Healing is a concept deeply embedded in the Bible, touching upon various aspects of life—physical, emotional, and spiritual. Exploring the significance of healing in a biblical context unveils profound insights into God’s mercy, compassion, and divine intervention.
In this blog post, I’ve compiled 76 Bible Verses about Healing, each verse offering a unique perspective on the transformative power of God’s love and grace. As we delve into these scriptures, it becomes clear that interpreting them within the framework of faith and spirituality is not only essential but also enriching, providing solace and hope in times of need.
The scriptures used in this blog post are from the New International Version Bible
Healing through faith
Scriptures on faith and healing
Mark 9:23
“If you can?” said Jesus. “Everything is possible for one who believes.”
Matthew 21:22
“If you believe, you will receive whatever you ask for in prayer.”
Hebrews 11:6
And without faith it is impossible to please God, because anyone who comes to him must believe that he exists and that he rewards those who earnestly seek him.
Examples of strong faith leading to healing
Matthew 9:22
Jesus turned and saw her. “Take heart, daughter,” he said, “your faith has healed you.” And the woman was healed at that moment.
Luke 17:19
Then he said to him, “Rise and go; your faith has made you well.”
Acts 14:9
He listened to Paul as he was speaking. Paul looked directly at him, saw that he had faith to be healed and called out, “Stand up on your feet!” At that, the man jumped up and began to walk.
Luke 8:50
Hearing this, Jesus said to Jairus, “Don’t be afraid; just believe, and she will be healed.”
Healing through prayer
Scriptures on the power of prayer in healing
James 5:15
And the prayer offered in faith will make the sick person well; the Lord will raise them up.
Exodus 23:25
Worship the Lord your God, and his blessing will be on your food and water. I will take away sickness from among you.
Prayers for physical healing
Psalm 103:2-3
Praise the Lord, my soul, and forget not all his benefits—who forgives all your sins and heals all your diseases.
Jeremiah 17:14
Heal me, Lord, and I will be healed; save me and I will be saved, for you are the one I praise.
Healing through the Holy Spirit
Scriptures on the Holy Spirit as the source of healing
Romans 8:11
And if the Spirit of him who raised Jesus from the dead is living in you, he who raised Christ from the dead will also give life to your mortal bodies because of his Spirit who lives in you.
1 Corinthians 12:9
to another faith by the same Spirit, to another gifts of healing by that one Spirit,
Acts 3:6
Then Peter said, “Silver or gold I do not have, but what I do have I give you. In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, walk.”
1 Corinthians 12:28
And God has placed in the church first of all apostles, second prophets, third teachers, then miracles, then gifts of healing, of helping, of guidance, and of different kinds of tongues.
Healing of physical sickness
Scriptures on specific verses addressing physical healing
Matthew 10:8
Heal the sick, raise the dead, cleanse those who have leprosy, drive out demons. Freely you have received; freely give.
Luke 6:19
and the people all tried to touch him, because power was coming from him and healing them all.
Acts 5:16
Crowds gathered also from the towns around Jerusalem, bringing their sick and those tormented by impure spirits, and all of them were healed.
Matthew 15:30
Great crowds came to him, bringing the lame, the blind, the crippled, the mute and many others, and laid them at his feet; and he healed them.
Luke 9:11
but the crowds learned about it and followed him. He welcomed them and spoke to them about the kingdom of God, and healed those who needed healing.
Acts 8:7
For with shrieks, impure spirits came out of many, and many who were paralyzed or lame were healed.
Understanding God’s will for physical restoration
Psalm 41:3
The Lord sustains them on their sickbed and restores them from their bed of illness.
Isaiah 53:4-5
Surely he took up our pain and bore our suffering, yet we considered him punished by God, stricken by him, and afflicted. But he was pierced for our transgressions, he was crushed for our iniquities; the punishment that brought us peace was on him, and by his wounds we are healed.
Jeremiah 30:17
I will restore you to health and heal your wounds,” declares the Lord
Healing a broken heart from emotional wounds
Scriptures offering peace and comfort
John 14:27
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.
2 Corinthians 1:3-4
Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of compassion and the God of all comfort, who comforts us in all our troubles, so that we can comfort those in any trouble with the comfort we ourselves receive from God.
Psalm 34:18
The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.
God’s promise of healing emotional pain
Psalm 147:3
He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.
Matthew 11:28
Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.
Psalm 91:14-15
“Because he loves me,” says the Lord, “I will rescue him; I will protect him, for he acknowledges my name. He will call on me, and I will answer him; I will be with him in trouble, I will deliver him and honor him.
Finding healing from trauma
Psalm 34:17
The righteous cry out, and the Lord hears them; he delivers them from all their troubles.
Psalm 30:2
Lord my God, I called to you for help, and you healed me.
Isaiah 40:29
He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak.
Healing of spiritual pain
Scriptures addressing spiritual healing and renewal
Psalm 23:3
He refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for his name’s sake.
Ezekiel 36:26
I will give you a new heart and put a new spirit in you; I will remove from you your heart of stone and give you a heart of flesh.
Overcoming spiritual bondage through scripture
Romans 8:2
Because through Christ Jesus the law of the Spirit who gives life has set you free from the law of sin and death.
