In times of illness and suffering, the Bible offers a profound source of comfort and hope through the example of Jesus praying for the sick. His compassion and divine intercession reveal a deep care for humanity, reminding us that healing is possible through faith and prayer. As we explore these verses, we can find strength and encouragement in knowing that Jesus is attentive to our struggles.
These powerful scriptures illustrate not only His miraculous healing abilities but also the importance of prayer in the lives of those in need. As you read through these selections, may you feel inspired to lift your prayers for healing and find solace in the unwavering love and mercy of Christ.

When evening came, many who were demon-possessed were brought to him, and he drove out the spirits with a word and healed all the sick.

News about him spread all over Syria, and people brought to him all who were ill with various diseases, those suffering severe pain, the demon-possessed, those having seizures, and the paralyzed; and he healed them.

And he healed many who were sick with various diseases, and cast out many demons; and he did not allow the demons to speak, because they knew him.

And the whole crowd sought to touch him, for power came out from him and healed them all.

After saying this, he spit on the ground, made some mud with the saliva, and put it on the man’s eyes. “Go,” he told him, “wash in the Pool of Siloam” (this word means “Sent”). So the man went and washed and came home seeing.

When Jesus landed and saw a large crowd, he had compassion on them and healed their sick.

And a woman was there who had been subject to bleeding for twelve years, but no one could heal her. She came up behind him and touched the edge of his cloak, and immediately her bleeding stopped.

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. The people were amazed when they saw the mute speaking, the crippled made well, the lame walking and the blind seeing; and they praised the God of Israel.

At that very hour he cured many of diseases and plagues and evil spirits, and on many who were blind he bestowed sight.

He said to her, “Daughter, your faith has healed you. Go in peace and be freed from your suffering.”

Watch and pray that you may not enter into temptation. The spirit indeed is willing, but the flesh is weak.

So they took away the stone. And Jesus lifted up his eyes and said, “Father, I thank you that you have heard me. I knew that you always hear me, but I said this on account of the people standing around, that they may believe that you sent me.”

Peter said to him, “Aeneas, Jesus Christ heals you; rise and make your bed.” And immediately he rose.

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.

So they went out and proclaimed that people should repent. And they cast out many demons and anointed with oil many who were sick and healed them.

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.

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.

And when he had called his twelve disciples to him, he gave them power over unclean spirits, to cast them out, and to heal all kinds of sickness and all kinds of disease.

On one of those days, as he was teaching, Pharisees and teachers of the law were sitting there, who had come from every village of Galilee and Judea and from Jerusalem. And the power of the Lord was with him to heal.

Now many signs and wonders were regularly done among the people by the hands of the apostles. And they were all together in Solomon’s Portico. None of the rest dared join them, but the people held them in high esteem. And more than ever believers were added to the Lord, multitudes of both men and women, so that they even carried out the sick into the streets and laid them on cots and mats, that as Peter came by at least his shadow might fall on some of them.

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. And the prayer of faith will save the one who is sick, and the Lord will raise him up.

And the blind and the lame came to him in the temple, and he healed them.

Jesus said to him, “Get up, take up your bed, and walk.” And at once the man was healed, and he took up his bed and walked.

And his fame went throughout all Syria; and they brought to him all sick people that were taken with divers diseases and torments, and those which were possessed with devils, and those which were lunatick, and those that had the palsy; and he healed them.

When Jesus saw her, he called her over and said to her, “Woman, you are freed from your disability.”

How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and with power. He went about doing good and healing all who were oppressed by the devil, for God was with him.

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.”

Truly, truly, I say to you, whoever believes in me will also do the works that I do; and greater works than these will he do, because I am going to the Father.

This was to fulfill what was spoken by the prophet Isaiah: “He took our illnesses and bore our diseases.”

Heal the sick who are there and tell them, ‘The kingdom of God has come near to you.’
Famous and Strong Quotes about jesus praying for the sick

Prayer does not change God, but it changes me.

Jesus doesn't just heal the sick; he invites us to be a part of the miracle.

The prayer of faith is not a way to control God but a way to invite his presence into our situation.

We are called to be healers, followers of the one who prayed for the sick.

Prayer is putting oneself in the hands of God.
Jesus Interceding for the Sick
Heavenly Father,
We come before You with hearts full of faith, trusting in the healing power of Your Son, Jesus Christ. We lift up all those who are suffering and in need of healing. Lord, as Jesus prayed for the sick during His time on earth, we ask that He intercede for each one of them now.
May the sick feel Your presence, bringing comfort and hope. We pray for Your divine touch to restore health, bringing their bodies and spirits into alignment with Your will. Surround them with Your love and peace, and grant wisdom to the caregivers and loved ones who provide support.
In the name of Jesus, who bore our infirmities and carried our sorrows, we claim healing and restoration. Let Your glory shine through their healing, bringing testimony to Your goodness and mercy.
Amen.