In times of illness, many seek comfort and strength from scripture. The Bible offers profound wisdom and encouragement for those facing health challenges. These verses remind us of God’s presence in our struggles and His promise of healing and restoration.
Whether you are battling physical sickness or emotional distress, these selected verses serve as a source of hope and reassurance. They highlight God’s unwavering support and the importance of faith in overcoming difficult times. Explore these scriptures to find solace and inspiration as you navigate through your health journey.
The LORD will strengthen him on his bed of illness; you will sustain him on his sickbed.
Is anyone among you sick? Let him call for the elders of the church, and let them pray over him, anointing him with oil in the name of the Lord.
O LORD my God, I cried out to You, and You healed me.
Fear not, for I am with you; be not dismayed, for I am your God; I will strengthen you, I will help you, I will uphold you with my righteous right hand.
He himself bore our sins in his body on the tree, that we might die to sin and live to righteousness. By his wounds you have been healed.
For I will restore health to you, and your wounds I will heal, declares the LORD.
Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.
Saying, ‘If you will diligently listen to the voice of the LORD your God, and do that which is right in his eyes, and give ear to his commandments and keep all his statutes, I will put none of the diseases on you that I put on the Egyptians, for I am the LORD, your healer.’
Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits, who forgives all your iniquity, who heals all your diseases.
A joyful heart is good medicine, but a crushed spirit dries up the bones.
When the crowds learned it, they followed him, and he welcomed them and spoke to them of the kingdom of God and cured those who had need of healing.
So his fame spread throughout all Syria, and they brought him all the sick, those afflicted with various diseases and pains, those oppressed by demons, the epileptics, and paralytics, and he healed them.
And he said to her, “Daughter, your faith has made you well; go in peace and be healed of your disease.”
He sent out his word and healed them, and delivered them from their destruction.
Be not wise in your own eyes; fear the LORD, and turn away from evil. It will be healing to your flesh and refreshment to your bones.
Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid.
And we know that for those who love God all things work together for good, for those who are called according to his purpose.
He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.
If my people who are called by my name humble themselves, and pray and seek my face and turn from their wicked ways, then I will hear from heaven and will forgive their sin and heal their land.
And Jesus went throughout all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues and proclaiming the gospel of the kingdom and healing every disease and every affliction.
He heals the brokenhearted and binds up their wounds.
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.
Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.
And great crowds came to him, bringing with them the lame, the blind, the crippled, the mute, and many others, and they put them at his feet, and he healed them.
I love the LORD, because he has heard my voice and my pleas for mercy. Because he inclined his ear to me, therefore I will call on him as long as I live.
And when Jesus heard it, he said to them, Those who are well have no need of a physician, but those who are sick. I came not to call the righteous, but sinners.
The LORD is near to the brokenhearted and saves the crushed in spirit.
He gives power to the faint, and to him who has no might he increases strength.
Let his flesh become fresh with youth; let him return to the days of his youthful vigor.
Famous and Strong Quotes about when your sick
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Hope is the thing with feathers that perches in the soul.
Finding Comfort in Illness Through Prayer
Dear Heavenly Father,
In times of sickness, I turn to You with a heavy heart. I seek Your healing touch upon my body and spirit. Lord, grant me strength as I navigate this challenge, and fill my days with hope even in moments of despair.
Surround me with Your love and comfort, reminding me that I am never alone. Let Your peace wash over me, easing my pain and bringing clarity to my mind. I trust in Your divine plan, knowing that You hold my welfare in Your hands.
Guide the hands of those who care for me—doctors, nurses, and caregivers. Bless them with wisdom and compassion as they work towards my healing.
May I find joy in the small moments, and may my spirit remain anchored in faith. Help me to see this time of illness as an opportunity to grow closer to You and to reflect on the miracles of life.
I ask this in Jesus’ name, Amen.