Healing Rain: A Message of Comfort for the Sick and Weak
By Mfortaw, Ewang Nelson
Copyright © 2014 by Mfortaw, Ewang Nelson.
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“He sent out His word and healed them; He rescued them from the grave.” – Psalms 107:20 (NIV)
Every good and perfect gift comes from above, coming down from the Father of lights (James 1:17, NIV). There is only one God in the world, and all healings come from His word. He sends forth His word and heals people in homes, hospitals, or churches.
The environment we live in today is very different from the primitive world of Bible days. Back then, many believed that sicknesses originated from sin or curses, which is why they sought spiritual or supernatural healings. While some natural remedies were observed (Jeremiah 8:22, NIV), the focus was primarily on spiritual orientation. This explains why we see many examples of spiritual healings from Christ, His disciples, and even sorcerers.
It must have been bold and revolutionary for someone to begin studying sickness as a natural part of the human condition rather than a curse or a consequence of sin. Evidence shows that the Ancient Greeks were among the first to break away from supernatural beliefs about health and disease, with Hippocrates II playing a key role in this shift. They recognized that our physical and social environment affects our health and acknowledged that it is natural to fall ill, given that we coexist with various microorganisms.
Today, God has developed medicine, allowing us to not only achieve healing more easily but also to prevent diseases through vaccines. We live in a society where God can use medicine to heal. Every healer or doctor knows they treat patients, but true healing comes from God.
In biblical times, it was common for people to seek the elders when they were sick (James 5:14, NIV). Nowadays, the first response to illness is often a visit to the hospital for a check-up and treatment. While you are in the hospital, remember to pray, as it is God who heals everywhere. Even during apostolic times, natural remedies were suggested, as demonstrated when Apostle Paul recommended natural healing methods to Timothy (1 Timothy 5:23, NIV).
It is not a shame or a trial for a pastor or prophet to be ill—Paul himself was sick (Galatians 4:14, NIV). He referred to his sickness as a “trial to the believers” because many of them might find it surprising that he experienced illness.
It is not contradictory for a Christian to go to the hospital; in fact, many pastors who conduct mass healings are also receiving treatment at hospitals—this is a reality. Even in hospitals, we will continue to pray for you, for God chooses where and how to heal people. He may decide to heal you in a hospital, in a church, or at home.
Know that all the healing promises found in the Bible apply wherever God chooses to heal you—be it in church, hospitals, or at home (Isaiah 58:8; Mark 16:17, NIV). If natural medicine cannot heal you, perhaps God has chosen spiritual healing for you (Luke 8:43, NIV).
We pray, but ultimately God decides how and when to heal you. All you need is faith. Contrary to some misleading teachings, all Christians possess faith. Faith is the life Christ imparted to us at repentance; it is not merely a state of mind. Since all Christians have faith, simply pray. However, it’s essential to recognize that some sicknesses may ultimately lead to death.
Healing the sick is not a demonstration of spiritual power but rather a manifestation of a spiritual gift. It doesn’t make you more powerful; it simply shows that you have the gift of healing (authority over sickness). We all possess different spiritual gifts, yet one Spirit unites us. Your gift is meant to serve the church in humility. The power belongs to God, and He distributes authority according to our unique gifts. Thus, angels minister according to this authority.
In a world where spiritual gifts are often mistaken for spiritual greatness, one truth must remain clear: healing is a gift from God, not a badge of Power. The ability to heal was never meant to glorify humans—it was always meant to reveal God’s mercy, compassion, and love (Acts 14:14-15, NIV). Throughout history, healing has been a sign of divine kindness.
The gift does not belong to the receiver—it belongs to the Giver. Just as sunlight shines on everyone without asking who is worthy, healing flows by grace and faith, not by human strength. No one can manufacture divine power, and no miracle proves spiritual superiority. The moment we begin to measure people by their gifts rather than by their character (holiness), we misunderstand the heart of God.
Miracles are not proof of true spirituality; rather, true spirituality is shown by humility, love, compassion, and obedience. A gentle heart, a servant spirit, and genuine faith speak louder than any visible sign. Healing may touch the body, but love transforms the soul.
So let healing remain what it truly is: an expression of God’s mercy, not a measure of power. Stay humble. Stay grateful. Stay blessed!
My life is in Your hands! If I slip, I will fall on You—You are my Refuge.
You hold my destiny in Your hands.
When sickness comes, I will look up to You.
When troubles arise, I will place my hope in You.
You hold the future in Your hands. When persecutions come my way, I will trust in You.
Lord Jesus, You are my hope.
There is power in Your name to heal every disease.
You are my healer—You send forth Your word and heal me.
There is no sickness you cannot heal.
Heal me, Lord, and I will be healed.
Please send Your Spirit to take control over every situation that troubles me.
Though troubles surround me, I know You will make a way.
You have the final say in my life.
Thank You, O Lord. Amen.