Introduction

Many people wonder whether healing is truly part of God’s will. Some believe that sickness is just something to be accepted, while others struggle to understand how God’s goodness relates to their suffering. However, throughout the Bible, God reveals Himself as a healer, showing His desire for wholeness in both body and soul.

From the Old Testament to the ministry of Jesus, we see that God’s will is to heal. This post will explore how we can understand God’s will, what Scripture teaches about His desire to heal, and how Jesus revealed and fulfilled that will through His earthly ministry.

 

How Do You Understand God’s Will?

A common misconception among many believers is that God’s will is unknowable—that His plans are too mysterious for us to understand. While it’s true that God’s wisdom is beyond human comprehension (Isaiah 55:8-9), He does not leave us in the dark regarding His will. In fact, He commands us to seek it out.

• Ephesians 5:17 – “Therefore do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is.”
• James 1:5 – “If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all liberally and without reproach, and it will be given to him.”

Believing that God’s will is unknowable introduces doubt. It keeps us from praying with faith and confidence. However, Scripture makes it clear that God wants us to know His will, and He is willing to reveal it to those who seek Him humbly.

To truly understand God’s will—especially regarding healing—we must look at three key sources:

1. God’s Word – The Bible reveals God’s nature, promises, and will for His people (2 Timothy 3:16-17).
2. Jesus Christ – Jesus is the exact representation of the Father (Hebrews 1:3). What He did and said reveals God’s heart.
3. The Holy Spirit – The Spirit guides us into all truth and reminds us of what Jesus taught (John 16:13).

God’s will is not something we have to guess—it has been revealed through His Word and His Son.

What Is God’s Will with Regard to Healing?

What Does God Tell Us Are His Intentions?

God’s Word makes it clear that His intentions for humanity include healing and restoration.

• • Jeremiah 30:17 – “For I will restore health to you and heal you of your wounds, says the Lord.”
  • Psalm 103:2-3 – “Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all His benefits: who forgives all your iniquities, who heals all your diseases.”
  • 3 John 1:2 – “Beloved, I pray that you may prosper in all things and be in health, just as your soul prospers.”

God’s intention is not for sickness but for health and wholeness.

What Can We Learn from His Name in Exodus 15:26?

In Exodus 15:26, God reveals Himself as Jehovah Rapha, meaning “The Lord who heals you.” This is not just something God does—it is who He is.

When God reveals His name, He is showing an eternal aspect of His character. Just as He is Jehovah Jireh (our Provider) and Jehovah Shalom (our Peace), He is also Jehovah Rapha—the Healer. This means healing is not just an occasional act of kindness; it is fundamental to His nature.

What Does God Tell Us About Jesus Coming to Heal Us?

When Jesus came to earth, He fulfilled God’s promise of healing.

• • Isaiah 53:4-5 – “Surely He has borne our griefs and carried our sorrows… and by His stripes we are healed.”
  • Matthew 8:16-17 – Jesus healed all who were sick, fulfilling Isaiah’s prophecy.
  • Luke 4:18 – Jesus proclaimed that He came to “heal the brokenhearted” and set the captives free.

Healing is part of the redemption Jesus brought through His sacrifice. Just as He bore our sins, He also bore our sicknesses.

How Does Jesus Reveal the Father and the Father’s Will?

Jesus Himself said that He came to reveal the Father:

• • John 14:9 – “He who has seen Me has seen the Father.”
  • Hebrews 1:3 – Jesus is the exact representation of God’s nature.

Since Jesus healed all who came to Him, we can conclude that healing is God’s will. He never refused to heal anyone who sought Him in faith.

How Does Jesus Demonstrate the Father’s Will for Healing Us in His Word?

Jesus constantly demonstrated the Father’s will through miraculous healings:

• • Healing the leper (Matthew 8:2-3) – Jesus said, “I am willing; be cleansed.”
  • Healing the blind (John 9:1-7) – Jesus declared that the works of God would be revealed.
  • Raising the dead (John 11:43) – Jesus restored life to Lazarus, showing God’s power over sickness and death.

Every miracle Jesus performed proved that God’s will is healing, not sickness.

What Does Jesus Commission Us to Do?

Before ascending to heaven, Jesus gave His disciples a clear commission:

• • Mark 16:17-18 – “These signs will follow those who believe… they will lay hands on the sick, and they will recover.”
  • Matthew 10:8 – “Heal the sick, cleanse the lepers, raise the dead, cast out demons.”
  • John 14:12 – “He who believes in Me, the works that I do he will do also.”

Healing was not just for Jesus’ time—it is meant to continue through His followers today. The Church is called to pray for and minister healing in His name.

Where Can You Read More on This Topic?

For further study on God’s will for healing, consider these resources:

• The Bible (Isaiah 53, Psalm 103, Exodus 15:26, Mark 16)
• Christ the Healer by F.F. Bosworth – A classic book on biblical healing
• Healing the Sick by T.L. Osborn – A powerful resource on Jesus’ healing ministry
• The Power of Healing Prayer by John G. Lake – Testimonies and teachings on divine healing
• John G. Lake’s Sermons on Dominion Over Disease – Teachings on how believers can walk in healing

Conclusion

God’s will is healing. From the Old Testament to Jesus’ ministry and His commission to His disciples, the Bible consistently reveals that God desires His people to be whole. He is Jehovah Rapha, our Healer. He sent Jesus to take our sickness upon Himself, and He has called us to continue His healing work.

If you need healing today, stand on God’s promises, seek His presence, and trust in His unfailing love. He is still in the business of healing, and His will has not changed!