend that you follow the model Jesus gave us for prayer.
It is important that you know that healing is subject to the will of God. There are times when God decides not to heal. But we must take into account three verses that guide us in this case.
Romans 8: 28
And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, that is, those who are called according to his purpose.
Matthew 26: 39
39 Going a little farther, he fell with his face to the ground and prayed, saying, “My Father, if it is possible, may this cup be taken from me. Yet not as I will, but as you will.”
Filipenses 1: 21
21 For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain.
The first warns us that whatever the circumstance, everything helps us for good. When Jesus cried out to God so that the cup of crucifixion would pass from Him, he ended by saying your will be done by submitting to God's designs.
If you need another example of how to pray for cancer patients, we leave you this video
Death for a believer is the Kingdom of Heaven. The good news of the message of Jesus. Paul warns us that death is gain for a Christian.
In obedience to God we propose the following prayer, so that the Father, through the Blood of Christ, restores, heals and saves the soul of those who suffer from cancer.
Prayer
Lord, in the Name of Jesus I am before your Throne of Grace to give you the Glory, the Honor and recognize your Sovereignty,
Lord at this time, I ask that your Powerful Blood, just as it restored the heavens and the Earth, restore the cancer that _______ suffers
Lord, You know your purposes, and only in your perfect will I hope.
Lord at this time I cry out because your precious blood washes the wounds that cause that cancer;
God Almighty
Cleanse all ailment, disease.
Make him know you so that his soul may be saved.
Forgive all sin in your life.
In this hour I cry out Lord for your victory in that cancer.
Lord, I know that all things work together for good,
I also know that you are in control of things,
But at this time God intercedes for the soul and health of _______
I ask everything in the Glorious Name of Jesus.
Prayer for the seriously ill
The Lord in his Word promises us that he will heal those who suffer from any disease. When Christ died on the cross he took on our diseases.
We often hear from medical experts that depression and sadness make illnesses worse. They say that mood affects the body. That is why we must pray for the seriously ill, who, in addition to their illness, have to deal with the fear of death. This statement is referred to in the Bible, it says:
Proverbs 17: 22
A cheerful heart is a good remedy;
But a broken spirit dries the bones.
The Lord urges us to intercede for the sick. The way to heal and cleanse illnesses is to offer a prayer for the seriously ill , as Matthew says:
Matthew 10: 8
8 Heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, raise the dead, cast out demons; freely you have received, freely give.
Lucas 10: 9
9 and heal the sick who are in it, and tell them, “The kingdom of God has come near to you.”
Salmo 146: 8
8 Jehovah opens the eyes of the blind;
Jehovah lifts up the fallen;
Jehovah loves the righteous.
Prayer
beloved father
In the Powerful Name of Jesus I am before your presence to thank you for your love, your blessings and promises.
Lord I am here at this time to intercede for the health of _________
I cry because your Powerful Blood restores the health and soul of this person who suffers from this painful disease.
Lord at this hour I cry out for your power to be glorified and manifested.
My Lord, I know that You are in control of things.
And that for those of us who believe in you, death is gain,
But I also know that You, with death on the cross, bore all the diseases,
You reconciled the heavens and the Earth
You defeated death and sin
And that your mercy is infinite.
Therefore, I intercede today for the health of ________
Glorify yourself, in the Name of Jesus
Prayer to God for the sick
When we refer to prayer, we mean the relationship and communion we have with God. This unity is formed through our prayers and petitions to the Lord. Prayer is about forming a unity within the Body of Christ and among Christians. This act represents our submission to the Lord. It is acknowledging that without Him we can do nothing. If you wish to offer other prayers or expressions of thanksgiving, you can follow this link to continue your communion with our Lord Jesus and give thanks to God.
Jesus leaves us in the Bible a prayer pattern to enter the Holy of Holies and approach the Throne of God. As obedient Christians we must stick to that pattern of that prayer.
Mattheww 7:7-8
9 You, therefore, should pray like this: Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name.
10 Your kingdom come. Your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven.
11 Give us this day our daily bread.
12 And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors.
13 And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil; for thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.
When reading the following biblical passage we realize that praying is a spontaneous act, not repetitions or litanies. It is talking from the heart about what overwhelms us. Let's see:
Mattheww 7:7-8
6 But when you pray, go into your room, close the door and pray to your Father, who is unseen . Then your Father, who sees what is done in secret, will reward you.
7 And when you pray, do not use vain repetitions as the Gentiles do, for they think that by their many words they will be heard.
8 Do not be like them, for your Father knows what you need before you ask him.
Steps of prayer according to the pattern left by Christ
- According to Jesus' model, all prayers should be addressed to the Father, not to another person or spiritual entity.
- Next comes a recognition of the place that God occupies, his Sovereignty of God, Power; therefore we must praise and thank him for all things.
- Recognize that we must be forgiven for our sins through the sacrifice on the cross.
- Then ask that God's will be done in our lives.
- Now, it is time to make our requests, in this case cry out for the sick.
- Raise your prayers for God's protection and care.
Now, according to the Holy Scriptures, we must pray through Jesus. There is no other person who makes our prayers reach the Father, but Jesus.
1 Timoteo 2: 5
5 For there is one God, and one mediator between God and men, the man Christ Jesus
As we can see in the following verse, Jesus insists that prayers must be raised to the Father through Him.
Juan 14: 13
13 And whatever you ask in my name , I will do it, so that the Father may be glorified in the Son.
Prayer brings us closer to God
Having clarified how we should pray according to the Bible, we can ask ourselves: Does God hear prayers for the sick ? What does the Bible say about praying for those with cancer ? What is the prayer for the terminally ill?
The first thing we must refer to is that praying allows us to get closer to God. It allows us to speak honestly, from our hearts, about the things that disturb us. In the case of an illness we can raise a prayer for the sick. Of course.
The Word of God tells us:
James 4:8
8 Draw near to God, and he will draw near to you. Cleanse your hands, you sinners, and purify your hearts, you double-minded.
Ephesians 6: 18
18 Praying at all times in the Spirit, with all prayer and supplication. To that end, keep alert with all perseverance, making supplication for all the saints.
In other words, it is we who must approach Him in prayer for the sick. This means that when we prepare to pray for the terminally ill, we are approaching God to intercede for their health.
Revelation 21.3-4
3 Then I heard a loud voice from heaven saying, “Look! God’s dwelling place is now among the people, and he will dwell with them. They will be his people, and God himself will be with them and be their God.”
4 He will wipe every tear from their eyes; there will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the old order of things has passed away.