Topical Encyclopedia In the Christian faith, sickness is often seen as a trial that believers may face in their earthly journey. However, the Bible provides numerous assurances that God is present with His people during times of illness, offering comfort and strength. The Scriptures reveal that God's comfort is not only a promise but also a profound reality experienced by the saints throughout biblical history.Divine Presence and Assurance One of the most comforting aspects of God's nature is His omnipresence, especially during times of distress. In Psalm 23:4 , David declares, "Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil, for You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me." This verse underscores the assurance that God is with His people, providing comfort and guidance even in the darkest times. God's Compassion and Healing The Bible frequently highlights God's compassion towards those who are suffering. In the New Testament, Jesus' ministry is marked by acts of healing and compassion. Matthew 14:14 states, "When He stepped ashore and saw a large crowd, He had compassion on them and healed their sick." This passage reflects God's heart for the afflicted and His desire to bring healing and comfort. Prayer and Divine Comfort Prayer is a vital means through which believers can seek God's comfort during sickness. James 5:14-15 instructs, "Is any one of you sick? He should call the elders of the church to pray over him and anoint him with oil in the name of the Lord. And the prayer offered in faith will restore the one who is sick." This passage emphasizes the power of prayer and the community of faith in seeking God's intervention and comfort. The Holy Spirit as Comforter The Holy Spirit, often referred to as the Comforter, plays a crucial role in providing solace to believers. In John 14:16-17 , Jesus promises, "And I will ask the Father, and He will give you another Advocate to be with you forever—the Spirit of truth." The Holy Spirit dwells within believers, offering peace and comfort that transcends human understanding, especially during times of illness. Hope in Eternal Healing While physical healing is a significant aspect of God's comfort, the Bible also points to the ultimate healing and restoration that awaits believers in eternity. Revelation 21:4 offers a vision of this hope: "He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and there will be no more death or mourning or crying or pain, for the former things have passed away." This promise provides profound comfort, reminding believers that sickness and suffering are temporary, and eternal joy and healing await in God's presence. Examples of Comforted Saints Throughout Scripture, there are numerous examples of saints who experienced God's comfort during sickness. The Apostle Paul, despite his "thorn in the flesh," found strength in God's grace, as noted in 2 Corinthians 12:9 : "But He said to me, 'My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is perfected in weakness.'" Paul's experience illustrates how God's comfort can manifest as strength and perseverance amid physical affliction. In summary, the Bible provides a rich tapestry of promises and examples that affirm God's comforting presence during times of sickness. Through His Word, prayer, the Holy Spirit, and the hope of eternal life, believers can find solace and strength, assured that they are never alone in their suffering. Torrey's Topical Textbook Psalm 41:3The LORD will strengthen him on the bed of languishing: you will make all his bed in his sickness. Torrey's Topical Textbook Library The Saints' Rest is not to be Expected on Earth. The Best Things Work for Good to the Godly The Comforts Belonging to Mourners Prison Meditations Directed to the Heart of Suffering Saints and ... St. Peter of Alcantara Comforts the Saint. Great Temptations and ... How Internal Livers Ought to Behave Themselves in Time of Sickness ... A Mystery! Saints Sorrowing and Jesus Glad! The Providence of God The Character of the Persons for whom this Rest is Designed. The Psalms of David Resources What does the Bible say about healing? | GotQuestions.orgWhat is a spirit of infirmity? | GotQuestions.org Why doesn't God heal everyone? | GotQuestions.org Sickness: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Sickness: Christ Compassionate Those In Sickness: Christ Healed by Imposition of Hands Sickness: Christ Healed with a Touch Sickness: Christ Healed with a Word Sickness: Christ Healed: Being Present Sickness: Christ Healed: Not Being Present Sickness: Christ Healed: Through the Touch of his Garment Sickness: Faith Required in Those Healed of, by Christ Sickness: God: Abandons the Wicked To Sickness: God: Comforts Saints In Sickness: God: Exhibits his Love in Healing Sickness: God: Exhibits his Mercy in Healing Sickness: God: Exhibits his Power in Healing Sickness: God: Hears the Prayers of Those In Sickness: God: Often Manifests Saving Grace to Sinners During Sickness: God: Permits Saints to be Tried By Sickness: God: Persecutes the Wicked By Sickness: God: Preserves Saints in Time of Sickness: God: Promises to Heal Sickness: God: Strengthens Saints In Sickness: God's Aid should be Sought In Sickness: Healing of, Lawful on the Sabbath Sickness: Not Visiting Those In, an Evidence of not Belonging to Christ Sickness: Often Brought on by Intemperance Sickness: Often Incurable by Human Means Sickness: Often Sent As a Punishment of Sin Sickness: One of God's Four Sore Judgments on a Guilty Land Sickness: Pray for Those Afflicted With Sickness: Saints are Resigned Under Sickness: Saints: Acknowledge That, Comes from God Sickness: Saints: Ascribe Recovery From, to God Sickness: Saints: Feel for Others In Sickness: Saints: Mourn Under, With Prayer Sickness: Saints: Praise God for Recovery From Sickness: Saints: Pray for Recovery From Sickness: Saints: Thank God Publicly for Recovery Form Sickness: Saints: Visit Those In Sickness: The Apostles Were Endued With Power to Heal Sickness: The Devil Sometimes Permitted to Inflict Sickness: The Power of Healing: One of the Miraculous Gifts Bestowed on the Early Church Sickness: The Wicked: Forsake Those In Sickness: The Wicked: Have Much Sorrow, With Sickness: The Wicked: Visit not Those In Sickness: Visiting Those In, an Evidence of Belonging to Christ Related Terms |
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