When Jesus appeared on the scene in the first century A.D., He ushered in a new era of awe and wonder. People were not accustomed to seeing someone with His level of ability, combined with such kindness and willingness to bless those deemed untouchable by societal customs and religious laws. Jesus looked beyond those customs and prioritized care. He looked past the law and prioritized love.

To Jesus, infirmities were illegal—violations of the will of God. Rather than simply “arresting” these afflictions, Jesus took authority over them and utterly destroyed their power. When He healed the sick, His actions were driven by compassion, focused on seeing people set free. When people were healed, they weren’t just cured physically—they also felt the tangible presence of God. They knew they had been visited by the Almighty.

A Shift in Perspective

Concerning Jesus, I once heard a pastor say, “In the New Testament, people believed Jesus could heal, but they struggled to believe He could forgive sins. Today, in a much-inverted perspective, we believe Jesus can forgive sins, but we doubt that He still heals.”

I’ve seen this struggle firsthand. Many believers today wrestle with the idea that Jesus still works miracles and desires to heal the sick. Yet, I have personally witnessed miraculous healings through prayer—healings that occurred right before my eyes. While not all miracles are instantaneous, faith-filled action is often required. The Bible provides us with several examples where steps of faith brought healing:

• Luke 17:11–19: Jesus healed ten lepers, but they were cleansed as they walked in obedience to His command.
• John 5:1–9: The invalid at the pool of Bethesda was healed after Jesus told him to take action: “Get up! Pick up your mat and walk.”
• 2 Kings 5:1–14: Naaman was healed of leprosy only after obeying the instruction to wash in the Jordan River seven times.

Taking actionable steps of faith allows us to align with what God is doing, bringing His will into reality here on earth.

On Earth as It Is in Heaven

When Jesus taught His disciples to pray in Matthew 6:9–13, one of the most profound and synergetic lessons was the line:
“…Your will be done on earth as it is in heaven…”

In teaching this, Jesus emphasized our responsibility to bring the will of God into earthly reality. The Greek word for “will” in verse 10, thelēma, refers to “what one wishes or has determined shall be done.” As believers, our desire should be to partner with God to see His predetermined plans fulfilled here on earth.

When it comes to healing the sick, Scripture makes it abundantly clear that God has already determined for healing to occur. Through the prophetic voices of the Old Testament (Exodus 15:26, 2 Kings 4:32–37, Hosea 6:1) and the many miraculous works of the apostles, God’s will for healing is undeniable. What often challenges many believers is the idea that God wants to use us to carry it out.

Your Assignment as a Believer

Mark 16:17-18 lays out the assignment clearly:

‍“And these signs shall follow them that believe: In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues; They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover.”

This passage isn’t reserved for a select few. It is the mandate for all believers. When we step out in faith to pray for the sick, we actively participate in God's will being done on earth as it is in heaven. Healing isn’t about us—it’s about demonstrating God's love to a world that is desperate for His touch. It’s about walking in the authority He has entrusted to us as His representatives.

So, why should you want to heal the sick?

• Because it is your assignment as a believer.
• Because it demonstrates God’s love to a hurting world.
• Because it allows you to partner with God in fulfilling His will.

Let’s rise to the occasion and boldly walk in our calling to bring healing, hope, and God's power to those in need. The world is waiting for us to take action.