Prayer for Healing and Restoration

Heavenly Father, I come to you in prayer, knowing that you are the LORD, who heals me. (Exodus 15:26) I ask that you take away sickness from me and restore me to health. (Psalm 103:2-3) I thank you for sending to the world your Son Jesus, who drove out evil spirits with a command and cured all who were sick. (Matthew 8:16-17) His love and compassion have not changed (Lamentations 3:22-23). He is the same yesterday, today, and forever. (Hebrews 13:8) I ask for your Holy Spirit to flow through me and for the destruction of Satan’s work in my life. (Ephesians 6:12) I bless you, Lord, and do not forget any of your benefits. (Psalm 103:2) I trust in your promise to forgive all my sins and heal all my diseases. (Psalm 103:3) I believe that by your wounds, I have been restored to health. (Isaiah 53:5) I give you all the glory and praise. Amen. (Revelation 5:13)

Throughout the Gospels, Jesus’ ministry demonstrates God’s desire to bring healing to all people. Jesus healed the sick, cast out demons, and even raised the dead, showing his power and authority over illness and death.

Jesus’ healing ministry was not just a demonstration of power but most of all an expression of God’s love and compassion for humanity. In Matthew 9:35, it is written, “Jesus went through all the towns and villages, teaching in their synagogues, proclaiming the good news of the kingdom and healing every disease and sickness.” Jesus’ healing ministry was part of his broader mission to proclaim the kingdom of God and bring restoration to all areas of our lives.

Jesus has risen, he is alive and continues to work for our salvation. His works are not limited to physical healing but extend to our spiritual and emotional well-being. Jesus wants to forgive our sins, restore our relationships, and bring hope to those who desperately need it.

Pierre-Alain Giffard
Director of Pastoral Work

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