How can we apply Jesus' healing power in our prayer life today?

◄ Use Jesus' healing in today's prayers? ►

“So He touched her hand, and the fever left her, and she rose and served Him.”

Healer Yesterday, Today, Forever

• Hebrews 13:8—“Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.”

• Matthew 8:16-17—“He drove out the spirits with a word and healed all the sick… ‘He took our infirmities and carried our diseases.’”

• Isaiah 53:4-5; 1 Peter 2:24—His finished work includes physical healing.

Truths to Take into Prayer

• Healing flows from Christ’s compassion, not our merit.

• His touch is still available through the Holy Spirit.

• The atonement secures authority for believers to ask boldly.

• Scripture is both promise and pattern; what He did then, He wills to do now.

Practical Steps for Healing Prayer

• Come in faith—Hebrews 11:6.

• Pray in Jesus’ name—John 14:13-14.

• Lay hands when possible—Mark 16:17-18; Acts 3:6.

• Anoint with oil and invite church leaders—James 5:14-16.

• Speak the word of God aloud; agree with His promises.

• Thank Him in advance, demonstrating trust.

• Remain sensitive to the Spirit’s leading for confession or forgiveness that may unblock faith.

Scriptures to Declare Out Loud

• “By His stripes we are healed.” Isaiah 53:5

• “The prayer offered in faith will restore the one who is sick.” James 5:15

• “Lord, You sent Your word and healed them.” Psalm 107:20

• “I am the Lord who heals you.” Exodus 15:26

• “In the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth, walk!” Acts 3:6

Serving After the Touch

• Like Peter’s mother-in-law, respond to healing by serving Him.

• Use renewed strength for acts of love, hospitality, and testimony.

• Continual gratitude guards the heart from doubt and keeps faith vibrant.

Living Continually in His Healing Flow

• Maintain a lifestyle of Scripture reading and meditation—Romans 10:17.

• Gather with believers who reinforce faith—Matthew 18:19-20.

• Keep short accounts with God; unconfessed sin can hinder prayer—Psalm 66:18.

• Persevere: “The effective prayer of a righteous man accomplishes much.” James 5:16

Jesus still touches, fevers still flee, and disciples still rise to serve.