John 8:36
So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.
Romans 6:6
For we know that our old self was crucified with him so that the body ruled by sin might be done away with, that we should no longer be slaves to sin.
Experiencing freedom and restoration in Christ
Galatians 5:1
It is for freedom that Christ has set us free. Stand firm, then, and do not let yourselves be burdened again by a yoke of slavery.
2 Corinthians 5:17
Therefore, if anyone is in Christ, the new creation has come: The old has gone, the new is here!
John 8:32
Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.”
Healing through forgiveness
Scriptures on the connection between forgiveness and healing
James 5:16
Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed. The prayer of a righteous person is powerful and effective.
Releasing resentment and bitterness for inner healing
Ephesians 4:31-32
Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, brawling and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you.
Mark 11:25
And when you stand praying, if you hold anything against anyone, forgive them, so that your Father in heaven may forgive you your sins.”
Colossians 3:13
Bear with each other and forgive one another if any of you has a grievance against someone. Forgive as the Lord forgave you.
Experiencing God’s healing grace through forgiveness
Acts 3:19
Repent, then, and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped out, that times of refreshing may come from the Lord.
Timing and process of healing
Scriptures on trusting God’s timing for healing
Psalm 27:14
Wait for the Lord; be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord.
Ecclesiastes 3:1
There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens
Habakkuk 2:3
For the revelation awaits an appointed time; it speaks of the end and will not prove false. Though it linger, wait for it; it will certainly come and will not delay.
Scriptures on embracing the journey of healing
Isaiah 41:10
So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
Romans 8:28
And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.
Scriptures on persevering in faith during times of waiting
Romans 12:12
Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, faithful in prayer.
Psalm 130:5
I wait for the Lord, my whole being waits, and in his word I put my hope.
Hebrews 6:15
And so after waiting patiently, Abraham received what was promised.
Application of healing scriptures
Practical steps for applying healing verses in daily life
Phillippians 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.
James 1:22
Do not merely listen to the word, and so deceive yourselves. Do what it says.
Colossians 3:16
Let the message of Christ dwell among you richly as you teach and admonish one another with all wisdom through psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts.
Creating a healing atmosphere through scripture meditation
Psalm 1:2-3
But whose delight is in the law of the Lord, and who meditates on his law day and night. That person is like a tree planted by streams of water, which yields its fruit in season and whose leaf does not wither—whatever they do prospers.
Romans 12:2
Do not conform to the pattern of this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind. Then you will be able to test and approve what God’s will is—his good, pleasing and perfect will.
Seeking professional help alongside spiritual healing
James 1:5
If any of you lacks wisdom, you should ask God, who gives generously to all without finding fault, and it will be given to you.
Proverbs 15:22
Plans fail for lack of counsel, but with many advisers they succeed.
Proverbs 19:20
Listen to advice and accept discipline, and at the end you will be counted among the wise.
Encouragement through healing verses
Scriptures offering hope and encouragement
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.
John 14:13-14
And I will do whatever you ask in my name, so that the Father may be glorified in the Son. You may ask me for anything in my name, and I will do it.
Jeremiah 33:6
I will bring health and healing to it; I will heal my people and will let them enjoy abundant peace and security.
2 Timothy 1:7
For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love and self-discipline.
Matthew 7:7-8
“Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened.”
Testimonies of personal healing experiences
Psalm 107:19-20
Then they cried to the Lord in their trouble, and he saved them from their distress. He sent out his word and healed them; he rescued them from the grave.
Mark 5:34
He said to her, “Daughter, your faith has healed you. Go in peace and be freed from your suffering.”
Mark 1:40-42
A man with leprosy came to him and begged him on his knees, “If you are willing, you can make me clean.” Jesus was indignant. He reached out his hand and touched the man. “I am willing,” he said. “Be clean!” Immediately the leprosy left him and he was cleansed.
Luke 13:12
When Jesus saw her, he called her forward and said to her, “Woman, you are set free from your infirmity.”
Mark 10:52
“Go,” said Jesus, “your faith has healed you.” Immediately he received his sight and followed Jesus along the road.
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.
Encouraging others in spirit
1 Thessalonians 5:11
Therefore encourage one another and build each other up, just as in fact you are doing.
Hebews 10:24-25
And let us consider how we may spur one another on toward love and good deeds, not giving up meeting together, as some are in the habit of doing, but encouraging one another—and all the more as you see the Day approaching.
Ephesians 4:29
Do not let any unwholesome talk come out of your mouths, but only what is helpful for building others up according to their needs, that it may benefit those who listen.
A prayer for healing
Heavenly Father,
I come before you today seeking healing for my body, mind, and soul. I acknowledge your power to mend the broken and restore the wounded.
Grant me the healing touch of your love and grace, covering me in your comforting presence. May your divine light shine upon me, dispelling sickness and infirmity.
I surrender my ailments and burdens into your caring hands, trusting in your unfailing mercy and compassion.
Lord, I place my hope in your promise of restoration and renewal. May your healing power flow through me, bringing wholeness and wellness to every aspect of my being.
In the name of Jesus, our divine healer, I pray,
Amen
