Life situation · Healing
Bible verses for healing, prayer, and patient hope
The Bible speaks of God drawing near to pain, receiving prayer, sustaining weakness, and promising final restoration. This collection holds those themes together without reducing illness to a simple formula.
18 passages · King James Version
01
God near to pain
These passages give language for asking God to restore, comfort, and remain close to those who hurt.
“He healeth the broken in heart, and bindeth up their wounds.”
“The LORD is nigh unto them that are of a broken heart; and saveth such as be of a contrite spirit.”
“And said, If thou wilt diligently hearken to the voice of the LORD thy God, and wilt do that which is right in his sight, and wilt give ear to his commandments, and keep all his statutes, I will put none of these diseases upon thee, which I have brought upon the Egyptians: for I am the LORD that healeth thee.”
“Heal me, O LORD, and I shall be healed; save me, and I shall be saved: for thou art my praise.”
“For I will restore health unto thee, and I will heal thee of thy wounds, saith the LORD; because they called thee an Outcast, saying, This is Zion, whom no man seeketh after.”
“Who forgiveth all thine iniquities; who healeth all thy diseases;”
02
Prayer in the work of healing
These Gospel and New Testament readings show prayer, community, compassion, and trust around healing.
“And the prayer of faith shall save the sick, and the Lord shall raise him up; and if he have committed sins, they shall be forgiven him.”
“Confess your faults one to another, and pray one for another, that ye may be healed. The effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much.”
“And he said unto her, Daughter, thy faith hath made thee whole; go in peace, and be whole of thy plague.”
“And he said unto her, Daughter, be of good comfort: thy faith hath made thee whole; go in peace.”
“And Jesus went about all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues, and preaching the gospel of the kingdom, and healing every sickness and every disease among the people.”
“How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Ghost and with power: who went about doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devil; for God was with him.”
03
Strength for a long road
These verses make room for endurance, sufficient grace, renewed strength, and the hope of restoration.
“And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.”
“And not only so, but we glory in tribulations also: knowing that tribulation worketh patience;”
“And patience, experience; and experience, hope:”
“He giveth power to the faint; and to them that have no might he increaseth strength.”
“But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.”
“And God shall wipe away all tears from their eyes; and there shall be no more death, neither sorrow, nor crying, neither shall there be any more pain: for the former things are passed away.”
Questions about reading these verses
Does the Bible guarantee immediate physical healing?
These passages testify to God's compassion and invite prayer, but this collection does not claim that every illness will end immediately or in a particular way. It keeps prayer, care, and honest hope together.
Can I read these verses alongside medical treatment?
Yes. Spiritual reading can accompany responsible medical care and support from trusted people. Decisions about symptoms, diagnosis, medication, or treatment belong with qualified health professionals.
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Scripture source: King James Version (KJV) · Public domain except where Crown rights apply